Daron Payne
FILE - New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (97) takes the field for an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants and Lawrence have agreed to terms on a four-year, $90 million contract extension Thursday, May 4, 2023, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the Giants had not announced the extension. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
AP source: Giants, Lawrence agree on $90 million extension

By Tom Canavan May. 04, 2023 07:02 PM EDT

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Riviera, left, poses with first-round draft pick Mississippi State cornerback Emmanuel Forbes, right, during a news conference at the team's NFL football training facility in Ashburn, Va., Friday, April 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)
Commanders bolster defense and offensive line at NFL draft

By Stephen Whyno Apr. 29, 2023 06:54 PM EDT

FILE - Washington Commanders defensive end Chase Young (99) looks on during the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023, in Landover, Md. The Washington Commanders have decided not to pick up Chase Young’s fifth-year option, according to a person with knowledge of the move. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Wednesday, April 26, 2023, because the team had not announced the decision. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, FIle)
Commanders declining Young's 5th-year option, AP source says

By Stephen Whyno Apr. 26, 2023 12:14 PM EDT

FILE - New York Giants center Nick Gates (65) walks off the field at halftime during an NFL wild-card football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2023, in Minneapolis. A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press the Washington Commanders have agreed to terms with offensive lineman Nick Gates on a three-year contract. It cannot be signed until the new league year opens Wednesday, March 15. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr, File)
Commanders begin offensive line overhaul with Wylie, Gates

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 13, 2023 04:04 PM EDT

FILE - Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne (94) plays defense during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Houston. The Commanders have put the franchise tag on standout defensive tackle Daron Payne, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. The tag is worth just over $18.9 million for next season. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith, File)
AP source: Commanders, DT Payne agree on $90M, 4-year deal

By Stephen Whyno Mar. 12, 2023 04:28 PM EDT

FILE - Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne (94) plays defense during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Houston. The Commanders have put the franchise tag on standout defensive tackle Daron Payne, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. The tag is worth just over $18.9 million for next season. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith, File)
Commanders put franchise tag on defensive tackle Daron Payne

By Stephen Whyno Feb. 28, 2023 09:23 AM EST

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (88) catches a pass as New York Giants cornerback Darnay Holmes (30) defends during the second half of an NFL football game Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Commanders go for 4th straight win against skidding Giants

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2022 02:59 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota (1) and Washington Commanders defensive end Montez Sweat (90) reacting to an interception thrown by Mariota during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Landover, Md. Washington won the 13-19. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Falcons not as fortunate in one-possession games this season

By George Henry Nov. 28, 2022 05:16 PM EST

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) carries the ball for a first down against Atlanta Falcons linebacker DeAngelo Malone (51) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Commanders run game lets Heinicke be himself and win games

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 28, 2022 04:44 PM EST

Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) reacting after throwing a touchdown pass to tight end John Bates during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)
Commanders outrun Falcons, intercept Mariota in 19-13 win

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 27, 2022 04:00 PM EST

Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) throws past Houston Texans linebacker Ogbonnia Okoronkwo (45) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Falcons, Commanders meet in game with playoff implications

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 25, 2022 02:50 PM EST

Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) is pressured by Houston Texans defensive tackle Maliek Collins (96) as he looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Falcons, Commanders meet in matchup of mobile quarterbacks

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2022 05:59 PM EST

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (93) runs off the field following the team's win over the Houston Texans in an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Defense has Commanders at 6-5 and back on playoff track

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 21, 2022 06:53 PM EST

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills (10) passes against the New York Giants during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Commanders look to build on big win against woeful Texans

The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2022 12:35 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) passes during the first half of an NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
Drafting Jalen Hurts was right call for undefeated Eagles

By Dan Gelston Nov. 13, 2022 01:56 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) carries against Houston Texans cornerback Desmond King II (25) in the second half of an NFL football game in Houston, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022. The Eagles won 29-17. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Eagles try to keep unbeaten streak alive against Commanders

By Dan Gelston Nov. 10, 2022 08:33 PM EST

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Haason Reddick (7) reacts in the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans in Houston, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022. The Eagles won 29-17. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
NFC East rivals set for Monday night meeting in Philadelphia

By The Associated Press Nov. 10, 2022 10:27 AM EST

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) looks to make a pass during the first half of a NFL football game between the Washington Commanders and the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022 in Landover, Md. (Shaban Athuman/Richmond Times-Dispatch via AP)
Clutch Vikings tote ample confidence at 7-1 into tough slate

By Dave Campbell Nov. 07, 2022 08:23 PM EST

Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne (94) celebrates after his sack against Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, in Landover, Md. (Shaban Athuman/Richmond Times-Dispatch via AP)
Commanders inconsistent but in playoff race at midway point

By Stephen Whyno Nov. 07, 2022 01:57 PM EST

Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) celebrates a touchdown in the final minute of the second half against the Indianapolis Colts of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Vikings, Commanders match up with winning streaks at stake

By The Associated Press Nov. 03, 2022 04:04 PM EDT