Washington has multiple milestone anniversaries this week: Monday marked 40 years since John Riggins made 70 Chip a household term in the Burgundy and Gold’s first Super Bowl victory and…
As expected, Lamar Jackson was franchised tagged in Baltimore — but it was mildly surprising that the Ravens used the non-exclusive franchise tag, which gives the rest of the NFL the chance…
As expected, the Washington Commanders released Carson Wentz after only one disappointing season so the WTOP Sports team debates who should be the next veteran QB to don Burgundy and…
Following the Washington Commanders’ introduction of Eric Bieniemy as their new offensive coordinator Thursday, the WTOP Sports team assembled to discuss their impressions of the veteran coach, what he brings…
When the Washington Nationals host the Atlanta Braves Thursday, they’ll open a 2023 season considered the least-anticipated campaign in franchise history. Longtime baseball reporter and Nationals Radio Network host Craig…
The WTOP Sports team was impressed by Ed Cooley’s introductory press conference at Georgetown but can he meet the high expectations on the hilltop? Dave Preston, our resident AP Top 25…
Welcome to the madness of March! The WTOP Sports team breaks down the brackets for the men’s and women’s NCAA tournament, including Final Four predictions and how far to expect…
The Washington Commanders enter the 2023 NFL Draft with eight total selections, starting with the 16th overall pick Thursday night. The WTOP Sports team debates whether Washington should trade up,…
Just as we Huddled up, news broke of Dan Snyder agreeing to sell the Washington Commanders to Josh Harris. We discuss the timing of the announcement, some of the concerns…
A day after Angel Reese led LSU to its first NCAA basketball championship, her cousin Jordan Hawkins also represented Maryland well by helping UConn to the men’s title. This week,…
As we near the completion of the Washington Commanders’ long-anticipated change in ownership, the WTOP Sports team assembles to … well, assemble the perfect state-of-the-art stadium for the Burgundy and…
The Washington Wizards enter the 2023 NBA Draft with more questions than answers following Bradley Beal’s trade to Phoenix and Kyle Kuzma’s decision to enter free agency. Longtime NBA reporter…
The NBA Finals open Thursday night in Denver, as the Nuggets and Miami Heat battle for the Larry O’Brien Trophy. Will Denver’s long rest or Miami’s momentum win out? The…
Washington-based author Mike Richman joins the WTOP Sports team to discuss his book, George Allen: A Football Life, sharing tales of the Hall of Fame coach’s fascinating journey from Chicago…
As the Washington Commanders open their 2023 preseason, we break down the top storylines and competitions entering the exhibition slate and award “The Babe Laufenberg Trophy” to the player we…
From Cal Ripken’s Iron Man Streak to Tom Brady’s … well, everything — which records in pro sports can be safely deemed unbreakable? The WTOP Sports team mulls over which…
The Washington Commanders won a rollercoaster game in Denver after eeking out a victory over the Cardinals but can the Burgundy and Gold get the better of the Buffalo Bills?…
The Washington Commanders’ mistake-laden victory over the Cardinals kept the team undefeated in the Josh Harris era but it raised plenty of questions entering their first road contest in Denver….
As the Washington Commanders approach opening day at FedEx Field, the WTOP Sports team breaks down the matchup with the Arizona Cardinals and get on record for what the Burgundy…
The Washington Commanders continue to watch their quarterback take sacks at a record rate. Is there a move to be made at the Oct. 31 trade deadline to fix this…
The Washington Commanders have allowed the most sacks in the NFL. The New York Giants pass rush has generated a league-worst five sacks in six games. Something’s got to give…
The Washington Commanders took a beating from the Bears and the defense is regressing. The WTOP Sports team breaks down what it means for coach Ron Rivera’s chances to remain…
The Washington Commanders were beaten soundly by Buffalo, largely because of Sam Howell’s historically inept outing. Was this just a bad matchup for the Burgundy and Gold or a warning…
At the season’s midway point, the Washington Commanders are 4-5 entering Sunday’s crucial game in Seattle. The WTOP Sports team breaks down the must-win matchup with the Seahawks, whether the…
The Washington Commanders were at the center of the NFL trade deadline, dealing away former first-round edge rushers Chase Young and Montez Sweat to jump start an obvious rebuild coming…
As the Washington Commanders emerge from their bye week with little left to play for, the WTOP Sports team poses the question: Could Mike Tomlin be the next head coach…
Ron Rivera needed a strong season to remain head coach in Washington but the Commanders are reeling from two blowout losses to division opponents in the same calendar week and…
Are you frustrated with the Washington Commanders’ 4-6 start to the season? Sick and tired of what Rob Woodfork calls “the treadmill of mediocrity?” Well, the WTOP Sports team discusses…
The Washington Commanders fired Ron Rivera after a four-year tenure in which he had no winning seasons. The WTOP Sports team ranks the best and worst of the Rivera era…
From the change in Commanders ownership to the potential move for the Wizards and Capitals (and everything in between), the WTOP Sports team recalls the top sports stories of the…
After the Washington Commanders’ latest loss in L.A., the Burgundy and Gold make one more road trip to face the New York Jets in a meeting of teams eliminated from…
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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…
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…
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The Washington Commanders are reportedly hiring Dan Quinn to fill the NFL’s last head coaching vacancy of the 2024 offseason. With interviewees Raheem Morris (Atlanta) and Mike Macdonald (Seattle) elsewhere…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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:…
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….
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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”…