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The Washington Commanders are retiring John Riggins jersey number

The Washington Commanders announced today that they will be retiring John Riggins’ jersey (No. 44) during their Week 9 game against the Los Angeles Rams on Nov. 8th. Riggo was an NFL legend, and had one of the greatest plays in Super Bowl history. John Riggins was the MVP for the Washington Redskins in their […]

Commanders News: Who gets forced off the 53 by Rasul Douglas signing?

The Daily Slop – 9 July 2026 Editor’s note: Each day, Hogs Haven compiles a collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, with a sprinkling of other stuff. Enjoy! Commanders links Articles Sports Illustrated Rasul […]

Are NFL championship teams often built through the NFL Draft?

Over the past three offseasons, Commanders general manager Adam Peters has used a combination of NFL draft picks, free agency and trades to rebuild a roster that was left depleted by his predecessor. Peters has consistently preached building through the draft throughout his Washington tenure. He has deviated from that narrative on a few occasions, […]

Commanders & Bengals meet for “Part 2” of ‘24 MNF thriller in Week 11

It’s 5 o’clock somewhere… The 5 O’Clock Club The 5 o’clock club is published from time to time during the season, and aims to provide a forum for reader-driven discussion at a time of day when there isn’t much NFL news being published. Feel free to introduce topics that interest you in the comments below. […]

NFC Notes: Deonte Banks, Brian Schottenheimer, Commanders, Cowboys, Giants

Commanders Commanders DT Jer’Zhan Newton recorded three sacks of Cowboys QB Dak Prescott in a single game and told reporters he is still riding the high from the performance, one he plans to build on in his third season. “That’s a big confidence boost, for sure… I’ve had that feeling since Christmas,” Newton said, via the […] The post NFC Notes: Deonte Banks, Brian Schottenheimer, Commanders, Cowboys, Giants appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Commanders News: Armstrong, McLaurin, Martin, Settle, Newton, Sinnott

The Daily Slop – 8 July 2026 Editor’s note: Each day, Hogs Haven compiles a collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, with a sprinkling of other stuff. Enjoy! Commanders links Articles Heavy.com Dorance Armstrong […]

Which Commanders CB not named Trey Amos gets the most snaps in ’26? – Survey

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Commanders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Commanders Roster Update On Monday, we got the news via NFL insiders (no official announcement yet […]

Which Commanders CB not named Trey Amos gets the most snaps in ’26? – Survey

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Commanders fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Commanders Roster Update On Monday, we got the news via NFL insiders (no official announcement yet […]

NFC Notes: Cam Skattebo, Sonny Styles, Javonte Williams, Commanders, Cowboys, Giants

Commanders Commanders HC Dan Quinn said that he’s noticed the work rookie LB Sonny Styles has put in to prepare for his role in the defense and the NFL. “I just felt like he has a demeanor that is very much in control, similar to Jayden [Daniels] in that way where above the surface he […] The post NFC Notes: Cam Skattebo, Sonny Styles, Javonte Williams, Commanders, Cowboys, Giants appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Car’lin Vigers among those in Commanders’ returning UDFA spotlight

The majority of undrafted free agent profiles end with a common refrain. “His most likely landing spot is the practice squad, where he can develop and compete for a roster spot next year.” For the players discussed in this article, 2026 is their “next year.” Historically, 28% of UDFAs make the same team’s Week 1 […]

Latest On WR Brandon Aiyuk

The 49ers and WR Brandon Aiyuk have been in a saga all offseason, as the receiver has publicly said he will sign with the Commanders once San Francisco releases him. The team voided Aiyuk’s guarantees after he cut off contact, and they were trying to recoup something in a trade after handing him a four-year, […] The post Latest On WR Brandon Aiyuk appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Commanders News: Von Miller: “I picked the wrong team” in 2025

The Daily Slop – 7 July 2026 Editor’s note: Each day, Hogs Haven compiles a collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, with a sprinkling of other stuff. Enjoy! Commanders links Articles USA Today Von […]

Free Agent DeAndre Hopkins Emerging As Top Fit For NFC Team

With a Brandon Aiyuk move looking increasingly unlikely, the Washington Commanders appear to be turning their attention to another veteran receiver. DeAndre Hopkins. Per Jason La Canfora of SportsBoom , there is a strong sense around the league that Washington is open to adding a veteran receiver with a strong resume, and Hopkins has emerged as the name to watch. Why the Fit Makes Sense La Canfora reported that several executives and agents around the league believe Hopkins would be th...

Can the Commanders upset visiting Super Bowl favorite LA Rams in Week 9?

It’s 5 o’clock somewhere… The 5 O’Clock Club The 5 o’clock club is published from time to time during the season, and aims to provide a forum for reader-driven discussion at a time of day when there isn’t much NFL news being published. Feel free to introduce topics that interest you in the comments below. […]

Will Compton ‘flabbergasted’ he wasn’t invited to Travis Kelce’s wedding, but Dean Blandino was

Will Compton presumably knows Travis Kelce well enough to have earned a wedding invite. Dean Blandino, evidently, knows him better. The former Tennessee Titans and Washington Commanders linebacker had him on his podcast, attended Tight End University alongside him most summers since Kelce co-founded the event with George Kittle and Greg Olsen in 2021, and…

NFC Notes: Jalen Carter, Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Commanders, Cowboys, Eagles

Commanders Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt enters the second year of his career after being a seventh-round pick in 2025. Washington HC Dan Quinn said the running back seems to be elevating his game and has always been “hungry” for success.  “I do feel like there’s like this elevation that’s taking place with him,” Quinn said, […] The post NFC Notes: Jalen Carter, Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Commanders, Cowboys, Eagles appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Commanders Signing CB Rasul Douglas To One-Year Deal

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Commanders are signing CB Rasul Douglas to a one-year deal worth up to $3.8 million. Douglas, 30, was a former third-round pick of the Eagles back in 2017. The Panthers claimed him off waivers from the Eagles in September of 2020. Douglas played out the final year of his four-year, […] The post Commanders Signing CB Rasul Douglas To One-Year Deal appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .