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According to NFL analyst Warren Sharp, the Washington Commanders had the best 2026 NFL Draft. Hear his reasoning for the Burgundy and Gold's high marks in his advanced metric, and how Adam Peters' presence has led to both the Commanders' surge and the 49ers' plummet in it. Also inside the DC Sports Huddle: Longtime Commanders reporter David Aldridge of The Athletic gives his thoughts on Washington...

Don't call it a comeback! For the first time in nearly a year, the WTOP Sports team Huddles up to discuss the Commanders' big decision at No. 7 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday night: Trade back for more draft picks or select the best player available? Our resident AP Top 25 voter, Dave Preston, helps us delve deep into which players could be late-round gems for a Burgundy and Gold turnar...

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 on their free agent agenda? What are some of the NFL's most impactful moves league-...

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 game in a generation. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle: Is Jayde...

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 1991 and where a win in Detroit would rank all-time. Also inside the D.C. Spo...

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 Burgundy and Gold can continue this magic carpet ride. Also inside the D.C....

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 D.C. Sports Huddle: Our sports team touches on a potpourri of topics, including Bill Belic...

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. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle: Th...

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 the grueling Keystone Two-Step — hosting 6-2 Pittsburgh be...

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. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle: A whopping 67 years after Jim Brown won MVP...

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 matchup with the Chicago Bears, with or without him. Also inside the D...

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 could make the Commanders a true contender! Also inside t...

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 Sports team discusses and breakdown the highly...

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 with the Cleveland Browns in Landover on Sunday. Also...

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 Commanders' matchup with the Ca...

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 and the Bengals in Cincinnati on Monday night. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddl...

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 whether Washington's kicker carousel will stop with the...

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 enjoy this especially.) Also inside the D.C. Sports Hu...

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 Huddle: Whyno, who also covers the Washington Commanders for AP, s...

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 D.C. Sports Huddle: USA Today columnist and comment...

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 voting process, what can be done to improve it. Huddle up with WTOP Senior Content Pr...

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 glory years to Heath Shuler, come for the fun conversation and stay fo...

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 was as an injury-riddled MVP center. James delves into his inspiration for the docuseries,...

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 Valhalla? Our guys break down the field and whether Ti...

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 first round for another blue chip prospect.  Also inside the D.C...