As sports betting booms, pick sellers promise can’t-miss riches

In an era of legalized sports betting, and with a direct pipeline to potential customers on social media, pick sellers are no longer confined to the margins.

By Danny FuntMarch 29, 2023

Aaron Hernandez’s brother arrested after allegedly throwing brick at ESPN

Dennis John “D.J.” Hernandez was said to have criticized ESPN and other media platforms for the effect they have had “on all family members.”

By Des BielerMarch 29, 2023

Josh Harris, Steve Apostolopoulos groups submit formal bids on Commanders

Harris group's bid, which includes Mitchell Rales and Magic Johnson as investors, is worth about $6 billion, according to one person.

By Mark Maske, Nicki Jhabvala and Liz ClarkeMarch 28, 2023

Jim Irsay hopes Daniel Snyder will proceed with ‘normal’ sale of Commanders

On the second day of the NFL's annual meeting, the Colts owner says he sees no reason to consider "any sort of unusual indemnification."

By Mark Maske and Nicki JhabvalaMarch 27, 2023

As Aaron Rodgers trade saga drags on, Jets feel ‘no hurry’

According to Coach Robert Saleh, Rodgers's familiarity with the Jets' offense should help ease the transition if and when the Packers trade him.

By Sam FortierMarch 27, 2023

Ron Rivera discusses Commanders’ QBs, ownership uncertainty at NFL meetings

Here’s what Rivera and General Manager Martin Mayhew said this week about the team's plan at quarterback and other moves that could shape its future.

By Nicki Jhabvala and Sam FortierMarch 28, 2023

Commanders’ potential sale comes amid plummeting popularity, poll finds

Fifteen percent of Washington-area residents call the Commanders their favorite professional sports team, compared with 31 percent in 2010.

By Rick Maese and Scott ClementMarch 28, 2023

Lamar Jackson announces he has requested a trade from the Ravens

The former league MVP has been unable to agree to a long-term contract with the Ravens, who used their nonexclusive franchise-player tag on him.

By Nicki Jhabvala and Mark MaskeMarch 27, 2023

Daniel Snyder has declined to be interviewed in NFL’s investigation

Washington Commanders owner has declined to participate in the investigation being led by Mary Jo White, who is expected to make at least one more attempt.

By Mark Maske, Nicki Jhabvala and Liz ClarkeMarch 27, 2023

The NFL draft is heavy on cornerback talent. Will the Commanders capitalize?

The Commanders appear likely to pick a guard, tackle or cornerback in the first round — and cornerback might make the most sense.

By Sam FortierMarch 25, 2023

NFL owners to consider Roger Goodell extension, Thursday night scheduling

Owners also will consider a list of rule-change proposals during the three-day annual league meeting that begins Sunday in Phoenix.

By Mark MaskeMarch 25, 2023

NFL owners pause removal talk, await Daniel Snyder’s next moves

Other team owners are taking a wait-and-see approach regarding potential sale, indemnification request and the league's ongoing investigation, two people say.

By Mark Maske, Nicki Jhabvala and Liz ClarkeMarch 24, 2023

NFL warns teams not to negotiate with noncertified agent for Lamar Jackson

The oddity of the free agency of the former league MVP continues, after the Ravens used their nonexclusive franchise-player tag on Jackson.

By Mark MaskeMarch 23, 2023

Shuffling wideouts, Jets sign Mecole Hardman and trade Elijah Moore

New York, still expected to eventually land Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in a trade, reportedly packaged Moore and a third-round pick for a second-rounder.

By Des BielerMarch 22, 2023

Canadian businessman Steve Apostolopoulos has toured Commanders’ facilities

He joins a group of potential buyers that includes Josh Harris, Tilman Fertitta and Jeff Bezos.

By Nicki Jhabvala, Mark Maske and Liz ClarkeMarch 22, 2023

How one cognitive test could help NFL teams find the next elite quarterback

With a computer test, S2 Cognition attempts to measure an athlete's cognitive performance. In the NFL, it has become an indispensable tool for evaluating quarterbacks.

By Nicki JhabvalaMarch 21, 2023

Magic Johnson joins Josh Harris’s bid to purchase Commanders

With the NFL's annual meeting set to begin Sunday, the former NBA great joins an investment group led by owner of the 76ers and Devils.

By Nicki Jhabvala, Mark Maske and Liz ClarkeMarch 21, 2023
NFLAnalysis

The first pick of the NFL draft will be a quarterback. But which one?

How far will Jalen Carter slide, what's going on with Lamar Jackson, and more notes from around the NFL.

By Jason La CanforaMarch 21, 2023

NFL owners likely to approve another Roger Goodell contract extension

Goodell's latest extension is expected to run until the spring of 2027, just after his 68th birthday.

By Mark MaskeMarch 20, 2023

Highlights from NFL free agency: Aaron Rodgers states his intentions

Deals between NFL players and teams agreed to during the legal tampering period became official after 4 p.m. Wednesday. Find all the highlights here.

By Mark Maske, Adam Kilgore, Sam Fortier, Nicki Jhabvala and Des BielerMarch 15, 2023
NFLPerspective

Aaron Rodgers with the New York Jets? What could possibly go wrong?

The four-time NFL MVP, a great player with diminishing reliability, is headed to a team where good intentions go to die.

By Jerry BrewerMarch 15, 2023

Commanders sign Jacoby Brissett, adding quarterback depth

Brissett will compete for the Commanders’ starting job with second-year quarterback Sam Howell.

By Nicki JhabvalaMarch 15, 2023