‘Rejuvenated’ Ertz not retiring, eyes Wash. return

John KeimJan 27, 2025, 07:04 PM ET

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ASHBURN, Va. — Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz made his intentions clear: He doesn’t want to retire.

Ertz, who just finished his 12th season,

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Luvu’s goal-line penalties a matter of ‘timing’

John KeimJan 26, 2025, 09:53 PM ET

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PHILADELPHIA — Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu was determined to stop the tush push. The officials just wanted him to wait for the snap

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Commanders rule out defensive tackle Payne

John KeimJan 25, 2025, 03:56 PM ET

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ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders ruled out defensive tackle Daron Payne on Saturday, costing them a key part of their defense heading into

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‘Locked in’ Daniels eyes historic road playoff win

John KeimJan 24, 2025, 03:32 PM ET

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ASHBURN, Va. — Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, sitting on the bench, turned to a group of Detroit Lions‘ fans heckling him Saturday, smiled

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Commanders on Barkley: ‘Just try to contain him’

John KeimJan 23, 2025, 06:37 PM ET

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ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders know what they have to do against the Philadelphia Eagles. It’s the same thing they wanted to do

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‘A special, special dude’: How Washington knew Jayden Daniels was ‘Him’ from the start

ASHBURN, Va. — Back in the spring, well before Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels had been named the team’s starter, veteran teammates such as tight end Zach Ertz and wide receiver Terry McLaurin had a feeling the rookie would excel in the NFL.

By the end of training camp, they were certain.

“I was telling everyone that would listen how good he would be,” Ertz said. “Just something got me really excited. I knew there would be some growing pains, but his ability to work and his humility to get better is what sets

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Quinn relishing showing critics ‘how we get down’

John KeimJan 22, 2025, 07:26 PM ET

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ASHBURN, Va. — Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said he felt the team’s potential was dismissed early this season, but his response revealed a mindset that has helped

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Commanders O-line takes hit as Cosmi tears ACL

John Keim, ESPN Staff WriterJan 19, 2025, 04:18 PM ET

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Washington Commanders right guard Sam Cosmi will miss the rest of the postseason after he tore his right ACL in Saturday’s divisional round

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Commanders exult in 1st NFC title game since ’91

John Keim, ESPN Staff WriterJan 19, 2025, 02:45 AM ET

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DETROIT — After Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin finished his postgame news conference, he stepped away from the podium and

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Commanders’ Zane Gonzalez uses viral moment to educate about OCD

John Keim, ESPN Staff WriterJan 17, 2025, 06:01 AM ET

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ASHBURN, Va. — As Washington Commanders kicker Zane Gonzalez walked to the front of the room to receive an award during

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