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OC Mike Kafka on facing Daron Payne, Jonathan Allen Offensive Coordinator Mike Kafka speaks to the media before Thursday's practice.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • GIANTS.COM

Commanders Signing Daron Payne This Offseason? 'Hope' Isn't Enough The Washington Commanders haven’t pulled the trigger on a contract for Daron Payne. But will they regret that in the offseason?

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Despite tie vs. Giants, Taylor Heinicke, Commanders still control their destiny

After the Commanders started 1-4, things are pretty good heading into their bye. Here's why they're in good shape to make the playoffs.

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Commanders Signing Daron Payne? Washington 'Hope' Isn't Enough The Washington Commanders haven’t pulled the trigger on a contract. But Daron Payne nevertheless keeps doing the right things.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

With Jonathan Allen and Daron Payne, Commanders may have NFL's best DT duo Allen and Payne have taken a leap this year for the Commanders and are widely regarded as one of the best, if not the best, defensive tackle...

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Commanders go for 4th straight win against skidding Giants

The Washington Commanders and New York Giants are going to be doing something few expected in their first meeting of the season

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

'Man on a mission': Inside Daron Payne's contract-year breakout (and a DT market set to explode) Payne is boosting his stock at the perfect time, as many around the league expect the defensive tackle market to erupt this offseason.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Falcons not as fortunate in one-possession games this season

Following a 19-13 loss at Washington, the Atlanta Falcons are 4-5 in one-possession games after going 7-2 in such situations last year

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Commanders run game lets Heinicke be himself and win games

Taylor Heinicke was his usual self in making some great passes and throwing an inexplicable interception in the Washington Commanders' victory against Atlanta

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Commanders outrun Falcons, intercept Mariota in 19-13 win

Taylor Heinicke threw for two touchdown passes in a run-heavy game in the rain to help the Washington Commanders beat the Atlanta Falcons 19-13 for their fifth win in six games sin...

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Falcons, Commanders meet in game with playoff implications

The Atlanta Falcons and Washington Commanders are meeting after Thanksgiving in a meaningful game with potentially significant playoff implications

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Defense has Commanders at 6-5 and back on playoff track

Defense is the biggest reason the Washington Commanders beat the Houston Texans to improve to 6-5

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

With Jon Allen, Daron Payne fueling each other, Commanders' D shows new level in Houston The NFL's best DT pair keep feeding off each other, dominating the Texans. "I've got to match his energy every week," Allen said of Payne.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Commanders look to build on big win against woeful Texans

The Washington Commanders will look to build on their big win over the previously undefeated Eagles when they visit the Houston Texans Sunday

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Drafting Jalen Hurts was right call for undefeated Eagles

Jalen Hurts has become an MVP candidate for the Philadelphia Eagles this season

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Eagles try to keep unbeaten streak alive against Commanders

Undefeated Philadelphia returns home to host NFC East rival Washington on Monday night

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NFC East rivals set for Monday night meeting in Philadelphia

Undefeated Philadelphia returns home to host NFC East rival Washington on Monday night

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Another sack Sunday Payne logged one sack and six tackles (four solo), including four tackles for loss, in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Vikings.

Impact Payne brought down Kirk Cousins for a nine-yard loss to end Minnesota's second series Sunday, increasing his sack total to a career-high 5.5 this season. The fifth-year defensive tackle has also collected 35 tackles (16 solo) and three passes defended through nine games in 2022, and he seems set to amass the best overall production of his career so long as he remains healthy moving forward.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Clutch Vikings tote ample confidence at 7-1 into tough slate

The Minnesota Vikings have owned the fourth quarter this season

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Commanders inconsistent but in playoff race at midway point

The Washington Commanders are in the mix for a playoff spot at the midway point of the season despite inconsistent play all over the field

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chase Young returns to practice with Washington Commanders

Chase Young is back practicing with the Washington Commanders nearly a year since tearing the ACL in his right knee

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Beyond Heinicke, McLaurin, Commanders defense coming up big

Taylor Heinicke and Terry McLaurin are getting a lot of credit for the comeback that gave the Washington Commanders a third consecutive victory and justifiably so

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chase Young to resume practice 11 months since tearing ACL

Chase Young is expected to practice with the Washington Commanders this week for the first time since tearing the ACL in his right knee 11 months ago

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Commanders Trade Ideas on Daron Payne: His Final Game in Washington? A natural response from other NFL teams? They call the Commanders and make inquiries about Daron Payne’s trade-block availability.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Rodgers, Packers look to get back on track at Washington

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are looking to get back on track against the Washington Commanders with new starting quarterback Taylor Heinicke

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS