Joey Slye
Washington Commanders' Casey Toohill, right, tries to stop New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Giants, Commanders flummoxed by tie amid playoff chase

By Tom Canavan Dec. 04, 2022 04:52 PM EST

Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Monday, Nov. 14, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Commanders at .500 thanks to play-calling, forced turnovers

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 15, 2022 04:44 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni and Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera greet each other after an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 14, 2022, in Philadelphia. The commanders won 32-21. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Commanders revel in spoiler role in 32-21 win over Eagles

By Dan Gelston Nov. 15, 2022 12:42 AM EST

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera quarterback Carson Wentz talks with the media after an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Rivera, Wentz frustrated after awful start dooms Commanders

By Dave Hogg Sep. 18, 2022 06:26 PM EDT

Wide receiver Drake London makes a catch during Southern California NFL football Pro Day Friday, April 15, 2022, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Wide receiver high on Commanders' list going into NFL draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 12:31 PM EDT

FILE - Washington kicker Joey Slye (3) kicks a field goal against the New York Giants during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Washington Commanders have re-signed kicker Joey Slye to a two-year deal that could be worth up to $5 million with $2 million guaranteed, according to a person with knowledge of the move. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday, April 11, 2022, because the deal had not been announced. Slye had previously been tendered a $2.4 million qualifying offer as a restricted free agent .(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
Commanders re-sign kicker Joey Slye to 2-year contract

By Stephen Whyno Apr. 11, 2022 11:39 AM EDT

FILE - Washington NFL football team defensive tackle Matt Ioannidis (98) looks on during pre-game warm-ups before an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Landover, Md. The Washington Commanders are releasing defensive lineman Matt Ioannidis, a surprising move made to create salary cap in the aftermath of acquiring quarterback Carson Wentz. Agent Alan Herman confirmed Ioannidis' release to The Associated Press on Wednesday, March 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams, File)
Agent says Commanders 'lied,' while McKissic opts to return

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 16, 2022 01:26 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

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 Giants quarterback Jake Fromm (17) passes against the Washington Football Team during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Washington Football Team at New York Giants 1/9/2022

Jan. 09, 2022 01:23 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) catches a pass for an 18-yard touchdown as Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward (35) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
NFL Today, Week 17

By The Associated Press Jan. 02, 2022 09:29 PM EST

Washington Football Team's Tress Way (5) embraces kicker Brian Johnson after Johnson made a 48-yard field goal against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Washington rolling into 5-game finish vs. NFC East opponents

By Stephen Whyno Dec. 06, 2021 03:49 PM EST

Washington Football Team's Tress Way (5) embraces kicker Brian Johnson after Johnson made a 48-yard field goal against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Washington rallies for 4th straight win, 17-15 over Raiders

By Josh Dubow Dec. 05, 2021 07:16 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver DeSean Jackson (1) catches a pass for a touchdown as Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis (26) defends in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Surging Washington seeks 4th straight win vs. Raiders

By The Associated Press Dec. 02, 2021 11:57 AM EST

Washington Football Team running back Antonio Gibson (24) scores on a two-point conversion against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Washington rides winning recipe into NFC playoff contention

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 30, 2021 05:32 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Rasheem Green (94) runs with the ball to score a safety after blocking extra point attempt by Washington Football Team during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, in Landover, Md. Giving chase is Washington Football Team tight end Sammis Reyes (80). (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)
Seahawks' Green makes history with blocked extra-point score

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 30, 2021 01:12 AM EST

Washington Football Team running back J.D. McKissic (41) celebrating his touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks with teammate guard Ereck Flowers (79) during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Washington beats Wilson, Seahawks 17-15 for 3rd win in a row

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 29, 2021 11:34 PM EST

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey celebrates after scoring against the Washington Football Team during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Rusty Jones)
Heinicke, Washington spoil Newton's homecoming 27-21

By Steve Reed Nov. 21, 2021 04:38 PM EST

Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) celebrates after a Antonio Gibson touchdown in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Landover, Md. (Shaban Athuman/Richmond Times-Dispatch via AP)
McCaffrey could present issues for Washington's pass defense

The Associated Press Nov. 18, 2021 11:58 AM EST

Washington Football Team defensive end Chase Young (99) is attended to after a play during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Washington confirms Chase Young's injury is season-ending

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 15, 2021 01:20 PM EST