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Reeling Packers visit Commanders looking to end 2-game skid

Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers visit the Washington Commanders looking to end their two-game losing streak

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Daron Payne makes getting to the QB look easy. Really, it takes work. Payne has emerged as one of the Commanders defense's consistent bright spots — in a contract year, no less.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Rush leads Cowboys again as Wentz tries to right Commanders

Cooper Rush is set for another start at quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys while Dak Prescott recovers from a fractured thumb

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wentz, Commanders don't think sky is falling after 1-2 start

Carson Wentz and Ron Rivera don't think the sky is falling on the Washington Commanders after losing two in a row to fall to 1-2 this season

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Commanders' Wentz faces Eagles for 1st time as Hurts thrives

Jalen Hurts is coming off a record-setting performance with the Eagles with former Philadelphia teammate Carson Wentz and the Washington Commanders up next

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back-to-back games with a sack Payne notched four tackles (two solo) and one sack during Sunday's 36-27 loss to the Lions.

Impact Payne sacked Jared Goff on a first-down play at the end of the third quarter, giving him two sacks across his first two games of the season. The 2018 first-round pick has finished with at least 50 tackles and multiple sacks in each of his first four NFL campaigns and is on track to continue that streak in 2022.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kid gloves are off with Jamin Davis, while Daron Payne could be the key vs. Detroit's OL Jack Del Rio wasn't shy about saying the 2021 first-round linebacker needs to play better after an uneven season debut.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Lions aim to keep fans, Commanders trying to get them back

The NFL gave the Detroit Lions two straight home games to open the season for the first time since 1997

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Washington hosts Jaguars in first game known as Commanders

Washington hosts the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 1 in their first game known as the Commanders

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chase Young won't play for Commanders in Week 1, Rivera says

Coach Ron Rivera says Chase Young will not be ready to play for the Washington Commanders in their season opener

JULY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Daron Payne vs. Phidarian Mathis: Commanders Biggest Training Camp Position Battle? The two Alabama defensive tackles are set to have a fierce competition in August.

JULY 26, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Commanders DT Daron Payne: Contract Extension Coming? Daron Payne is on the final year of his rookie contract.

JULY 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

'Fight!' Daron Payne Debates Robert Griffin III on Commanders Hot Topic Washington’s defensive tackle lashes out at the former quarterback

JUNE 23, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Commanders Minicamp Notebook: 3 Defensive Observations, Including Daron Payne's Participation Moving past the drama surrounding their defensive coordinator, Washington’s defense is working towards their goals

JUNE 14, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Participating in team drills Payne participated in Tuesday's team drills after skipping them during voluntary OTAs, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

Impact Payne walked off the field during OTAs in late May due to his ongoing contract situation, but he's fully participating during mandatory minicamp. The 2018 first-round pick finished last season with 61 tackles, 4.5 sacks and a fumble recovery across 17 appearances, but the Commanders aren't expected to offer the 24-year-old a contract extension this offseason.

JUNE 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Washington OTAs Attendance: Chase Young, Montez Sweat Back - But Daron Payne Takes A Seat All of this was expected, as illustrated last week by coach Ron Rivera.

JUNE 1, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

What Are Pros And Cons Of Trading Commanders DL Daron Payne? Daron Payne could be on the move in the coming weeks, but what are the ramifications of getting a deal done?

MAY 28, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Should Commanders Trade Daron Payne? The Commanders DT has one year left on his deal.

MAY 28, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Daron Payne Responds to Claims He Walked Off Field A report indicated that the 24-year-old left OTAs early over his frustration with his contract situation.

MAY 26, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Walks off field during OTAs Payne walked off the field during Tuesday's OTAs due to his ongoing contract situation, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

Impact Payne took part in individual drills to begin Tuesday's session, but he skipped team drills due to his anger over a lack of a contract extension. The Commanders aren't expected to offer the 24-year-old an extension this offseason, so it's not yet clear whether Payne will return to the field as OTAs continue. He appeared in all 17 games last year and totaled 61 tackles (35 solo), 4.5 sacks and a fumble recovery.

MAY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Terry McLaurin, Chase Young absent, Daron Payne skips drills, clouding Day 1 of OTAs New quarterback Carson Wentz took the field Tuesday, but Day 1 of Commanders practice was more notable for who wasn't there.

MAY 24, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Commanders draft for immediate help except for QB Sam Howell

The Washington Commanders spent most of their draft picking NFL-ready players who can help them improve right away

MAY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Commanders take Alabama DL Mathis, RB Robinson in NFL draft

The second day of the NFL draft had a heavy Alabama flavor for the Washington Commanders

APRIL 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Commanders draft updates: More on Drake London, Kyle Hamilton and Daron Payne One day before the draft, London is drawing heavy buzz late in the top 10, although Kyle Hamilton appears likely to be available at No. 11.

APRIL 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

One NFL insider believes Daron Payne is a player other teams will inquire about Could Daron Payne be on the move?

APRIL 27, 2022 • USATODAY.COM