Debate over the name of Washington's NFL team is starting all over again
The Commanders, once the Reskins, have new owners and they didn't waste any time reigniting the controversy.
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The Commanders, once the Reskins, have new owners and they didn't waste any time reigniting the controversy.
At first glance, it may not appear that Washington or the Detroit Lions have much at stake in their matchup because their combined record is 5-11.
It has long seemed like a virtual certainty that the Redskins will take Chase Young with the second pick in the NFL draft.
Detroit Lions vs Washington Redskins
DETROIT (3-6-1) at WASHINGTON (1-9)
Tom Brady thought it was ridiculous how many opposing fans there were at the Washington Redskins' home stadium.
Washington signed Josh Johnson earlier this week after saying there was discussion about Kaepernick, but not enough time to familiarize him with the system.
The Washington Redskins host the Dallas Cowboys in an NFC East matchup for the division lead.
The team held a ceremony at their facility on Tuesday to honor the players who went 3-0 while the league was in a player's strike.
The Washington Redskins will present replacement players from 1987 with Super Bowl rings.
Many teams, including the Jets, Vikings and Broncos, have shown interest in Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins.
The Cowboys and Redskins play Sunday for sole possession of second place in the NFC East behind the Eagles.
In the aftermath of a blowout loss, Washington linebacker Will Compton found the bright side.
With his hands drenched in sweat moments after taking his boxing gloves off, Anthony Lanier worked quickly to catch his breath.
Cousins will make $23.94 million on the franchise tag in 2017 after earning $19.95 million last year.
The justices were unanimous in saying that the 71-year-old trademark law barring disparaging terms infringes free speech rights.
The agent for Matt Jones hopes Washington Redskins release the former starting running back sooner rather than later.
Former Redskins quarterback Doug Williams has been named Washington's senior vice president of player personnel.
Washington Redskins linebacker Junior Galette has been arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and failure to comply following a fight over the weekend in Mississippi.
Kirk Cousins' agent says the Washington Redskins' quarterback has signed his contract for the exclusive franchise tag.
According to Davis' Snapchat, it's a three-year deal. The team announced the contract early Wednesday morning.
Kirk Cousins has proven he's the Redskins' future at quarterback. So why didn't the team lock him into a longterm contract?
Washington Redskins general manager Scot McCloughan is not attending the NFL combine in Indianapolis.
Washington Redskins offensive lineman Kory Lichtensteiger is retiring at age 31 after eight seasons in the NFL.
Kirk Cousins has a great sense of humor.
Lawmakers say Green Alerts won't just help bring veterans to safety, but also national guard and active service members.
The Lions are trading running back David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, according to CBS Sports.
A 6-year-old girl was fatally injured during an accidental gunshot on Monday in a shopping center parking lot in Detroit.
Detroit SportsNet, a newly launched cable/satellite television channel, will be the broadcast home of the Tigers and the Red Wings.
More employees are clinging to their positions in a trend known as "job-hugging." That's making it harder for job-seekers to find work.
President Trump refused to rule out the use of ground troops in Iran in a new interview on Monday, saying he wouldn't hesitate to deploy them "if they were necessary."
One person is in custody while police continue to investigate the circumstances of a toddler who was found Saturday, crying inside an impounded car in Metro Detroit.
Lawmakers say Green Alerts won't just help bring veterans to safety, but also national guard and active service members.
A 6-year-old girl was fatally injured during an accidental gunshot on Monday in a shopping center parking lot in Detroit.
Whether Tuesday's lunar eclipse will be visible from Metro Detroit depends on the cloud cover and sunrise time.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
More employees are clinging to their positions in a trend known as "job-hugging." That's making it harder for job-seekers to find work.
U.S. motorists could soon see higher prices at the pump as oil prices surge following the attacks in Iran.
President Trump said he expects the bombing campaign to last four to five weeks, but "we have [the] capability to go far longer than that."
The Pentagon announced Monday that six American service members have been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
"Sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is. Likely be more," President Trump said after mentioning the three U.S. service members killed in the operation.
Lawmakers say Green Alerts won't just help bring veterans to safety, but also national guard and active service members.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
There are a few steps to get an exemption for a required vaccine here in Michigan and a group of Republican lawmakers want to make sure it doesn't get any more difficult in the future.
Michigan lawmakers required schools to adopt a cardiac emergency response plan for the current school year if the Legislature appropriated "sufficient funds," but funding wasn't dedicated in the education budget.
What started as food poisoning for a young boy in Clinton Township turned into years of organ failure.
The Lions are trading running back David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, according to CBS Sports.
Detroit SportsNet, a newly launched cable/satellite television channel, will be the broadcast home of the Tigers and the Red Wings.
Cade Cunningham had 29 points and 11 assists, Tobias Harris scored 23 points and the NBA-leading Detroit Pistons beat the Orlando Magic 106-92 on Sunday night for their sixth straight road victory.
Over sixty teams competed at a Special Olympics Michigan basketball tournament on Sunday at Legacy Sports Complex in Brighton.
The Detroit Red Wings were beaten by the Hurricanes 5-2 on Saturday night in Raleigh, North Carolina. Shayne Gostisbehere had a goal and two assists to lead the Hurricanes to their fifth straight win.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
One person is in custody while police from multiple jurisdictions continue to investigate the circumstances of a toddler who was found crying inside an impounded car in Metro Detroit over the weekend.
A University of Michigan student is running 200 miles across the state of Michigan to raise money for homeless shelters.
Many people have heard of the Amber and Silver alerts to find missing children and seniors, and now some Michigan lawmakers are considering a Green Alert system for missing veterans.
A total lunar eclipse will happen shortly before sunrise on Tuesday morning, Eastern time.
Ali Abazeed has been named City of Detroit's new Chief Public Health Officer.