Ron Rivera
FILE - Washington Football Team wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) warms up before an NFL football game against the New York Giants on Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. Two people with knowledge of the move say the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension with star wide receiver Terry McLaurin. The people spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday, June 28, 2022, because the deal had not been announced. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
AP sources: Commanders, McLaurin agree on 3-year extension

By Stephen Whyno Jun. 28, 2022 04:02 PM EDT

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell testifies virtually, Wednesday, June 22, 2022, during a Hous​e Oversight Committee hearing on the Washington Commanders' workplace conduct, on Capitol Hill in Washington. Team owner Dan Snyder did not attend the hearing. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Congress alleges 'shadow' probe by Commanders owner Snyder

By Ben Nuckols Jun. 22, 2022 11:11 AM EDT

Washington Commanders cornerbacks Benjamin St-Juste, right, and Josh Drayden (38) practice during an NFL football practice at Inova Sports Performance Center in Ashburn, Va., Wednesday, June 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)
AP source: Commanders fined for excessive practice contact

By Stephen Whyno Jun. 17, 2022 12:10 PM EDT

Amanda Ruller, who is currently working as an assistant running backs coach for the NFL football Seattle Seahawks through the league's Bill Walsh Diversity Fellowship program, runs a drill with wide receiver Dee Eskridge during NFL football practice on May 31, 2022, in Renton, Wash. Ruller's job is scheduled to run through the Seahawks' second preseason game in August. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)
Amanda Ruller hopes NFL fellowship is springboard as coach

By Tim Booth Jun. 16, 2022 02:31 PM EDT

Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio is seen during an NFL football OTA practice at Inova Sports Performance Center in Ashburn, Va., Wednesday, June 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)
Rivera: Del Rio apologized to Commanders players for remarks

Jun. 14, 2022 01:11 PM EDT

Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio is seen during an NFL football practice at Inova Sports Performance Center in Ashburn, Va., Wednesday, June 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)
Jack Del Rio fined $100K for comments about Capitol riot

By Stephen Whyno Jun. 10, 2022 03:34 PM EDT

Washington Commanders NFL football team defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio, gives defensive tackle Phidarian Mathis (98) a fist bump during the team's NFL football practice in Ashburn, Va., Wednesday, June 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Coach's comments deal another blow to Commanders reputation

By Stephen Whyno Jun. 09, 2022 05:19 PM EDT

Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio is seen during an NFL football OTA practice at Inova Sports Performance Center in Ashburn, Va., Wednesday, June 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)
Del Rio sorry after calling Capitol insurrection a 'dust-up'

By Stephen Whyno Jun. 08, 2022 01:22 PM 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

FILE - Dan Snyder, co-owner and co-CEO of the Washington Commanders, poses for photos during an event to unveil the NFL football team's new identity, Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022, in Landover, Md. A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press the Washington Commanders have bought land in Virginia for what could be a potential site of the NFL team’s next stadium. The 200 acres of land purchased for approximately $100 million is in Woodbridge roughly 25 miles outside the District of Columbia. The Commanders’ lease at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland, expires in 2027. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
House Oversight Committee invites Goodell, Snyder to appear

By Stephen Whyno Jun. 01, 2022 12:40 PM EDT

FILE - Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn talks during an NFL football practice in Allen Park, Mich., Thursday, June 10, 2021. For 15 years, Aaron Glenn was an outstanding NFL cornerback, a team leader, and a coach in the making. He believes he's ready for a head-coaching gig. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Accelerator program overdue for NFL diversity. Will it help?

By Barry Wilner May. 25, 2022 03:52 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

Washington Commanders guard Chris Paul works during a rookie minicamp practice at the team's NFL football training facility, Friday, May 6, 2022 in Ashburn, Va. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Other Chris Paul making his own name on, off football field

By Stephen Whyno May. 11, 2022 04:04 PM EDT

Washington coach Ron Rivera wins George Halas Award

By The Associated Press May. 09, 2022 01:21 PM EDT
Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera, who had cancer and made a full recovery, has been selected as the 2022 George Halas Award recipient by the Professional...

North Carolina quarterback Sam Howell throws during the NFL football scouting combine, Thursday, March 3, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Commanders draft for immediate help except for QB Sam Howell

By Stephen Whyno Apr. 30, 2022 08:14 PM EDT

FILE - Alabama defensive lineman Phidarian Mathis (48) poses for a photograph during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Mercer, Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The Washington Commanders have another defensive tackle from Alabama after selecting Phidarian Mathis in the second round of the NFL draft Friday night, April 29, 2022. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File)
Commanders take Alabama DL Mathis, RB Robinson in NFL draft

By Stephen Whyno Apr. 29, 2022 08:42 PM EDT

FILE - Penn State wide receiver Jahan Dotson runs a drill during the NFL football scouting combine, Thursday, March 3, 2022, in Indianapolis. Dotson is a possible first round pick in the NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
Commanders select WR Dotson 16th after trading down in draft

By Stephen Whyno Apr. 28, 2022 10:06 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

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