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Live updates: Cowboys lead Commanders 7-0 in 1st quarter of week 18 finale

The Dallas Cowboys lead the NFC East and can clinch the division crown with a win over the Washington Commanders.

If the Cowboys lose, the Philadelphia Eagles can win the division if they beat the New York Giants. [ more ]

Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Jimmy Johnson on FOX NFL Pregame: The Cowboys will win the NFC East

The Dallas Cowboys have a chance to clinch the division in their final regular season game against the Washington Commanders.

Ex-Cowboys coach Jimmy Johnson predicts that the Cowboys will win the game and clinch the NFC East division. [ more ]

Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Dallas Cowboys LG Tyler Smith (foot), RG Zack Martin (illness) ruled out vs. Washington

The Dallas Cowboys will face the Washington Commanders in a must-win game for the NFC East title without starting guards Tyler Smith and Zack Martin.

The Cowboys would clinch the NFC East title and the No. 2 seed in the NFC East playoffs with a win against the Commanders. [ more ]

Hogs Haven

Eric Bieniemy Presser: Sam Howell has worked his tail off, and I want to see him finish on a high note

Eric Bieniemy may be leaving his role as Offensive Coordinator/Assistant Head Coach for the Washington Commanders.

Sam Howell will be starting again this week after being benched and then unbenched last week. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Cowboys face Howell-led Washington for division

The Dallas Cowboys need to beat the Washington Commanders to clinch the NFC East.

Quarterback Sam Howell leads the NFL with 19 interceptions and has been sacked a league-high 61 times. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

Commanders to start Sam Howell on Sunday against 49ers

Sam Howell will start as quarterback for the Washington Commanders against the San Francisco 49ers due to Jacoby Brissett's hamstring injury.

Howell has started all 15 games for Washington this season, but will face a tough challenge against the 49ers' interception-leading defense. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Report: Howell expected to start vs. 49ers with Brissett injured

Washington Commanders will start Sam Howell at quarterback against the 49ers due to Jacoby Brissett's hamstring injury.

Howell has been benched in the Commanders' previous two losses while Brissett has provided a spark off the bench. [ more ]

ESPN.com

National Football League

Commanders QB Brissett (hammy) questionable

Sam Howell may start as quarterback for the Washington Commanders due to Jacoby Brissett's hamstring injury

Brissett has been performing well as a starter in the last two games [ more ]

The Athletic

49ers lock up No. 1 seed in NFC postseason

The San Francisco 49ers secured the No. 1 seed in the NFC with a win against the Washington Commanders and the Philadelphia Eagles' loss to the Arizona Cardinals.

49ers quarterback Brock Purdy had a strong performance, throwing for 230 yards and two touchdowns, and breaking the franchise's single-season passing record. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Why 49ers' win over Commanders was full-circle moment for Williams

Trent Williams, the left tackle for the San Francisco 49ers, had a victorious return to FedExField, the home stadium of his former team, the Washington Commanders.

Williams attributes his success to his layoff and battle with cancer, which rejuvenated him and allowed him to bet on himself and join a new organization.

The 49ers secured the No. 1 playoff seed in the NFC, giving Williams his first top seed in his 14-season career. [ more ]

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ESPN.com

Cowboys guard Smith has full plantar fascia tear

Dallas Cowboys left guard Tyler Smith suffered a full tear of his plantar fascia in his left foot

There is a chance he could play in the regular-season finale against the Washington Commanders next week [ more ]

Hogs Haven

The Washington Commanders get blown out by the Dallas Cowboys 38-10

The Washington Commanders lost to the Dallas Cowboys and ended the season with a 4-13 record.

The Commanders will have the 2nd overall pick in this year's draft and are expected to make significant changes to their coaching staff and front office. [ more ]

Hogs Haven

NFL Week 18: Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys 4th Quarter

The Washington Commanders are currently 4-12 after losing to the San Francisco 49ers.

They will be hosting the Dallas Cowboys for their season finale as 13 1/2-point underdogs. [ more ]

Hogs Haven

NFL Week 18: Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys 3rd Quarter

The Washington Commanders are 4-12 after their loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

The Commanders will host the Dallas Cowboys for their season finale. [ more ]

Hogs Haven

NFL Week 18: Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys 2nd Quarter

The Washington Commanders are currently 4-12 after losing to the San Francisco 49ers.

They will be facing the Dallas Cowboys in their season finale as 13 1/2-point home underdogs. [ more ]

Hogs Haven

NFL Week 18: Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys 1st Quarter

The Washington Commanders are 4-12 after losing to the San Francisco 49ers.

They are home again this week and will be hosting the Dallas Cowboys for the season finale. [ more ]

Hogs Haven

Commanders vs. Cowboys: How to watch, game time, TV schedule, streaming and more

The Washington Commanders are 4-12 after losing to the San Francisco 49ers.

The Commanders are home this week and will be hosting the Dallas Cowboys for the season finale. [ more ]

Boston.com

New England Patriots

Conflicting reports about Commanders' interest in hiring Bill Belichick have surfaced

Bill Belichick's future with the Patriots is uncertain and there will be a meeting to determine his future.

The Washington Commanders have conflicting reports on their interest in hiring Belichick. [ more ]

The Athletic

49ers minutia minute: Offensive line dominated, Christian McCaffrey injury minor

The San Francisco 49ers dominated the game on the ground, running the ball 39 times for 184 yards and controlling the clock for 38:13.

Brock Purdy, the 49ers quarterback, showed off his agility and avoided being sacked or hit by the Washington Commanders defense. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Why 49ers' impressive team culture inspires Commanders' McLaurin

Washington wide receiver Terry McLaurin admires the winning culture and success of the San Francisco 49ers.

McLaurin hopes to one day play for a team with a similar culture and sustained success. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

Terry McLaurin on 49ers: I hope to be part of something like that in my career

Sunday's game at FedEx Field featured two teams going in very different directions.

Sactown Sports

49ers dominate Commanders on the road; Clinch No.1 seed with Eagles loss

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Washington Commanders, 27-10, on the road.

The 49ers' offense got off to a strong start, with quarterback Brock Purdy and running back Christian McCaffrey leading the way. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

49ers Notebook: Once a Washington standout, Trent Williams now sees himself as a Niner; Christian McCaffrey's Milestone; Deebo Samuel's unique MVP vote

The San Francisco 49ers had a triumphant win against the Washington Commanders, securing the number one overall seed in the NFC Playoffs.

Left tackle Trent Williams faced his former team for the first time and reflected on his present and future after the game. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

Commanders to start Sam Howell on Sunday against 49ers

The Washington Commanders are reportedly starting Sam Howell at quarterback on Sunday when they face the San Francisco 49ers, according to Aaron Wilson.Wilson covers the NFL for the Houston Chronicle.

Pro Football Rumors

Chicago Bears

Updated 2024 NFL Draft Order

The Chicago Bears will have the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft for a second consecutive year.

The Washington Commanders hold the No. 2 pick in the draft, and they may be interested in a QB investment. [ more ]

ESPN.com

Questions linger for 'battle-tested' Cowboys ahead of playoffs

Todd Archer, ESPN Staff WriterJan 1, 2024, 06:00 AM ET Close Todd Archer is an NFL reporter at ESPN and covers the Dallas Cowboys.Archer has covered the NFL since 1997 and Dallas since 2003.

Hogs Haven

What are the odds? Washington Commanders are huge home underdogs against the Dallas Cowboys

The Washington Commanders lost 27-10 and fell to a 4-12 record.

Sam Howell started at QB but had two interceptions and no points in the second half. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

4 burning questions the 49ers must answer in Washington

The San Francisco 49ers need to win their remaining two games to secure home-field advantage and a bye week in the playoffs.

The 49ers face the Washington Commanders in an early start game on the East Coast, which could pose a challenge. [ more ]

The Athletic

The 49ers aim to make game at Washington their last true road trip of the season

The 49ers are reminiscing on their 2019 game against Washington, which they won 9-0 under torrential downpour.

The 49ers' offense has evolved since then and they are now returning to Washington as big favorites. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

49ers' Keys to Victory in Taking Command in Washington

The San Francisco 49ers need to win their game against the Washington Commanders in order to remain in first place and keep their hopes alive for the top seed in the NFC.

The 49ers should focus on a balanced offensive attack against the Commanders' weak defense and take advantage of their struggling secondary in the passing game. [ more ]

ESPN.com

National Football League

Howell to start despite benching as Brissett out

John Keim, ESPN Staff WriterDec 31, 2023, 11:24 AM ET Close John Keim covers the Washington Commanders for ESPN.He joined ESPN in 2013 after a stint with the Washington Post.

ESPN.com

'Motivated' Chase Young makes return to Washington with 49ers

Chase Young's second season with the Washington Commanders was derailed by a knee injury, leading to his trade to the San Francisco 49ers.

The Commanders' decision to trade Young was due to their reluctance to commit to him long-term and their frustration with his fit in their system. [ more ]

49ers Webzone

Commanders to start Jacoby Brissett against 49ers

Washington Commanders will start Jacoby Brissett as quarterback against the San Francisco 49ers

Brissett led three scoring drives in a loss to the New York Jets [ more ]

49ers Webzone

49ers vs. Commanders: How to watch, stream, and listen to the Week 17 matchup

The San Francisco 49ers head to Washington D.C. for their last road trip of the 2023 regular season as they take on the Commanders at FedExField.

The Athletic

Chase Young's return with 49ers a reminder of all that's gone wrong for Commanders

SANTA CLARA, Calif. - Five minutes after Chase Young was traded to the San Francisco 49ers on Oct. 31, his phone rang.He recognized the South Florida area code and picked up right away.

49ers Webzone