Former Washington quarterback dies at age 84, according to NFL Tracker…
The Washington Commanders, like the rest of the NFL, are making moves as they navigate a season filled with ups and downs, news and views…
JAN 16: NORM SNEAD DIES AT 84 The NFL community is mourning the loss of former Washington quarterback Norm Snead, who died on Sunday at the age of 84.
Snead was picked second overall by Washington in the 1961 NFL Draft and spent three seasons with the team, including two Pro Bowl appearances.
Snead also played with the Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants, and San Francisco 49ers before retiring in 1977.
JAN 16: NORM SNEAD DIES AT 84 The NFL community is mourning the loss of former Washington quarterback Norm Snead, who died on Sunday at the age of 84.
Snead was picked second overall by Washington in the 1961 NFL Draft and spent three seasons with the team, including two Pro Bowl appearances.
Snead also played with the Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants, and San Francisco 49ers before retiring in 1977.
Williams, who won the 2022 Heisman Trophy, tossed 10,082 yards, 93 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions during his college career. He was also powerful on the ground, rushing for 979 yards and 27 touchdowns.
Williams has been a frequent choice for the Commanders in mock selections. With Washington with the No. 2 overall pick and a new system in place, the former Oklahoma and USC quarterback is expected to be near or at the top of its draft board and should receive substantial consideration on April 25 in Detroit.
JAN 15 GM ADAM PETERS SIGNS 5-YEAR DEAL WITH THE COMMANDERS After the Washington Commanders hired Adam Peters as the head of football operations on Friday, details of the deal they’re working on have been revealed.
ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler reported that the Commanders and Peters have agreed to a five-year deal, which should be signed in the coming days. Once completed, Peters will manage the Commanders’ search for their next head coach.
Peters previously served as the San Francisco 49ers’ associate general manager.
JAN 12 COMMANDERS HIRING ADAM PETERS AS GM The Washington Commanders have made their first important hire under Josh Harris’ ownership. ESPN’s Adam Schefter claimed that the Commanders are hiring Adam Peters as their chief of football operations.
Peters previously served as the San Francisco 49ers’ associate general manager. Peters had been with the 49ers since 2017, working his way up to assistant general manager in 2021. Prior to joining San Francisco, Peters played for the New England Patriots (2003-2008) and the Denver Broncos (2009-2016).
Peters was a finalist alongside Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham.
Between his prior locations, Peters was a member of three Super Bowl-winning teams. He will now be tasked with hiring a head coach as the first step toward rebuilding the Commanders.
JAN 11 COMMANDERS REPORT OUT ON BILL BELICHICK Bill Belichick, one of the finest coaches in NFL history, is available, but the Washington Commanders are apparently not interested.
Bleacher Report’s Jordan Schultz said that the Commanders will not pursue Belichick after he left the New England Patriots on Wednesday. Belichick won six Super Bowls with New England and is ranked second all-time in wins.
While asking about Belichick would have made sense, the idea of Washington hiring him during a possibly lengthy rebuild never made sense. Belichick, 71, is much more likely to be interested in a squad that is prepared to win next season.
The Commanders are still looking for a head of football operations, and the search has been whittled down to two finalists: San Francisco 49ers associate general manager Adam Peters and Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham.
JAN 11 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED FOR COMMANDERS’ HEAD OF FOOTBALL OPS On Monday, Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris stated that the hunt for a head of football operations would be ‘quick but thorough’.
Three days later, his search has been reduced to two.
According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, the Commanders are down to two candidates: San Francisco 49ers associate general manager Adam Peters and Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham. The final interviews should happen in the following days.
Peters has been the 49ers’ deputy general manager since 2021 and has been with the team since 2017. He was previously with the New England Patriots (2003–2008) and the Denver Broncos (2009–2016). Cunningham previously worked with the Baltimore Ravens (2008-2017) and the Philadelphia Eagles (2017-2021) before joining the Chicago Bears as assistant general manager in 2022.
JAN 9 COWBOYS’ DAN QUINN TO COMMANDERS? The Washington Commanders are looking towards a division rival to potentially fill their next coaching vacancy.
According to The Athletic’s Ben Standig, the Commanders are requesting an interview for Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn.
Here’s a list of personnel receiving interview requests from the team is rapidly growing. That *list currently includes:
JAN 3: HOWELL STARTS FINALE The Washington Commanders will give Sam Howell his 18th consecutive start against the Dallas Cowboys.
Howell was benched last week in favor of Jacoby Brissett, but an injury to the veteran forced the team to return to its second-year player.
On Sunday, the Commanders will host the Cowboys at 4:25 p.m. ET.
DEC 31 NINERS WIN, CLOSES NFC BYE The San Francisco 49ers can now take a break or two.
After defeating the Washington Commanders 27-10 on Sunday following the Philadelphia Eagles’ loss to the Arizona Cardinals, the Niners have secured the top spot in the NFC playoffs.
Depending on the results of Week 18, the No. 2 seed will be either the Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, or Philadelphia Eagles.
DEC 24 CROWD FUMBLE The Washington Commanders’ struggles continue against the New York Jets.
Former Jets receiver Jamison Crowder, who has been returning punts for the Commanders this season, appeared to be on track for a successful return. However, he fumbles the ball unharmed as it goes into the air.
Here’s a look at the unusual blunder…
DEC 22 JETS’ SIEMIAN WILL START VS. COMMANDERS This weekend, the New York Jets will be riding with a new quarterback against the Washington Commanders.
Trevor Siemian will start for the Jets on Sunday while Zach Wilson remains in concussion protocol.
Kickoff is set at 1 p.m. ET.
DEC 18 COWBOYS TV BEATS COMMANDERS IN D.C. Football fans in Washington, D.C. aren’t happy with the Commanders’ 4-10 record, and it appears their attention has shifted elsewhere.
According to NBC Sports Washington reporter JP Finlay, the Dallas Cowboys’ game against the Buffalo Bills on FOX got more viewers than the Commanders’ game on CBS in the Washington metropolitan region.
Sure, the Cowboys and Bills had more postseason implications, but if the Commanders want to turn their club around, they must generate more buzz within their own organization.
DEC 17: SAMUEL TD VS. RAMS The Washington Commanders have scored against the Los Angeles Rams after Sam Howell delivered a 19-yard touchdown pass to receiver Curtis Samuel.
Here’s a look at the play.
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