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Friday, October 9, 2026
Commanders GM Adam Peters talks Kaytron Allen, Austin Ekeler, Nick Cross

General manager Adam Peters held his weekly Friday interview with The Junkies on 106.7-FM The Fan and clearly wasn’t ready to break news during it, as he did with Jayden Daniels a few weeks back....

Commanders News: NFC East could have 3 teams at 2-3 by Sunday afternoon

The Daily Slop – 9 October 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,...

Commanders’ Kaytron Allen decision exposes Dan Quinn’s costly veteran bias
Stats and Snaps – 2026 Week 4, Commanders vs Colts in London

A week after the Commanders pulled off the upset of the season, under leadership of backup QB Marcus Mariota, they were dealt another setback, when Mariota exited the London game with an injury in...

Washington Commanders vs New York Giants Week 5: Five Questions with Big Blue View

It’s week 5 of the NFL season, and the 1-3 Washington Commanders will be facing the 3-1 New York Giants at Northwest Stadium in Landover, MD this Sunday at 1:00 p.m. ET. The Giants lost starting...

Commanders waiving Kaytron Allen deepens alarm over Adam Peters’ draft record

The Washington Commanders waiving rookie running back Kaytron Allen deepens alarm over general manager Adam Peters’ draft record.

5 winners (and 3 losers) from Commanders' first four games of 2026

Who were the big winners and losers from the Washington Commanders' first four games of the 2026 season?

Cowboys got boatraced by 0-4 Buccaneers on Thursday night – All aTwitter

All aTwitter – 9 October 2026 We follow Twitter so you don’t have to The goal of All aTwitter is to give readers a detailed or quirky look, through the unique lens of Twitter, at the Commanders,...

Thursday, October 8, 2026
Thursday Night Football: Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Dallas Cowboys

Week 5 of the 2026 season kicks off with an NFC battle between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Dallas Cowboys. The Bucs haven’t won a game this season and are on their way to a top 3 pick in next...

Commanders Q+A: Five questions needing answers before Giants clash

It’s only Week 5, but the Commanders are encroaching on must-win territory. Yeah, that sounds a bit extreme for October, but Washington simply can’t afford to fall to 1-4 on the season and 0-3...

Commanders vs. Giants Thursday injury report: Sam Cosmi approaching return

Commanders right guard Sam Cosmi didn’t make the trip to London for that Week 4 contest against the Indianapolis Colts. He was in the concussion protocol and ruled out early in the week while...

Commanders roster moves: Sixth-round NFL draft pick Kaytron Allen waived

The Commanders have waived rookie running back Kaytron Allen.   That was a surprise move even with Jeremy McNichols practicing again (while on IR) and Austin Ekeler now on the roster, considering...

Terry McLaurin’s injury setback validates Adam Peters’ Commanders caution

More injury problems for Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin are starting to validate general manager Adam Peters' contract caution.

Commanders OC: Daniels will be 'full go,' have no limitations vs. Giants

Commanders offensive coordinator David Blough said Jayden Daniels will have no limitations when the star QB plays Sunday against the Giants.

David Blough just took the restraints off Jayden Daniels for Commanders return

Offensive coordinator David Blough took the restraints off quarterback Jayden Daniels before his Washington Commanders return.

Commanders get fantastic news on Jayden Daniels' status for Week 5 vs. Giants

This is as good of an update as Commanders fans could've hoped for.

David Blough: “As an offense, we did not play winning football.”

The Washington Commanders are preparing to host the New York Giants and their coordinators spoke with reporters before Thursday’s practice. David Blough was up first, and he was asked about the...

Commanders should think twice about Mike Tomlin in any post-Dan Quinn era

The Washington Commanders should think twice about hiring Mike Tomlin in any post-Dan Quinn era beyond 2026.

Commanders were wrong to bench Nick Allegretti despite the risk

The Washington Commanders were wrong to bench offensive lineman Nick Allegretti, despite the obvious risks attached.

Jayden Daniels expected to return against Giants with one noticeable change

Jayden Daniels appears ready to return after his elbow injury, although Washington's quarterback plans to make one adjustment.

Jayden Daniels' game-week confidence lifts Commanders before crucial return

Jayden Daniels' game-week confidence has given the Washington Commanders a massive lift before his crucial return.

Commanders News: The demise of the Nick Sirianni era may be exaggerated

The Daily Slop – 8 October 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,...

Washington Commanders versus Giants Week 5: Inside the Matchup

Back in June and early July, HH veteran writer Bill-in-Bangkok, offered a week-by-week preview via the 5 O’Clock Club of the Washington Commanders regular season schedule for 2026. As we roll into...

Stefon Diggs' sudden injury concern leaves Commanders facing anxious wait

The Washington Commanders face another anxious wait as wide receiver Stefon Diggs looks to shake off a hamstring issue before Week 5.

5 Commanders players facing roster uncertainty as injured stars return

These Washington Commanders players are facing roster uncertainty as the team's injury crisis eases before Week 5.

Don’t write off TE Chig Okonkwo just yet – All aTwitter

All aTwitter – 8 October 2026 We follow Twitter so you don’t have to The goal of All aTwitter is to give readers a detailed or quirky look, through the unique lens of Twitter, at the Commanders,...

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Commanders QB Daniels fully practices, trending toward return

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels continued on a path that is expected to result in him playing Sunday against the New York Giants, only three weeks after he dislocated his elbow.

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels working to ‘embrace the brace’

Jayden Daniels was presented with a hypothetical situation during his Wednesday press conference that ended with a question.   Let’s say it’s third-and-8, respected Athletic reporter David...

Commanders vs. Giants Wednesday injury report: Stefon Diggs unavailable

The Commanders injury is so long. Like, scroll down and check it out. Things are getting, well, extreme when it comes to player availability. The receiver corps has been hit, with the top pass...

Commanders' Jayden Daniels gets 'positive' news amid one requirement to play in Week 5

All signs are pointing towards Jayden Daniels coming back in Week 5.

Trey Amos’ long-awaited Commanders return puts Mike Sainristil on the clock

Trey Amos’ long-awaited return to Washington Commanders' practice puts fellow cornerback Mike Sainristil on the clock.

Commanders open three return windows as welcome roster squeeze takes shape

The Washington Commanders have opened the return window of Trey Amos, Deatrich Wise Jr., and Jeremy McNichols, whis could leave some on the outside looking in.

Dan Quinn: Marcus Mariota’s return expected sooner than later, no need for IR

The Washington Commanders are home from their international game in London against the Indianapolis Colts. They lost the game, and injuries to Marcus Mariota (MCL) and Jaylin Lane (ankle/IR)...

Trey Amos among three Washington Commanders opening practice windows

Commanders reinforcements are starting to come in. Cornerback Trey Amos, defensive lineman Deatrich Wise Jr. and running back Jeremy McNichols have had their 21-day practice window opened to...

Commanders roster news: Two signed to practice squad; QB gets workout

The Washington Commanders had two players from their practice squad poached this week. Unrafted free agent RB Robert Henry Jr. signed with the Seahawks, and veteran CB Terell Smith was signed by...

Commanders make risky quarterback call with everything riding on Jayden Daniels

The Washington Commanders are standing pat with their quarterback options, which means everything is riding on Jayden Daniels' return.

Brian Robinson Jr.’s big night makes Commanders trade look worse than it was

Veteran running back Brian Robinson Jr.’s big night makes the Washington Commanders' decision to trade him look worse than it was.

Giants’ looming J.J. McCarthy call could play straight into Commanders’ hands

The New York Giants are thinking about J.J. McCarthy starting in Week 5, which would play straight into the Washington Commanders' hands.

Commanders News: Does Washington have enough [healthy] QBs on the roster?

The Daily Slop – 7 October 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,...

Breaking down Commanders’ 2024 Day 2 draft failures and where the blame lies

Breaking down the Washington Commanders' failures on Day 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft and where the blame lies.

Predicting the Commanders' next five games after costly Colts loss in London

Predicting the Washington Commanders' next five games after their costly loss to the Indianapolis Colts in London.

Will Commanders fill open roster spot with an IR return? – All aTwitter

All aTwitter – 7 October 2026 We follow Twitter so you don’t have to The goal of All aTwitter is to give readers a detailed or quirky look, through the unique lens of Twitter, at the Commanders,...

Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Is there cause for concern with Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt?

The Commanders run game is a quandary.   The commitment to it is fine. Offensive coordinator David Blough continues to call for runs at an appropriate rate. The numbers look just sort of okay.  ...

Dan Quinn Hot Seat Meter: Commanders reach must-win territory after 1-3 start

Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn has already reached must-win territory after starting ths season 1-3.

NFL Power Rankings: Commanders return home to an uphill battle for their season

The Washington Commanders are 1-3 and the high from a win over last season’s Super Bowl winners quickly faded when Marcus Mariota went down with a knee injury that ended his London game in the 1st...

Future Hogs – Week 5: College football players who could help the Commanders

In last week’s article, I mentioned how Ole Miss went from signature win over LSU to huge lose to Florida. This past weekend, it was Florida turn to tumble down the rankings after a loss to...

Jayden Daniels’ return demands far more than Commanders' medical clearance

Quarterback Jayden Daniels' return demands far more than just medical clearance from the Washington Commanders.

How many games will Washington win in the next 4 weeks? – 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...

Commanders face Trey Amos decision as Dan Quinn deepens injury mystery

The Washington Commanders can now trigger cornerback Trey Amos' 21-day return window, but head coach Dan Quinn isn't yet ready to commit.

Ben Sinnott’s empty production leaves Commanders breakout talk in tatters

Washington Commanders tight end Ben Sinnott was expecting bigger things this season, but his early production has been underwhelming.

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