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Washington Commanders

-- Commanders Not Trading Down from #2 Overall --
Tue Apr 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports teams trying to move up for a quarterback in this week's NFL draft and calling Washington are being told they are not moving. Washington’s GM Adam Peters has publicly stated the Commanders feel great about staying at #2 and picking their QB.

-- Commanders Release One --
Mon Apr 22, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have released DE Shaka Toney. Toney, 26, was just reinstated after being suspended last April for violating the league’s gambling policy.

-- Jayden Daniels Not a Lock to be Drafted by Commanders --
Sun Apr 21, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports QB Jayden Daniels is not a lock to be drafted by Washington with the #2 overall draft pick this week.

-- Commanders to Host J.J. McCarthy --
Thu Apr 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Michicagn QB J.J. McCarthy will meet with Washington next week.

-- Commanders to Host QB Prospects --
Wed Apr 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports North Carolina QB Drake Maye will meet with Washington next Tuesday and Wednesday. Meanwhile, LSU QB Jayden Daniels will visit with the club next Monday and Tuesday.

-- Commanders Sign One --
Tue Apr 2, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have signed free-agent LB Mykal Walker.

-- Commanders Sign Jeff Driskel --
Mon Apr 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have signed veteran free-agent QB Jeff Driskel.

-- Commanders Sign One --
Mon Apr 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have signed free-agent RB Jeremy McNichols.

-- Commanders Sign Olamide Zaccheaus --
Thu Mar 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have signed free-agent WR Olamide Zaccheaus, a source confirms.

-- Commanders Sign Michael Deiter --
Mon Mar 25, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have signed free-agent OL Michael Deiter.

-- Commanders Unlikely to Move down in April NFL Draft --
Sun Mar 24, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Washington Commanders HC Dan Quinn is acknowledging they’re probably going to draft a quarterback in April, even as they’ll listen to trade calls. LSU QB Jayden Daniels is widely expected to be the Commanders’ pick at #2 overall. Quinn said the Commanders are getting close to setting the top of their draft board, but haven’t finished evaluating the quarterbacks. Quinn did say the Commanders’ phone is ringing in trade talks and the Commanders will listen, but it sounds unlikely that anyone would offer enough to get them to move down.

-- Commanders Sign One --
Thu Mar 21, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Washington Post reports the Commanders have signed free-agent CB James Pierre to a one-year contract.

-- Commanders to Host J.J. McCarthy --
Wed Mar 20, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Bleacher Report reports Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy will meet with the Washington Commanders on Thursday. McCarthy also met with the New York Giants this week, touring the team’s facility and talking with front office officials and coaches.

-- Commanders Re-Sign Cornelius Lucas --
Tue Mar 19, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have re-signed OT Cornelius Lucas to a one-year contract.

-- Commanders Sign Michael Davis --
Mon Mar 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Washington Post reports the Commanders have signed free-agent CB Michael Davis.

-- Commanders Sign One --
Sun Mar 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have signed free-agent CB Noah Igbinoghene, per source. This is a depth signing/special teams.

-- Commanders Re-Sign One --
Fri Mar 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have re-signed DE Efe Obama.

-- Commanders Trade Sam Howell --
Thu Mar 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Washington Commanders traded QB Sam Howell, along with 2024 fourth and fifth-round draft picks, to the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for 2024 third and fifth-round picks.

-- Commanders to Sign One --
Thu Mar 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms with free-agent LB Anthony Pittman.

-- Commanders Re-Sign Jamison Crowder --
Wed Mar 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have re-signed WR Jamison Crowder to one-year contract.

-- Commanders to Sign Bobby Wagner --
Wed Mar 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms with LB Bobby Wagner on a one-year contract that includes $6 million in guaranteed money and is worth up to $8.5 million.

-- Commanders to Sign Jeremy Reaves --
Wed Mar 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms with S Jeremy Reaves on a two-year contract.

-- Commanders to Sign Jeremy Chinn --
Tue Mar 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Bleacher Report reports free-agent S Jeremy Chinn plans to sign a one-year deal up to $5.1 million with the Washington Commanders.

-- Commanders Sign One --
Tue Mar 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have signed free-agent LS Tyler Ott.

-- Commanders to Sign Dante Fowler --
Tue Mar 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Bleacher Report reports the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms with DE Dante Fowler.

-- Chase Young Set to Tour --
Tue Mar 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports free-agent DE Chase Young is expected to visit with the Panthers, Titans, and Saints.

-- Commanders to Sign Marcus Mariota --
Tue Mar 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms with QB Marcus Mariota on a one-year contract with a base value of $6 million and is worth up to $10 million.

-- Commanders to Sign Clelin Ferrell --
Tue Mar 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms with DE Clelin Ferrell.

-- Commanders Sign Nick Allegretti --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have signed OG Nick Allegretti to a three-year, $16 million contract, including $9 million guaranteed.

-- Commanders to Sign Brandon McManus --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms with PK Brandon McManus on a one-year, $3.6 million contract.

-- Commanders to Sign Austin Ekeler --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms with RB Austin Ekeler on a two-year contract. The deal is worth up to $11.43 million and includes $4.82 million total in 2024. Another $1.5 million is possible incentives for 2024.

-- Commanders to Sign Frankie Luvu --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports LB Frankie Luvu has agreed to terms on a three-year deal with the Washington Commanders for a maximum value of $36 million.

-- Commanders Sign Dorance Armstrong --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have signed free-agent DE Dorance Armstrong to a three-year contract worth up to $45 million.

-- Commanders to Sign Tyler Biadasz --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders are expected to sign free-agent C Tyler Biadasz.

-- Commanders to Sign Zach Ertz --
Wed Mar 6, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports three-time Pro Bowl TE Zach Ertz is signing with the Washinghton Commanders for a one-year deal worth up to $5 million, per source.

-- Commanders Talking to Zach Ertz --
Wed Mar 6, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox Sports reports free-agent TE Zach Ertz has been having conversations with the Commanders, per source.

-- Jamin Davis Pleads Guilty to Reckless Driving --
Fri Mar 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Washington Post reports Commanders LB Jamin Davis pled guilty to reckless driving and was sentenced to a suspended 180 day jail sentence, and was ordered to do community service.

-- Commanders Release Nick Gates --
Fri Mar 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have released C Nick Gates.

-- Commanders Release Logan Thomas --
Fri Mar 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have released TE Logan Thomas. Thomas was due $6.5 million this upcoming season, including a $500K roster bonus later this month. Thomas, 32, had 55 catches for 496 yards and 4 TDs last season, his highest output in all three categories since 2020.

-- Adios Charles Leno --
Fri Mar 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have informed starting OT Charles Leno that they are releasing him, source said. He is scheduled for hip surgery next week.

-- Eric Bieniemy Accepts OC Job at UCLA --
Sat Feb 24, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports former Washington Commanders OC Eric Bieniemy has accepted UCLA’s offensive coordinator position.

-- Commanders Name John Glenn --
Tue Feb 20, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Spots reports the Washington Commanders have named John Glenn Assistant Special Teams Coach.

-- Commanders Name Darryl Tapp --
Wed Feb 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have named Darryl Tapp Defensive Line Coach.

-- Commanders Name Anthony Lynn --
Wed Feb 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have named Anthony Lynn Run Game Coordinator.

-- Commanders Name Tom Donatell --
Wed Feb 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Washington Commanders have named Tom Donatell Defensive Backs Coach.

-- Commanders Name Sharrif Floyd --
Tue Feb 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Washington Post reports the Washington Commanders have named Sharrif Floyd Assistant Defensive Line Coach.

-- Commanders Name Ken Norton Jr. --
Mon Feb 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have named Ken Norton Jr. LBs Coach.

-- Commanders Eyeing the #1 Overall Draft Pick in April --
Sun Feb 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders are expected to check in with the Chicago Bears regarding a trade for the #1 overall draft pick in April.

-- Commanders Name Brian Johnson --
Thu Feb 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have named Brian Johnson Pass Game Coordinator.

-- Commanders Fire Eric Bieniemy --
Mon Feb 5, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ERSPN's Adam Schefter reports Washington Commanders HC Dan Quinn says OC Eric Bieniemy will not return to the team's coaching staff.

-- Source: Kliff Kingsbury to Become Commanders' OC --
Sun Feb 4, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox Sports reports Kliff Kingsbury has agreed to terms to become the Offensive Coordinator of the Washington Commanders, per source.

-- Commanders Eyeing Kliff Kingsbury --
Sat Feb 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Kliff Kingsbury, who was close to becoming the Raiders’ offensive coordinator, is a leading candidate to become the Commanders’ offensive coordinator, per sources

-- Commanders Name Joe Whitt --
Thu Feb 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the Washington Commanders have named Joe Whitt Defensive Coordinator.

-- Commanders Name Dan Quinn --
Thu Feb 1, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have named Dan Quinn their new Head Coach.

-- Martin Mayhew Going Nowhere --
Wed Jan 31, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports former Commanders GM Martin Mayhew is expected to remain with Washington, though the team still has to figure out his title.

-- Adam Peters Officially New Commanders GM --
Mon Jan 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Fox Sports reports Adam Peters is now officially the new general manager of the Washington Commanders. He signed a 5-year contract.

-- Commanders Targeting Ben Johnson --
Sat Jan 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reports the Washington Commanders are targeting Lions OC Ben Johnson as top choice to fill their vacant head coaching job.

-- Commanders Name Adam Peters New General Manager --
Fri Jan 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Washington Commanders have hired 49ers assistant GM Adam Peters as the team’s general manager.

-- Commanders Not Interested in Bill Belichick --
Thu Jan 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Washington Commanders have no interest in pursuing former Patriots HC Bill Belichick for their head coaching vacancy.

-- Commanders Hire Bob Myers --
Mon Jan 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Washington Commanders have hired former Warriors executive Bob Myers to oversee football operations.

-- Commanders Fire HC Ron Rivera --
Mon Jan 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have fired HC Ron Rivera.

-- Ron Rivera Expected to be Fired on Monday --
Sun Jan 7, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders are expected to move on from HC Ron Rivera after four seasons on Monday, as Washington faces a facelift under new owner Josh Harris.

-- Ron Rivera Expected to be Fired --
Sat Jan 6, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Washington Commanders HC Ron Rivera will be celebrating his 62nd birthday Sunday, and the organization would be wise to respect its coach's birthday. But changes are expected at some point early next week, according to league sources, which comes as a surprise to nobody. New owner Josh Harris is expected to start over after paying $6.05 billion for the franchise last summer. Washington is expected to commence an exhaustive and comprehensive search to try to find the right people to help restore a franchise that has been one of the worst in the NFL over the past two-plus decades. Harris is not expected to spare any expense in deploying the right people to find the right people to lead this franchise forward.

-- Sam Howell Will Start This Week --
Wed Jan 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Washington Commanders HC Ron Rivera says QB Sam Howell will start this week against the #Cowboys.

-- Adios Ron Rivera? --
Sun Dec 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports things are trending toward the Washington Commanders firing HC Ron Rivera.

-- Commanders IR Two --
Sat Dec 30, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have placed OT Charles Leno (calf) and C Tyler Larsen (knee) on injured reserve, ending their seasons.

-- Commanders IR Charles Leno --
Sat Dec 30, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washinghton Commanders have placed OT Charles Leno (calf) on injured reserve with a calf injury, ending his season.

-- Commanders IR Chris Rodriguez --
Thu Dec 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the Washington Commanders have placed RB Chris Rodriguez (ankle) on injured reserve, ending his season.

-- Jacoby Brissett Will Start This Week --
Wed Dec 27, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Washington Commanders QB Jacoby Brissett will start this week, as QB Sam Howell has been benched.

-- Commanders Starting QB Unknown --
Tue Dec 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Washington Posts reports Commanders HC Ron Rivera is still mulling over his team's quarterback situation.

-- Sam Howell Benched Today --
Sun Dec 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders benched QB Sam Howell for QB Jacoby Brissett in the second half of today's game against the Jets.

-- Sam Howell Will Start This Week --
Mon Dec 18, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Washington Commanders QB Sam Howell will remain the team's starting quarterback, per HC Ron Rivera. Howell was benched during the team's Week #15 loss to the Los Angeles Rams.

-- Commanders Hire Jim Salgado --
Wed Nov 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Washington Commanders have hired former Bills’ secondary coach Jim Salgado to help out their defensive staff.

-- Commanders Fire Two Defensive Coaches --
Fri Nov 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Washington Commanders have fired DC Jack Del Rio and DBs coach Brent Vieselmeyer.

-- Ron Rivera Job Watch --
Thu Nov 23, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Washington Commanders new ownership will evaluate HC Ron Rivera after the season is cokmplete.

-- Commanders IR Efe Obada; Sign One --
Mon Nov 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have placed DE Efe Obada (leg) on injured reserve and signed DE Jalen Harris off of the Bears practice squad.

-- Commanders Trade Chase Young --
Tue Oct 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the San Francisco 49ers have acquired DE Chase Young from the Washington Commanders in exchange for a 2024 third-round draft pick.

-- Commanders Trade Montez Sweat --
Tue Oct 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders are in agreement on a massive trade for DE Montez Sweat to land in Chicago in exchange for a 2024 2nd-round draft pick.

-- Commanders IR Two --
Sat Oct 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Washington Commanders placed LB Cody Barton and OG Saahdiq Charles on injured reserve.

-- Commanders Activate Efe Obada --
Sat Oct 14, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have activated DE Efe Obada (knee) from injured reserve.

-- Commanders Sign Jamison Crowder --
Mon Sep 11, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have signed veteran WR Jamison Crowder off of their practice squad.

-- Brian Robinson Ran 18 Routes Sunday --
Mon Sep 11, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson ran a career-high 18 routes on Sunday against the Cardinals.

-- Commanders Elevate Jamison Crowder --
Sat Sep 9, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders have elevated WR Jamison Crowder from the practice squad.

-- Commanders IR Dax Milne; Sign One --
Fri Sep 8, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Washington Commanders WR Dax Milne (groin) has been placed on the injured reserve list, while DE William Bradley-King was signed in a corresponding move.

-- Commanders Sign Jamison Crowder to Practice Squad --
Wed Sep 6, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the Washington Commanders have signed veteran free-agent WR Jamison Crowder to the practice squad.

-- Jamin Davis Court Case Moved to March --
Thu Aug 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Washington Commanders LB Jamin Davis has had his wreckless driving case moved to a jury trial that’s scheduled for March 2024.

-- Chase Young to Consult a Doctor --
Thu Aug 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Washington Commanders DE Chase Young (stinger) will consult a doctor after not being cleared for contact following a “stinger” injury suffered in the team’s first preseason game.

-- Logan Thomas Has No Restrictions --
Wed Aug 30, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Washington Commanders TE Logan Thomas (calf) said he has no more restrictions. He feels really good, and that certainly sounds good for week #1.

-- Commanders IR Jonathan Williams --
Tue Aug 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have placed RB Jonathan Williams on injured reserve.

-- Commanders Release Jake Fromm --
Tue Aug 29, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Washington Commanders are releasing backup QB Jake Fromm, who impressed in his final preseason game with two TDs, a source said.

-- Commanders Release Jaret Patterson --
Mon Aug 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Washington Commanders have waived RB Jaret Patterson.

-- Terry McLaurin Uncertain to Play Week #1 --
Thu Aug 24, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin’s (turf toe) status is uncertain for the Commanders’ regular-season opener against the Cardinals. McLaurin suffered a turf toe injury on Monday night. There’s been optimism that the injury is not too severe, but turf toe does usually keep wide receivers out for multiple weeks.

-- Terry McLaurin Day-to-Day; Could Play Week #1 --
Tue Aug 22, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports sources say there is optimism for Week #1 for Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin (toe). It's more of a day-to-day injury than anything, with the scans showing no major injury.

-- Terry McLaurin Set for an MRI --
Tue Aug 22, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin (toe) is believed to be dealing with a toe sprain based on the initial diagnosis, sources say. The injury from last night’s game, also known as turf toe, is not thought to be overly serious, but he’ll have an MRI today to determine the full extent.

-- Sam Howell Sharp with Two Scores --
Mon Aug 21, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Washington Commanders QB Sam Howell completed 19-of-25 passes for 188 yards and two touchdowns in the team's preseason game against the Ravens tonight, adding 17 rushing yards on three carries.

-- Terry McLaurin Injures Toe --
Mon Aug 21, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin (toe) suffered a toe injury tonight against he Ravens and will not return action. X-Rays on McLaurin’s toe were negative.

-- Commanders to Release Michael Badgley; Joey Slye Wins Job --
Sun Aug 20, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Washington Commanders are releasing PK Michael Badgley. That leaves PK Joey Slye as the only kicker on the roster and he’ll likely be handling the kicking duties come Week #1. Badgley made the only extra point he tried in Washington’s first preseason game. The Commanders play the Ravens on Monday in their second exhibition outing.

-- Logan Thomas Returns to Practice --
Sat Aug 19, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Washington Post reports Commanders TE Logan Thomas (calf) returned to a limited practice on Saturday. Thomas was seen working off to the side.

-- Chase Young Recovering from a Stinger --
Fri Aug 18, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Washington Commanders DE Chase Young (stinger) played four snaps in last week’s preseason opener and HC Ron Rivera said after the game that Young suffered a stinger. Young has been at practice this week, but has not been cleared to return to full participation yet.

-- Sam Howell Nmed Week #1 Starter --
Fri Aug 18, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Washington Commanders HC Ron Rivera named QB Sam Howell the team's starting quarterback for Week #1 against the Arizona Cardinals.

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