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The Washington Commanders introduced Dan Quinn as the 31st head coach in franchise history and the veteran leader made quite the impression on the WTOP Sports team. Listen to the highlights from Quinn’s introductory press conference and hear the one takeaway that gives Rob hope of a Belichick-ian second act for DQ in D.C. Also…
Thanks in part to Peter King’s swan song bomb-drop, the debate over whether the Washington Commanders should trade up to the No. 1 overall pick and select local product Caleb Williams has reignited. The WTOP Sports team debates whether Washington should make the move, which quarterback is the best alternate at No. 2 and what to…
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As we’re sure you’ve heard by now, the Washington Commanders have the most available cap space in the NFL entering free agency. Who will get big bucks to wear Burgundy and Gold? And, should Washington spend big free agent dollars to improve their roster? The WTOP Sports team discusses the reality of the new ownership’s…
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The Washington Commanders opened the so-called “legal tampering” period of NFL free agency with a quantity of free agents — but what about the quality? The WTOP Sports team breaks down the reported additions one-by-one, assesses the most impactful signings and offers who Washington should target next. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle podcast: Our…
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Welcome to the Big Dance! Don’t do your NCAA Tournament brackets without the insight of our resident AP Top 25 voter Dave Preston, as he shares all we need to know about March Madness inside and outside the Beltway! Plus, the WTOP Sports team shares their Final Four picks and eventual champion in both the…
After months of speculation, the Washington Commanders will finally decide what to do with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. The WTOP Sports team offers their choice with Washington’s top selection, the absolute must-have positions and/or players from this draft and whether the Burgundy and Gold should trade back into the…
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The Washington Commanders released their full 2024 schedule Wednesday, which includes yet another Week 14 bye. The WTOP Sports team doesn’t like another late break in December but offers several positives about the total 17-game slate that could offset any of the negatives. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle: Who wins the PGA Championship at…
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Basketball legend Bill Walton died Monday at the age of 71 and the WTOP Sports team welcomes film director Steve James, whose documentary series “The Luckiest Guy in the World” took a deeper look into the iconic Hall of Fame player and unique broadcaster that was as polarizing in front of a microphone as he…
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Shortly after the 4th of July and months before another presidential election, the WTOP Sports team huddles to discuss who would be on a Mount Rushmore commemorating D.C. sports history. Along those same lines, who would make the list of all-time greatest (and worst) draft picks? From an integral member of the Burgundy and Gold…
As Cooperstown prepares to welcome four more into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, the WTOP Sports team is joined by Dan Good, author of “Playing Through the Pain: Ken Caminiti and the Steroids Confession That Changed Baseball Forever” to talk about the incoming Class of 2024, the issues with the Hall of Fame…
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As the Washington Commanders open Training Camp on Tuesday, the WTOP Sports team gathers to discuss the biggest storylines entering the Burgundy and Gold’s most highly-anticipated camp in recent memory. Which newcomer — beyond the obvious, Jayden Daniels — is the player to watch? Which position battle will have the biggest impact? Also inside the…
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As the 2024 Summer Olympics wind down, Associated Press reporter Stephen Whyno joins the WTOP Sports team from Paris to discuss his impressions of the Summer Games so far, the impact of local athletes like Katie Ledecky and Noah Lyles, and what storyline could dominate leading into the closing ceremony. Also inside the D.C. Sports…
The Washington Commanders open their most highly-anticipated season in recent memory in Tampa Bay on Sunday and the WTOP Sports team discusses the keys to victory against the Buccaneers, the outlook for the 2024 season and also delve into the entire NFL season, which Rob previewed in-depth on WTOP.com. (Hint: Commanders and Ravens fans should…
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The Washington Commanders’ season-opening loss in Tampa featured Jayden Daniels’ 88-yard rushing performance on a whopping 16 attempts, sparking a debate on whether the prized rookie is already being run too much. Coach Dan Quinn has already implied he’ll dial down Daniels’ rush attempts — but should he? The WTOP Sports team debates that and…
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The Washington Commanders’ got their (ahem) kicks against the Giants in their home opener but is there anything hopeful to come out of the Burgundy and Gold’s touchdown-free victory? The WTOP Sports team gives the pros and cons of the “not loss” and breakdown how Washington can pull off a primetime upset of Joe Burrow…
The Washington Commanders’ “college offense” put on a professional clinic in Cincinnati, making Jayden Daniels the talk of the NFL following his primetime virtuoso. Can the star rookie’s historic start to the season overcome Washington’s historically bad defense? Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by FanDuel Sportsbook: The WTOP Sports team breaks down the…
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The NFL’s Offensive Rookie of the Month Jayden Daniels has led the Washington Commanders to their first 3-1 start to a season since 2011 but how far can he take the Burgundy and Gold this season? The WTOP Sports team discusses whether this historically-effective offense changes their preseason prediction for Washington and previews the matchup…
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In the most compelling “Battle of the Beltways” of all-time, the Washington Commanders and Baltimore Ravens enter Sunday’s meeting at M&T Bank Stadium with star quarterbacks on impressive win streaks. Would a Jayden Daniels victory over Lamar Jackson pass the MVP baton to the rookie? And, would Washington truly step into contender status? The WTOP…
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The Washington Commanders lost the “Battle of the Beltways” in Baltimore but made quite the impression in defeat. The WTOP Sports team discusses their takeaways from the game, whether the 1-5 Carolina Panthers are a “trap game” and which trades Washington could/should make before the NFL’s Nov. 5 deadline. There’s a couple of proposals that…
The Washington Commanders pounded the Panthers despite losing Jayden Daniels to an early rib injury but will he recover in time for a nationally televised showdown with local product Caleb Williams in a battle between the 2024 NFL Draft’s top two picks? The WTOP Sports team debates whether Daniels should play and break down the…
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The Washington Commanders’ incredible win over the Chicago Bears on a Hail Mary-land was the play of the NFL season so far and the headline of Week 8. But where does it rank in Northwest Stadium/FedEx Field history? The WTOP Sports team recalls the best (and worst) moments on the Burgundy and Gold’s present homefield….
The Washington Commanders are 7-2 for the first time since 1996, prompting the Burgundy and Gold to make the blockbuster deal for 4-time Pro Bowl cornerback Marshon Lattimore at Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline. Longtime WTOP afternoon anchor (and lifelong Steelers fan) Shawn Anderson joins the WTOP Sports team to break down the deal and then…
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The Washington Commanders got a “mini-bye” after back-to-back losses but was it enough to return to form — specifically for star quarterback Jayden Daniels? The WTOP Sports team discusses the reasons for the rookie’s midseason slump, whether the reeling Dallas Cowboys are the perfect “get-right game” and breakdown the matchup between longtime NFC East rivals….
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The Washington Commanders are back from their bye week and marching into New Orleans to begin a crucial stretch run to the playoffs. The WTOP Sports team gives their predictions for the final four games of the regular season and break down the matchup with a Saints team built to play spoiler. Also inside the…
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The Washington Commanders’ historic rebound season has landed the franchise back in the postseason for the first time since 2020, but will it include their first playoff win in 19 years Sunday night in Tampa? The WTOP Sports team discusses the Week 1 rematch with the Buccaneers, Washington’s keys to victory and how far the…
Thanks to “The Divisional Doink,” the Washington Commanders’ historic rebound season continues on to Detroit to face the NFC’s top seed. Can the Burgundy and Gold stun the football world by taming the Lions? The WTOP Sports team discusses what it would take to advance to the NFC Championship Game for the first time since…
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From the “The Divisional Doink” to the “Demolition in Detroit,” the Washington Commanders have further stunned the football world by standing one win in Philadelphia away from an unfathomable trip to Super Bowl LIX. The WTOP Sports team discusses how in the world the Burgundy and Gold got here and break down the franchise’s biggest…
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The WTOP Sports team Huddled up on the first day of the NFL’s so-called “legal tampering” period (perhaps a bit too early, given the Laremy Tunsil news broke just a couple hours later) to discuss the Washington Commanders’ best moves to build on their unexpected run to the NFC Championship Game. Who should be next…
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