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Eric Bieniemy, left, poses with Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera, right, after being introduced as the new offensive coordinator and assistant head coach of the Commanders during an NFL football press conference in Ashburn, Va., Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)
AP source: Commanders fire offensive line coach John Matsko

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 14, 2023 04:01 PM EDT

FILE - Carolina Panthers owner Jerry Richardson speaks during a news conference for the NFL football team in Charlotte, N.C., Jan. 15, 2013. Richardson, the Carolina Panthers founder and for years one of the NFL’s most influential owners until a scandal forced him to sell the team, has died. He was 86. Richardson died peacefully Wednesday night, March 1, 2023, at his Charlotte home, the team said in a statement. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)
Panthers founder, former owner Jerry Richardson dies at 86

By Steve Reed Mar. 02, 2023 02:14 PM EST

FILE - Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz throws to a receiver in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Landover, Md. The Commanders released Wentz Monday, Feb. 27, 2023.(AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
Commanders release quarterback Carson Wentz after one season

By Stephen Whyno Feb. 27, 2023 02:40 PM EST

Eric Bieniemy talks after being introduced as the new offensive coordinator and assistant head coach of the Washington Commanders during an NFL football press conference in Ashburn, Va., Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)
Bieniemy takes next step as Commanders offensive coordinator

By Stephen Whyno Feb. 23, 2023 02:48 PM EST

FILE - Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy watches during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Denver Broncos on Dec. 11, 2022, in Denver. Bieniemy is finalizing terms to become the Washington Commanders' offensive coordinator and assistant head coach, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Friday, Feb. 17, because the deal was not yet completed. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
AP source: Commanders finalizing hire of Bieniemy as OC

By Stephen Whyno Feb. 17, 2023 09:30 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Beniemy talks to the media before an NFL football workout Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs are scheduled to play the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday in the AFC championship game. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs brain trust remains big reason for Super Bowl success

By Dave Skretta Feb. 11, 2023 10:44 AM EST

AP NFL Coach of the Year

By The Associated Press Feb. 09, 2023 09:54 PM EST
The NFL Coach of the Year named by The Associated Press which is selected by a nationwide panel of media: 2022 — Brian Daboll, New York Giants ...

Ron Rivera reacts after his putt on the 16th green of the Pebble Beach Golf Links during the third round of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am golf tournament in Pebble Beach, Calif., Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
Washington coach Rivera wins NFL's Salute to Service Award

Feb. 08, 2023 06:05 PM EST

Ron Rivera reacts after his putt on the 16th green of the Pebble Beach Golf Links during the third round of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am golf tournament in Pebble Beach, Calif., Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
Rivera: Howell goes into spring as Commanders' starting QB

By Rob Maaddi And Stephen Whyno Feb. 08, 2023 03:26 PM EST

Buster Posey, left, and Aaron Rodgers watch during the putting challenge event of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am golf tournament in Pebble Beach, Calif., Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)
AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Feb. 01, 2023 05:19 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers running back Tevin Coleman (28) talks with ssistant head coach/running backs coach Anthony Lynn during an NFL football practice in Santa Clara, Calif., Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023. The 49ers are scheduled to play the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday in the NFC championship game. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
Commanders talk to 49ers' Lynn for offensive coordinator job

By Stephen Whyno Feb. 01, 2023 01:39 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) celebrates after an NFL divisional round playoff football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
NFL Salute to Service award finalists: Hurst, Kittle, Rivera

Jan. 25, 2023 11:39 AM EST

FILE -Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Scott Turner arrives for practice at the team's NFL football training facility, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022, in Ashburn, Va. The Washington Commanders have fired offensive coordinator Scott Turner, according to a person with knowledge of the decision. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2022 because the team had not announced the move.(AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
Commanders fire offensive coordinator Scott Turner

By Stephen Whyno Jan. 10, 2023 04:41 PM EST

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) celebrates his touchdown with quarterback Sam Howell (14) and other teammates during the first half of a NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Washington Commanders on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023 at FedExField in Landover, Md. (Shaban Athuman/Richmond Times-Dispatch via AP)
Commanders go into offseason that could bring new owner, QB

By Stephen Whyno Jan. 09, 2023 05:35 PM EST

Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell (14) throws the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Commanders rookie QB Sam Howell beats Cowboys in NFL debut

By Stephen Whyno Jan. 08, 2023 09:19 PM EST

FILE - Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell, left, talks with coach Ron Rivera during the NFL football team's rookie minicamp, May 6, 2022, in Ashburn, Va. Coach Rivera says rookie Sam Howell is expected start at quarterback for the Washington Commanders in their season finale against the Dallas Cowboys. It will be Howell's NFL debut. Rivera said the decision was made to give Howell a look in case the fifth-round pick out of the University of North Carolina gets a chance to be a full-time starter in the pros. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, file)
Commanders to start rookie Sam Howell at QB vs. Cowboys

By Stephen Whyno Jan. 04, 2023 01:48 PM EST

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera talks to reporters after a 24-10 loss to the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Rivera won't commit to Commanders starting QB vs. Cowboys

By Stephen Whyno Jan. 02, 2023 04:47 PM EST

Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)
Wentz, Commanders lose to Browns, eliminated from contention

By Stephen Whyno Jan. 01, 2023 03:57 PM EST

Washington Commanders wide receiver Curtis Samuel, center, tries to break free from San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir as he rushes the ball in the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Commanders host Browns hoping to stay in playoff race

By The Associated Press Dec. 29, 2022 08:10 PM EST

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera speaks with an official in the first half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)
Carson Wentz, Commanders continue playoff chase vs. Browns

By Stephen Whyno Dec. 29, 2022 04:50 PM EST