The Washington Commanders are having some kind of season in 2024, with a 5-2 record and leading the NFC East for the first time in a very long time. The offense is unified behind rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, and while the defense could use some help in a couple of areas, it’s been pretty solid, too. This week, the Commanders host a Chicago Bears team that is hell-bent on … [Read more...] about Commanders vs. Bears: 3 reasons for optimism in Week 8
Commanders rookie’s first NFL TD came on a play called ‘Taylor Swift”
Washington Commanders rookie tight end Ben Sinnott had a quiet start to his NFL career. Sinnott did not have a catch through the first six games this season until he was finally targeted in last week’s 40-7 win over the Carolina Panthers. It just so happened that his first NFL catch was also a touchdown. Offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury provided more information on … [Read more...] about Commanders rookie’s first NFL TD came on a play called ‘Taylor Swift”
Commanders vs. Bears injury report: Latest updates, news for Thursday
The Washington Commanders (5-2) were back on the practice field Thursday for their second practice of the week in preparation for the Week 8 showdown against the Chicago Bears (4-2). Quarterback Jayden Daniels missed his second consecutive practice, which was expected. Head coach Dan Quinn said on Wednesday that he would have an update on Daniels Friday when he met with the … [Read more...] about Commanders vs. Bears injury report: Latest updates, news for Thursday
Statistical breakdown: How the Commanders and Bears stack up ahead of Week 8 game
The Washington Commanders (5-2) face the Chicago Bears (4-2) in one of Week 8’s most exciting matchups. The top storyline surrounds the rookie quarterbacks. Caleb Williams (No. 1 overall pick) of the Bears and Jayden Daniels (No. 2 overall pick) for the Commanders. However, with Daniels suffering a rib injury in Week 7, there’s a chance Daniels doesn’t play Sunday. Regardless … [Read more...] about Statistical breakdown: How the Commanders and Bears stack up ahead of Week 8 game
Gimme Him: One player the Commanders would steal from the Bears
The Washington Commanders enter Week 8 with some questions about the health of starting quarterback Jayden Daniels. He’s listed as week-to-week with a rib injury. In his stead, Marcus Mariota took over, and the Commanders continued their dominance by defeating the Carolina Panthers 40-7. Even with their success this season, there’s always room for improvement. This week, the … [Read more...] about Gimme Him: One player the Commanders would steal from the Bears