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Former Washington player Ryan Kerrigan speaks with reporters about his recent retirement at the Washington Commanders' NFL football training facility, Saturday, July 30, 2022 in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Kerrigan's retirement closes out era of Washington football

By Stephen Whyno Jul. 30, 2022 12:51 PM EDT

FILE - Washington Football Team defensive end Chase Young (99) is helped off the field by guard Brandon Scherff (75) after an injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, on Nov. 14, 2021, in Landover, Md. Young is starting training camp on the physically unable to perform list as he works back from surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)
Chase Young won't play for Commanders in Week 1, Rivera says

By Stephen Whyno Jul. 29, 2022 12:54 PM EDT

Washington Commanders guard Tyrese Robinson (79) works with others during practice at the team's NFL football training facility, Thursday, July 28, 2022 in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Rivera says Commanders are still learning how to practice

By Stephen Whyno Jul. 28, 2022 01:23 PM EDT

Training camp signs are up for the start of the Washington Commanders practice at the team's NFL football training facility, Wednesday, July 27, 2022 in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Little on-field drama at start of Washington Commanders camp

By Stephen Whyno Jul. 27, 2022 01:47 PM EDT

FILE - Washington Football Team defensive end Chase Young (99) is helped off the field by guard Brandon Scherff (75) after an injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, on Nov. 14, 2021, in Landover, Md. Young is starting training camp on the physically unable to perform list as he works back from surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)
Young opens Commanders camp on PUP list, is far from return

By Stephen Whyno Jul. 26, 2022 04:46 PM EDT

Washington Commanders NFL football team new wide receiver Terry McLaurin, left, poses with head coach Ron Rivera after a press conference at Inova Sports Performance Center in Ashburn, Va., Wednesday, July 6, 2022. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)
All eyes on Carson Wentz in first Commanders training camp

By The Associated Press Jul. 15, 2022 11:24 AM EDT

Washington Commanders defensive end Montez Sweat (90), goes after the blocking sled during the team's NFL football practice in Ashburn, Va., Wednesday, June 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Young back with Commanders; no timeline for on-field return

By Stephen Whyno Jun. 02, 2022 01:03 PM EDT

The Washington Commanders name is seen on their practice bubble at the team's NFL football training facility, Tuesday, May 24, 2022 in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
McLaurin, Young absent for Commanders' 1st offseason workout

By Stephen Whyno May. 24, 2022 02:35 PM EDT

New York Jets' tight end Jeremy Ruckert (89) warms up with a medicine ball before the NFL football team's training camp, Friday, May 6, 2022, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
After rooting for Jets as kid, Ruckert now playing for them

By Dennis Waszak Jr. May. 07, 2022 02:43 PM EDT

FILE - Washington defensive end Montez Sweat (90) runs during an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021 in Landover, Md. The Washington Commanders have picked up edge rusher Montez Sweat's fifth-year option as expected. (AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr., File)
Commanders pick up edge rusher Sweat's fifth-year option

By Stephen Whyno Apr. 27, 2022 02:14 PM EDT

Wide receiver Chris Olave runs a football drill during Ohio State Pro Day in Columbus, Ohio, Wednesday, March 23, 2022. (AP Photo/Paul Vernon)
Wentz trade gives Commanders options with 11th pick in draft

By Stephen Whyno Apr. 22, 2022 12:49 PM EDT

FILE - Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) throws a pass during warm-ups before of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. The Washington Commanders have agreed to acquire quarterback Carson Wentz from the Indianapolis Colts, according to a person with direct knowledge of the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday, March 9, 2022, because the deal cannot be finalized until the start of the new league year next week. (AP Photo/Gary McCullough, File)
After trading for Wentz, Commanders limited in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 10, 2022 03:17 PM EST

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) throws a pass over Kansas City Chiefs outside linebacker Ben Niemann (56) during the first half of an NFL divisional round playoff football game, Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Colin E. Braley)
Polian's book a behind-the-scenes look at building teams

By The Associated Press Feb. 06, 2022 07:03 PM EST

Washington Football Team cornerback Bobby McCain (20) makes his way to the locker room a NFL football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Washington Football Team on Sunday, January 2, 2022 in Landover, Maryland.(Shaban Athuman/Richmond Times-Dispatch via AP)
Washington resets rebuilding expectations with 7-10 season

By Stephen Whyno Jan. 10, 2022 03:40 PM EST

Washington Football Team cornerback Bobby McCain (20) reacts after returning an interception for a touchdown against the New York Giants during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Washington beats Giants on Gibson TD run, McCain's 2 INTs

By Tom Canavan Jan. 09, 2022 04:16 PM EST

New York Jets middle linebacker C.J. Mosley, left, tackles Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Lawrence, McCaffrey, Jones headline 2021 All-Absent Team

By Mark Long Dec. 29, 2021 05:35 AM EST

Washington Football Team center Tyler Larsen (69) is attended to by members of the medical team after being injured following a play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Injuries, virus absences taking their toll for Washington

By Stephen Whyno Dec. 13, 2021 11:23 AM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) celebrates a touchdown pass to Ja'Marr Chase with Joe Mixon during the second half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
The Latest: Allen-led comeback sends Bills to OT with Bucs

By The Associated Press Dec. 12, 2021 11:58 AM EST

Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera on the sidelines prior to the start of the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Cowboys' easy ride in NFC East not so easy any longer

By Barry Wilner Dec. 10, 2021 11:57 AM EST

FILE - Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) carries the ball as Washington Football Team's Cole Holcomb (55) and Chase Young (99) give chase during the second half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Nov. 26, 2020. The teams meet Sunday at Washington. Elliott has been held under 50 yards rushing in four consecutive games for the first time in his career, and Dallas is 2-2 during this stretch, including an overtime loss to Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Roger Steinman, File)
Dallas at Washington starts 'round-robin' for NFC East title

By Stephen Whyno Dec. 09, 2021 02:24 PM EST