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The Washington Commanders announced that new uniforms are coming on April 15th. They debuted their white ‘Super Bowl Era’ jerseys last season, and those will reportedly replace the Danya Snyder created white uniforms in their regular rotation. There have also been reports about a new throwback burgundy jersey that could be introduced as an alternate […]
Commanders links Articles Commanders.com 5 things to know about Charles Omenihu He transformed his body in college. Omenihu is joining the Commanders with a hulking 6-foot-5, 280-pound frame, but that wasn’t always the case. He came to the University of Texas much thinner, and he knew that needed to change in order to square up […]
In the first wave of free agency, the Commanders did a great job of filling roster holes and raising the talent floor. But they couldn’t fix everything. Heading into the draft, the team still has major weaknesses to shore up at wide receiver, center and cornerback among other position groups. With no obvious starter to […]
The NFL world was buzzing with draft updates from Ohio State’s Pro Day yesterday, but the Washington Commanders are still working on filling their 90-man roster. There are a lot of unsigned players available, and one of them will be in Ashburn today. Mike Garafolo reported that the Commanders will be hosting former 49ers/Rams CB […]
Update: Ahkello Witherspoon is signing a 1-year deal with the Commanders The NFL world was buzzing with draft updates from Ohio State’s Pro Day yesterday, but the Washington Commanders are still working on filling their 90-man roster. There are a lot of unsigned players available, and one of them will be in Ashburn today. Mike […]
Commanders links Articles Bullock’s Film Room (subscription) State of the Roster 2026 Update: Commanders Offense Running Back On the roster: Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Rachaad White, Jeremy McNichols, Jerome Ford Short term need: Medium Long term need: Medium/High Analysis: One of the surprises of this offseason to me was that the Commanders allowed Chris Rodriguez to leave. […]
Leo Chenal has a golden opportunity with the Washington Commanders. The former Kansas City Chief signed a three-year contract with Washington during free agency for $8.2 million per year. The pay in itself indicates Washington’s belief in who Chenal can become in a defense that does not have Drue Tranquill and Nick Bolton playing ahead […]
Leo Chenal has a golden opportunity with the Washington Commanders. The former Kansas City Chiefs linebacker signed a three-year contract with Washington during free agency for $8.2 million per year. The pay in itself indicates Washington’s belief in who Chenal can become in a defense that does not have Drue Tranquill and Nick Bolton playing […]
The 2026 NFL draft starts Thursday, April 23rd at 8 p.m ET, and will be broadcast live from Pittsburgh, PA. Teams have been scouting these players for years, and the pre-draft process continues for another week with another round of Pro Days where some players who didn’t test, or get measured, will give teams more […]
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The NFL Scouting Combine is over, but Pro Days are still going, giving players who didn’t test in Indianapolis, like LSU CB Mansoor Delane, an opportunity to show their speed(4.38!) There will also be Top 30 visits, local prospect visits, and medical rechecks as teams finalize their big boards before the NFL draft in Pittsburgh […]
Commanders links Articles Commanders.com 5 things to know about Leo Chenal He played running back in high school. Like many high school players, Chenal played both offense and defense in high school as a running back and linebacker. Not every player is good at both, however, and Chenal made an impact no matter where his […]
Commanders links Articles Bullock’s Film Room (subscription) What DL Charles Omenihu brings to the Washington Commanders Omenihu is listed at 6-foot-5, 280 pounds. He has spent most of his career as a 4-3 defensive end, but we’re anticipating the Commanders to switch from a 4-3 base defense to a 3-4 base defense. When you look […]
Running back Jerome Ford’s recent free agency move to Washington represents a low-risk, potentially high-upside signing for the Commanders. The former Cleveland Browns back agreed to a one-year contract, giving new coordinator David Blough additional depth and versatility in his evolving offense. Ford, a fifth-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, spent four seasons in […]
Commanders links Articles Commanders Roundtable The Debate at Seven: Why Adam Peters Can’t Afford a Gamble in the 2026 Draft Because Peters has no second or fourth-round picks to fall back on, the margin for error has diminished. He has to make this one count. Throwback to Champ Bailey The last time Washington held the […]
The Washington Commanders have secured the heart of their special teams unit, agreeing to a reported 1-year contract extension with safety and special teams ace Jeremy Reaves. The move ensures that one of the franchise’s most inspiring “underdog” stories will continue in the DMV through 2027. Reaves, who entered the league as an undrafted free […]
Commanders links Articles Pro Football Talk 66-year-old Hall of Famer Darrell Green seeking spot on Team USA for flag football On a weekend when a major flag football event in Los Angeles will feature big-name NFL players, Green will be a couple hours away in Chula Vista, participating in national team trials for USA Football. […]
Seat(s) were warming up after a 5-12 season Washington’s GM Adam Peters was the subject of intense criticism late in the 2025 season and for most of the early ‘26 offseason due to the 5-win result ‘achieved’ last regular season. The defense was too slow, the roster too injured. AP was criticized for having signed […]
Commanders links Articles Commanders.com 5 things to know about Amik Robertson He’s coming off his best season. Robertson is an experienced veteran with 35 starts in 86 appearances, but it seems like the Commanders are investing in him at the right time. After spending most of the 2024 season as a reserve player in the […]
The Washington Commanders continued their active approach to free agency by signing veteran wide receiver Van Jefferson to a one-year contract, a move aimed at adding experience and depth to their offense. Jefferson, a former second-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, arrives in Washington after a journeyman stretch that included time with multiple teams, […]
Commanders links Articles ESPN Commanders still have boxes to check after free agency rush They wanted to get younger and more athletic on defense. They wanted to add edge rushers. And they wanted more roster flexibility to ultimately target whomever they liked most with the seventh overall pick in next month’s draft. Check. Check. And […]
The Washington Commanders bolstered their secondary by signing safety Nick Cross in free agency last week, a move that reflects both short-term depth needs and developmental upside despite the fact that the contract is for just 2 years. The 24-year-old Cross, a former third-round pick, brings a blend of athleticism and versatility that fits well […]
After letting Nick Cross sign with the Commanders, on a very reasonable deal, the Colts signed Juanyeh Thomas— a former UDFA from the Cowboys. Thomas played three years with the Cowboys and only started four games in that span. I was shocked to see the Colts part ways with Nick Cross, especially after seeing what […]
Commanders links Articles Bullock’s Film Room (subscription) What Edge Rusher K’Lavon Chaisson brings to the Washington Commanders After splashing out on edge rusher Odafe Oweh, the Washington Commanders continued to strengthen their pass rush ranks in free agency. The Commanders also signed K’Lavon Chaisson to a one-year, $11 million contract. Chaisson was a former first […]
In the first wave of free agency, the Commanders invested heavily in patching numerous holes in the defensive roster. There were a few key additions on offense, but the team could still benefit from an infusion of youth and talent at all offensive skill positions. Wide receiver is particularly thin, with Terry McLaurin hoping to […]