Working in his seventh NFL training camp, Daron Payne really likes the up-tempo defense Dan Quinn is instructing. “We are really working on just flying around and getting to the ball, hunting. That’s the main emphasis right now, just you want everybody hunting,” Payne told the media Sunday, following practice. Payne has been very dependable for Washington, missing games only … [Read more...] about Daron Payne says Commanders defense is hunting
Commanders RT Andrew Wylie dealing with ‘tightness’ early in training camp
It was surprising that the Washington Commanders were running with rookie Brandon Coleman and veteran Cornelius Lucas at the offensive tackle positions early in training camp. Andrew Wylie, Washington’s starter at right tackle last season, is expected to start there again in 2024. Head coach Dan Quinn hasn’t mentioned an injury to Wylie at any point in his pre-practice press … [Read more...] about Commanders RT Andrew Wylie dealing with ‘tightness’ early in training camp
Another Commander is glad a new OC is in town
Another member of the Commanders offense is happy to see Kliff Kingsbury as the new offensive coordinator. Earlier Thursday, Sam Cosmi spoke out very strongly about his fervent disagreement with Eric Bieniemy’s approach in 2023. “I think we were last in the league for attempts in rushing, and then one of the highest in passing (attempts), and you saw where that got us…” Friday, … [Read more...] about Another Commander is glad a new OC is in town
WATCH: Commanders QB Jayden Daniels showing off his speed
Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels won the Heisman Trophy in 2023 because he passed for almost 4,000 yards with 40 touchdowns and only four interceptions. But Daniels was so outstanding as a passer in his final collegiate season at LSU that it was sometimes easy to overlook his brilliance as a runner. Daniels rushed for 1,134 yards and 10 touchdowns last … [Read more...] about WATCH: Commanders QB Jayden Daniels showing off his speed
London Fletcher loves what Bobby Wagner brings to Commanders
“Man, you talk about instant credibility.” That is how London Fletcher responded this week, when asked on what he thinks Bobby Wagner brings to the Commanders. Wagner played his college ball at Utah State and has been a six-time All-Pro and nine-time Pro Bowler. It is no secret among Commanders nation (I’m still having trouble saying Commanders) that the linebacker play in … [Read more...] about London Fletcher loves what Bobby Wagner brings to Commanders