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The Detroit Lions defeated the Washington Commanders 17-13 on Saturday afternoon in their second preseason game of 2026. Obviously, the final score of the game matters little, but there were certainly developments during the game that were positive and negative. We’ll cover plenty of both over the next few days as we break down the […]
The Detroit Lions are intent on getting back to the form they showed in 2024 when they won the NFC North title and were the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoff structure. They were favored to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl last year, but injuries and inconsistency prevented that from happening. The […] The post Lions’ Dan Campbell’s feeling ‘pretty good’ about RB depth after beating Commanders appeared first on ClutchPoints .
After DFAing multiple former All-Star pitchers during the month of August, the Washington Nationals have added to their pitching staff by claiming former Toronto Blue Jays knuckleball pitcher Matt Waldron off waivers. Nationals reporter Spencer Nusbaum of The Athletic reports that Washington claimed Waldron off waivers. To make room, the Nationals placed pitching prospect Connelly […] The post Nationals’ adds knuckleball pitcher with latest roster move appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Detroit Lions held off the Washington Commanders 17–13 in Preseason Week 2 on August 22, 2026. Lions outgained the Commanders, 267 total yards to 243.
The Washington Capitals are in contract negotiations with Ryan Leonard, and the team is hoping that they can get a deal done before he becomes a restricted free agent after this season. Leonard is in the final year of his entry-level contract, and the Capitals want to make sure he’s still one of the key […] The post Capitals GM provides Ryan Leonard contract update appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Jayden Daniels got some preseason action in Saturday’s game at Detroit. Keyword: Some. The Commanders went three-and-out on their opening offensive series, with an incomplete check down pass, a sack on playaction and a handoff on third-and-a-country-mile. The drive was lightning quick, but it didn’t prompt head coach Dan Quinn to trot […]
Dan Campbell provided injury updates on Cedrick Wilson Jr. and Sione Vaki after the Lions' preseason victory over Washington.
The Raiders announced on Saturday that they have placed CB Chigozie Anusiem on injured reserve. Anusiem was carted off with a knee injury in Thursday’s preseason game. Anusiem, 25, signed on with the Commanders as an undrafted free agent out of Colorado State following the 2024 NFL Draft. He was waived coming out of the preseason […] The post Raiders Placed CB Chigozie Anusiem On IR appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Nationals announced that right-hander Matt Waldron was claimed off waivers from the Blue Jays. Connelly Early was moved from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL in the corresponding roster move. It’s the second time in under a month that Waldron has changed teams via the waiver wire. The Padres designated the knuckleballer […]
Whether it’s the playoffs, regular season or preseason, Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell will never turn down a win.
BOX SCORE Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said a solid number of starters would play Saturday’s preseason game against the Detroit Lions. He was a man of his word in that regard. The Commanders deemed just 15 players inactive, and most all of them were hurt. Running back Bill Croskey-Merritt was the only healthy […]
Josh Dobbs bounced back from two early turnovers with a 50-yard touchdown run against Washington, aided by a huge block from Tay Martin.
Former Lions cornerback Amik Robertson wasted no time making his presence felt in his return to Ford Field. Robertson strip-sacked Josh Dobbs on Detroit's second offensive play, and Washington recovered in the end zone for a touchdown.
Commanders Commanders OT Brandon Coleman is entering the third year of his career after being a third-round pick in 2023 and is set to be the team’s new left tackle. Washington OC David Blough said Coleman has “demonstrated everything” they need for him to be their left tackle. “His speed, athleticism just flashes every time […] The post NFC Notes: Abdul Carter, Dak Prescott, Commanders, Cowboys, Giants appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Detroit Lions offense has most of the hype going into 2026, but it’s been their defense that has put up the best performances in the preseason. On Saturday afternoon, the Lions defense held the Washington Commanders to just six points and 35 rushing yards. On offense, it was a more mixed performance, but the […]
Detroit's second preseason game could answer several questions that actually matter for Week 1. Center, backup quarterback, weak-side linebacker, nickel corner and the back end of the receiver room are all worth watching closely.
The Washington Commanders are going to give their starters some snaps during the team’s preseason game with the Detroit Lions on Saturday. Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will play, as will wideouts Stefon Diggs and Terry McLaurin. The news was reported by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Washington added Diggs this offseason, to give Daniels another weapon […] The post Commanders stars Jayden Daniels, Terry McLaurin, Stefon Diggs will play vs. Lions appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Detroit Lions’ preseason schedule officially hits the midway point on Saturday afternoon when they welcome the Washington Commanders to Ford Field for a 12 p.m. ET kickoff. Both team are expected to play some starters, but it’s not clear which ones. We know the Lions will not be starting quarterback Jared Goff, giving veteran […]
UPDATE: Quarterback Jayden Daniels started Saturday’s preseason game against the Detroit Lions, but he didn’t stick around long. He orchestrated the opening series for the Commanders, a three-and-out where he threw an incomplete pass towards running back Kaytron Allen, got sacked after pass protection broke down and then handed the ball off. That was the […]
There’s just over a week until the Detroit Lions—and every other NFL team—must cut their roster down to 53 players. That makes Saturday afternoon’s preseason game between the Lions and Washington Commanders an important one. For many, this will be one of the final chances to not only impress their own team, but put out […]
Ahead of every Detroit Lions game in 2026, we will provide readers with an updated depth chart of the team’s roster based on what we are seeing at practices, with this installment representing where we believe the Lions roster sits heading into preseason Game 2 against the Washington Commanders. In the Lions first presesason game against the […]
The Detroit Lions host the Washington Commanders at Ford Field in Week 2 of the 2026 NFL preseason. Washington is coming off a win over Miami, while Detroit looks to rebound from its opening loss. Here is how to watch in the USA. Match Summary Match Detroit Lions vs Washington Commanders Tournament NFL Preseason Date Saturday, August 22, 2026 Time 12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT TV Channels – Live Stream Fubo , NFL+ How to watch Lions vs Commanders in the USA Fubo and NFL+ are the options...
The Detroit Lions hit the midway point in the preseason on Saturday morning with their second of three preseason games. The Washington Commanders are in town for the first time since REDACTED. The stakes will be much lower than that previous matchup, but that doesn’t mean there will be no stakes. Jobs could be on […]
The Daily Slop – 22 August 2026 Editor’s note: Each day, Hogs Haven compiles a collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, with a sprinkling of other stuff. Enjoy! Commanders links Articles Commanders.com Mailbag: Soft […]
The Wizards have accumulated such a deep roster that despite the talents of Cam Whitmore, he couldn't stick around.