John Keim has been on the Redskins/Football Team/Commanders beat since the 1994 season. That means Keim has reported on head coaches Norv Turner, Terry Robiske, Marty Schottenheimer, Steve Spurrier, Joe Gibbs (2.0), Jim Zorn, Mike Shanahan, Jay Gruden, Bill Callahan, Ron Rivera and now Dan Quinn. The leading passers for those teams: Heath Shuler, Gus Frerotte, Trent Green, Brad … [Read more...] about Longtime Commanders’ reporter deliveres a huge one-liner about the team
Commanders are better at tight end but don’t forget Armani Rogers
When discussing Washington’s rebuilt tight end room, much of the discussion centers around veteran Zach Ertz and second-round pick Ben Sinnott. John Bates enters his fourth NFL season in 2024 but is used mainly for his outstanding blocking. Next is Cole Turner and Armani Rogers, both of whom are entering their third NFL season. Did you forget about Rogers? At this time last … [Read more...] about Commanders are better at tight end but don’t forget Armani Rogers
Commanders QB Jayden Daniels arrives before 6 a.m. every day joined by another rookie
Washington Commanders defensive tackle and team captain Jonathan Allen recently spoke about rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. When asked what impressed him the most, Allen said he prides himself on being the first to arrive at the team’s Ashburn facility every day. He’s not first anymore, as Daniels routinely beats him to the facility. Guard Nick Allegretti backed this up, … [Read more...] about Commanders QB Jayden Daniels arrives before 6 a.m. every day joined by another rookie
Commanders rookie OT Brandon Coleman working with the first-team offense
On the second day of the Washington Commanders’ minicamp, rookie Brandon Coleman worked with the first-team offense at left tackle. What does this mean? Well, nothing for now. When Washington opened minicamp on Tuesday, veteran Cornelius Lucas worked with the first team. Lucas is the presumed starter, but that’s not a given. Head coach Dan Quinn has stressed competition … [Read more...] about Commanders rookie OT Brandon Coleman working with the first-team offense
Sights and sounds from Day 2 of Commanders minicamp
The Washington Commanders are one day closer to training camp after Wednesday’s minicamp practice in Ashburn. It was more 11-on-11 work for Washington and quarterback Jayden Daniels. On Wednesday, the highlight of the day didn’t belong to Daniels or the offense. It was second-year defensive back Quan Martin. Daniels broke up a Marcus Mariota pass, tipped it in the air, and … [Read more...] about Sights and sounds from Day 2 of Commanders minicamp