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The Washington Commanders have Chase Young back at practice for the first time since the ACL tear that prematurely ended his 2021 season. Is the third year the charm for the former second overall pick to finally become a defensive force? And, what should we make of all the positive vibes surrounding Carson Wentz? Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by MGM National Harbor: The 2022 NBA Fin...

The Washington Commanders have Chase Young back at practice for the first time since the ACL tear that prematurely ended his 2021 season. Is the third year the charm for the former second overall pick to finally become a defensive force? And, what should we make of all the positive vibes surrounding Carson Wentz? Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by MGM National Harbor: The 2022 NBA Fin...

The Washington Commanders’ $100 million purchase of 200 acres of land near Woodbridge, Virginia, begs the question: Is that really a good place for an NFL stadium? If not, where should the Burgundy and Gold call home? Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by MGM National Harbor: George gives his impressions of Carson Wentz in his OTA debut for the Commanders in Ashburn and the WTOP Sports t...

Since winning the franchise’s first Stanley Cup title, the Washington Capitals have four straight first-round playoff exits. Is it time to tear down the aging, veteran team and rebuild, or is there still some championship tread left on the Caps’ proverbial tire? Our Caps insider Ben Raby weighs in. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by MGM National Harbor: Who is the best option for the...

Now that the full 2022 NFL schedule has been unveiled, we know exactly when and where Washington will embark on its first quest as the Commanders. Is the schedule, rated the league's easiest, conducive to making a real playoff run? Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by MGM National Harbor: The Capitals enter Game 6 of their first-round Stanley Cup Playoff series needing a win to stay ali...

The Washington Commanders added eight new players via the 2022 NFL Draft but are they the right picks to get the Burgundy and Gold back to playoff contention? See how the rest of the WTOP Sports team responds to Rob’s strong assertion about Ron Rivera’s third draft in Washington. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by MGM National Harbor: The Capitals are in the unfamiliar position of pos...

The Washington Commanders have a tough decision to make with the 11th overall pick Thursday night but the WTOP Sports team has the answer, adding which offensive players fit best in Burgundy and Gold and whether they're better options than the defensive players they discussed last week. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by MGM National Harbor: Rob's round-by-round NFL Draft blueprint fo...

As the 2022 NFL Draft approaches, the Washington Commanders have a wide variety of options for the No. 11 overall pick. This week, the WTOP Sports team focuses on which defensive players would fit in Burgundy and Gold, and next week, will break down the best offensive players to help Carson Wentz and company. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by MGM National Harbor: Seattle welcomed its...

Plus, Will Bradley Beal decide to stay in Washington? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The Washington Nationals begin the 2022 MLB season looking very different from the team that opened last season. Can the new-look Nats return to playoff contention or will this youth movement lead to some serious growing pains? Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by BetMGM: The 86th Masters begins Thursday morning with the unlikely sight of Tiger Woods teeing off just 14 months removed fr...

During the NFL owners meetings, Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera bemoaned the narrative that his team isn't an NFL destination. Our team weighs in on whether Rivera and the football operations should be penalized for the controversy swirling around ownership. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by BetMGM: The men's and women's NCAA basketball tournaments are down to the Final Four s...

Plus, can the Maryland women's team win it all? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

It's tournament time!!! Breaking down the brackets with Bracket Racket. Your guide to the NCAA Tournament See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Next week, we delve into Free agency. Also this week, we discusses the possibility of Rick Pitino coaching Maryland, the impact of Major League Baseball's ongoing labor issues and the Capitals' recent struggles. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Also, Should the #Wizards tank? What should be the #Commanders mascot? Lots going on this week inside The DC Sports Huddle See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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Plus, a serious discussion on the Brian Flores lawsuit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Plus, our picks for Championship Sunday and what in the world happened to the Wizards in the 35pt collapse? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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Also, what are the top storylines heading into the off season? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

And is the #WFT on the right track toward contention or was 2021 a major setback? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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Now that the COVID-ravaged Washington Football Team has dropped the first two games of their "NFC East gauntlet," the Burgundy and Gold desperately need a win in Dallas to keep their fading playoff hopes alive. Can Washington pull off a primetime Christmas miracle against the Cowboys? We'll tell you why it's a distinct possibility. Also inside the D.C. Sports Huddle presented by BetMGM: What Chris...

Injuries and COVID are the topics this week in Ashburn, how will Washington respond in Philadelphia against the Eagles? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .