The Commanders beat the Raiders in convincing fashion Sunday, rolling to a 41-24 victory behind a solid rushing attack and key contributions from relatively unexpected places. With Jayden Daniels sidelined by injury, it was up to other players to step up at home. Mariota Leads Ground-Heavy Attack Marcus Mariota made his first NFL start since … Read more
The Commanders vs Ravens preseason finale was a fairly ugly 30-3 loss – that meant absolutely nothing. Washington sat 33 players, including virtually every starter. The sloppy performance may point to some depth chart concerns, but provides little insight into much else. Preseason results don’t predict regular season success. Everyone knows this fundamental truth. Yet … Read more
The Commanders’ 2023 draft had been a pivotal moment in Washington’s long-term rebuild. With several holes to fill and expectations running high, the team had used its seven selections to add athleticism and versatility across the board. This draft class brought a mix of instant contributors and developmental players. Fans hoped the infusion of young … Read more