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It got a little scary when the Washington Commanders turned things over to the kicker on Sunday night. But Jayden Daniels remained in the zone late in the game. Looking forward, with a Washington Commanders divisional-round playoff game scheduled against the Detroit Lions, a lot of offense will be expected. Ahead of the Commanders-Lions game, […]

After the Detroit Lions lost running back David Montgomery in Week 15 with an MCL injury, the sixth-year back opted for rehab instead of surgery, keeping the chances of returning in the playoffs alive. And once the Lions earned the No. 1 seed in the NFC, Montgomery’s choice to opt out of surgery appeared to […]

Commanders kicker Zane Gonzalez may have been the hero for Washington on Sunday night after doink-ing in the game winning field goal against the Bucs and ending the team’s 19-year playoff winless streak, but even before that he became a source of positivity for millions of fans watching who suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder. That’s because […]

The Washington Commanders have been one of the best stories in the NFL throughout the 2024 season. Washington finished the regular season with a 12-5 record and clinched a playoff berth for the first time since the 2020 season. The Commanders got a huge win on Sunday, defeating the Buccaneers 23-20 on an epic last-second […]

The Washington Commanders got their first playoff win since 2006, defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Wild Card weekend 23-20. It took a game-winning field goal from Zane Gonzalez that hit the right upright and then doinked in, giving the Commanders a dramatic victory for the night. Before the kick, you could the stress on […]

Once again, Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels is embracing the bright lights. He was as cool as anyone in the clutch, driving the team down the field and setting up a game-winning field goal. As a result, Daniels’ heroics and a game-winning doinked kick had Commanders fans going nuts. Even with the fans losing […]

When the current Washington Commanders ownership group assumed control in July of 2023, the objective was simple yet extremely ambitious– change the culture of the franchise. Following Sunday’s gripping 23-20 NFC Wild Card victory versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, it appears the team is well on its way to affecting said change, if it has […]

The Washington Commanders pulled out a gritty win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during Wild Card weekend, defeating them 23-20 and advancing to the Divisional Round. It was a big win for the team, and fans everywhere were excited about the success that they’ve been able to have this season. One of those people who […]

The Washington Commanders defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in their NFC Wild Card matchup on Sunday. Commanders head coach Dan Quinn was noticeably thrilled for his squad and the fanbase after the game, earning the franchise’s first playoff victory since 2006. Zane Gonzalez drilled a 37-yard kick to give Washington the late lead as […]

After the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 23-20 loss to the Washington Commanders in the wild-card round on Sunday, quarterback Baker Mayfield was candid about the team’s struggles and expressed his disappointment in the season’s abrupt end. “It’s disappointing because I really believed in this team. I still do,” Mayfield told reporters, as shared by Greg Auman […]

In the aftermath of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ narrow 23-20 wildcard playoff loss to the Washington Commanders, head coach Todd Bowles had nothing but praise for his quarterback, Baker Mayfield. Despite the season-ending defeat, Bowles underscored Mayfield’s significance to Tampa Bay’s playoff run. “We wouldn’t be here without Baker Mayfield,” Bowles said, as reported by […]

After his firing as head coach of the Arizona Cardinals in January 2023, Kliff Kingsbury, now the Washington Commanders’ offensive coordinator, will have the chance to interview for head coaching positions this week, regardless of the outcome. However, if the Commanders win, pursuing those opportunities won’t be his primary focus. According to a league source, […]

Terry McLaurin and the Washington Commanders found themselves four minutes and 41 seconds away from overtime. But the wide receiver and the Commanders weren’t thinking about going an extra period. Or reflecting back on past NFL playoff futility from Washington. McLaurin, playing in only his second-career postseason game, saw no flinch or surrender with 4:41 […]

In the final game of Sunday’s Wild Card action, the Washington Commanders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers met in a back-and-forth match that went down to the game’s final seconds. Although Mike Evans got the best of Marshon Lattimore to start the game, Jayden Daniels, Zane Gonzalez, and the Commanders got the final laugh after their […]

The Washington Commanders are being pushed to the brink by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and it’s thanks in large part to what an incredible first half wide receiver Mike Evans had. Evans has been one of the most consistent wideouts in the league since he began his career way back in 2014, and it seems […]

While Zach Ertz talked about the good things of Kliff Kingsbury, the Washington Commanders got good news with Jayden Daniels coming off the injury report. And Daniels earned a GOAT take after fulfilling a leukemia patient’s dream, according to a post on X by ESPN. After Jayden Daniels visited Commanders fan Sarah Addison at the […]

Washington Commanders’ quarterback Jayden Daniels has had a remarkable first season in the NFL. His efforts helped turn around a team that finished 4-13 in 2023, leading the Commanders to a 12-5 record and the sixth seed in the NFC. Daniels is a shoo-in for Offensive Rookie of the Year. But how does his debut […]

As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the Washington Commanders in the wild-card round of the NFL Playoffs, one individual matchup that people will keep an eye on is wide receiver Mike Evans and cornerback Marshon Lattimore. Now that the Commanders star has been taken off the injury report, people are wondering how intense the […]

When Kliff Kingsbury was a member of the Arizona Cardinals, it was all about football, almost to a fault. Widely considered a scheme-first coach, prioritizing the purity of his offensive identity over doing what’s best for his players, Kingsbury struggled with the non-Xs and Os of being the top coach in an NFL system, including […]

While Kliff Kingsbury is in the middle of head coaching interviews, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels couldn’t be more happy. Following a 12-5 season and the playoffs on Sunday, Daniels echoed his positive sentiment to ESPN about Kingsbury’s excellence. “He’s meant a lot, obviously, for my development and my growth from the day I stepped […]

As the Washington Commanders take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the wild-card round of the NFL Playoffs, there was some slight concern regarding the availability of a key offensive player. Commanders star quarterback Jayden Daniels had a quad injury, but his status for his first postseason game has now been revealed. According to NFL […]

Technically, Week 18 brought us the first NFL football in 2025, but with so many games either meaningless and/or uncompetitive, it almost seems like we took a week off. Well, it’s the playoffs now, and we are so back! There is a great slate of games ahead of us, so, without further ado, let’s jump […]

The Washington Commanders will have cornerback Marshon Lattimore back in action just in time for their Wild Card clash against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed the positive news during a press conference, saying, “He hit all the markers we need to see, so we’re pumped to have him back.” via Nicki […]

Going into their Wild Card matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. had one major piece of advice for his team regarding quarterback Baker Mayfield, per Zach Selby of Commanders.com. “He’s been hard to tackle in the pocket across every team that goes in there,” defensive coordinator Joe Whitt […]

The Washington Commanders may have to deal with the loss of Kliff Kingsbury in the offseason. But for this weekend, stopping the run against the Buccaneers is the key to a Wild Card victory. And defense is the fatal flaw that will doom the Commanders in the 2025 NFL playoffs. Washington’s hopes of having any […]

Sometimes, rumors come true, as is the case for Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury. After four teams were inquiring about Kingsbury as a head coach, the Chicago Bears and New Orleans Saints have been added to the list, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The previous two teams were the New York Jets and […]

As the Washington Commanders prepare for a high-stakes Wild Card clash against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, one thing is clear: stopping the Buccaneers counter run game is non-negotiable if the Commanders hope to pull off the upset. ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky emphasized this during his breakdown of the matchup, stating, “Washington will not win this […]

The NFL playoffs are almost here, and the Washington Commanders have a tricky road matchup in the first round as they will travel to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Commanders received some positive injury news ahead of the matchup as it is looking like cornerback Marshon Lattimore is on track to play. Washington […]

Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury reportedly has had at least four teams express interest in talking with him about their head coach vacancy, according to Josina Anderson. There are some who question whether or not Kingsbury wants to take a head coaching job in this hiring cycle with more time to reflect, given the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers get the honor of home-field advantage in this Super Wild-Card matchup despite finishing with two fewer victories than the Washington Commanders. The Bucs finished first in the NFC South, which they nearly gave away when they trailed against the New Orleans Saints in Week 18 while the Atlanta Falcons led their […]

For its wild-card game against the Buccaneers, the Washington Commanders may have an X-factor. And if you want to see bold predictions for Tampa Bay, look here. With a Washington Commanders wild-card game scheduled against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, it’s time for postseason madness. Ahead of the Commanders-Buccaneers playoff game, we’ll be making our Commanders […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are no strangers to high-stakes playoff battles. As they prepare to face the Washington Commanders in the Wild Card Round, anticipation is at a high. This matchup brings intrigue, tension, and the potential for electrifying moments as the Buccaneers look to make a deep postseason run. With a seasoned roster led […]

Playoff victory hopes for the Washington Commanders could hinge on the availability of cornerback Marshon Lattimore. But at least the Commanders should have a healthy Austin Ekeler. However, here is the Commanders’ X-factor versus the Buccaneers, and it’s not Jayden Daniels. Everybody knows what the rookie sensation brings to the field from the quarterback position. […]

Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels joined an exclusive club after his Pro Bowl selection. However, it came as no surprise to backup quarterback Marcus Mariota. The former No. 2 pick in the 2015 NFL Draft had some high praise about the rookie quarterback following their Week 18 win. “I think the sky is the […]

For its regular season finale, the Washington Commanders got Austin Ekeler back on the field. But head coach Dan Quinn pulled Jayden Daniels early. Still, the Commanders got another last-second win, and Terry McLaurin dropped a truth bomb about it, according to a post on X by John Keim. Terry McLaurin: “We got a flair […]

The Washington Commanders secured the No. 6 seed in the upcoming NFC playoffs with their 23-19 win over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 18, but they did not finish the game with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels on the field. Head coach Dan Quinn pulled Daniels from the game when the quarterback experienced leg soreness. Daniels […]

The Washington Commanders have been one of the best stories in the NFL during the 2024 season. Washington entered Week 18 with an 11-5 record, the team’s best since the 1991 season when they won the Super Bowl. The Commanders made a bold move at quarterback on Sunday despite having something to play for. The […]

One game before their first playoff run since 2020, the Washington Commanders are nearing a return to full health. Ahead of a Week 18 clash with the Dallas Cowboys, veteran running back Austin Ekeler was activated from injured reserve after missing four games with a concussion. With Ekeler active, the Commanders plan to play him […]

The Washington Commanders came away with a massive win over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 17. The Commanders clinched a playoff berth with the overtime victory, and they can lock up the sixth seed in the NFC with a win against the Cowboys in Dallas on Sunday. While Washington hopes to improve to 12-5 on […]