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USA Today
3 days ago
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- USA Today
Commanders vs. Patriots live updates: NFL preseason game score, highlights
30 players are not playing tonight: The Washington Commanders face the New England Patriots in the preseason opener for both teams. While Friday's game is the opener, the Commanders and Patriots met on Wednesday for a joint practice. Things were intense at times, with New England head coach Mike Vrabel coming away with a bloody cheek after he attempted to break up a fight. While Washington gave almost every healthy player plenty of work, that won't be the case for this game. The Commanders will sit 30 or more players, including quarterback Jayden Daniels. Fellow second-year quarterback Sam Hartman gets the starting nod for Washington. Commanders Wire will be providing live updates and highlights from the game here. 30 inactive players for Washington Patriots reveal Tom Brady statue THE GOAT. IN BRONZE.@TomBrady | @NFL Jayden Daniels with the fans ✍️ from 5️⃣ Starting QB Sam Hartman getting ready Starting at QB: @sam_hartman10 First NFL action Making their NFL debuts 🤩 Commanders' staff members paying respect to former teammate Kingsbury, Welker and Izzo went to go watch the Brady statue unveiling. What a cool night for those guys to be here with someone they know so well. Deebo and Mikey also checking out Brady statue Deebo Samuel and Mikey Sainristil went out to watch the Tom Brady statue unveiling. That's respect. So cool. Rookie RB "Bill" Croskey-Merritt on the right Sam and Bill. Big opportunity tonight Well, at least it doesn't count TreVeyon Henderson takes the opening kickoff all the way to the end zone for a 100-yard return. Big hole opened up in the middle of the coverage unit. It's 7-0 Pats 3-and-out for Commanders Hartman throws a dart, and Chris Moore drops a would-be first down.
Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Sam Hartman starting at QB for the Commanders, who have 30 inactives
The Commanders are playing only one starter in Friday night's preseason opener against New England. His name is not Jayden Daniels. Cornerback Trey Amos is the only "obvious" starter on offense or defense who is active for Washington, Nicki Jhabvala of reports. The Commanders announced Sam Hartman will start at quarterback with Daniels and Marcus Mariota among the team's 30 inactives. Third-string quarterback Josh Johnson also is dressed. Hartman spent most of last season on the Commanders' practice squad after going 8-of-13 for 83 yards in the preseason opener against the Jets in 2024. That was his only preseason action. In addition to Daniels and Mariota, the Commanders announced CB Mike Sainristil, WR Deebo Samuel, CB Marshon Lattimore, S Will Harris, LB Frankie Luvu, RB Brian Robinson Jr., WR Terry McLaurin, S Quan Martin, LB Von Miller, RB Austin Ekeler, CB Jonathan Jones, DT Javon Kinlaw, LB Bobby Wagner, LB Jordan Magee, C Tyler Biadasz, G Nick Allegretti, T Timothy McKay, T Andrew Wylie, G Brandon Coleman, G Sam Cosmi, T Laremy Tunsil, WR Noah Brown, TE Zach Ertz, TE John Bates, DE Javontae Jean-Baptiste, DE Deatrich Wise Jr., DE Dorance Armstrong and DT Daron Payne will not dress for the game.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
2025 NFL Preseason (08/08/25): New England Patriots vs Washington Commanders, how to watch, key players and more
The New England Patriots and Washington Commanders matchup in their 2025 preseason opener tonight and it's loaded with storylines. Patriots' new offensive linemen and rising stars will be tested, while Sam Hartman takes the reins for Washington. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Whether you're catching the game on CBS, streaming through apps, or tuning in on the radio, get ready for kickoff at 7:30 p.m. ET and all the behind-the-scenes action. How to Watch New England Patriots vs Washington Commanders Whether you're at home, streaming on the move, or catching it on the radio, here's how you can follow the action: TV Broadcast Washington, D.C. Area: You can catch the game on CBS 9 locally, with Chick Hernandez handling the play-by-play, Brian Mitchell providing analysis, and Bryan Colbert Jr. reporting from the sidelines. New England Patriots fans can watch the game on WBZ-TV, which will ensure local coverage. Live Streaming You can watch the game by streaming it on or using the Commanders mobile app. + gives you streaming access if you're outside the local markets. For those overseas, NFL Game Pass International will be streaming live games. Radio Washington Commanders Radio Network: Listen to the Commanders' game on BIG 100 (WBIG-FM). SiriusXM: For the Washington feed, listen to Channel 382, and for the New England broadcast, switch to Channel 226. The game starts at 7:30 PM ET, so make sure your viewing or listening setup is ready. Key Players to Watch: New England Patriots Offensive Line Revamp: Following a poor 2024, the New England Patriots have improved their offensive lineup with the addition of left tackle Will Campbell in the 2025 NFL Draft, as well as taking in experienced veterans such as Morgan Moses and Garrett Bradbury. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now These fresh faces may see time on the field as the team looks to try out its new-look. Rookies and Backups: With the starters likely resting, the rookies from the 2025 class led by Will Campbell and some returning veterans like quarterback Drake Maye, cornerback Christian Gonzalez, and safety Jabrill Peppers might get more chances to play. Keep in mind that star wide receiver Stefon Diggs, a recent addition, is currently sidelined due to an ACL injury and won't be playing in the preseason. Coaching Impact: Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniels are both in their first year with the New England Patriots, looking to revitalize a struggling franchise. It'll be interesting to see how they impact game planning and player utilization. Key Players to Watch: Washington Commanders Sam Hartman at QB: Star quarterback Jayden Daniels and several starters are taking a break after getting plenty of work in the joint practice, leaving backup Sam Hartman in charge. This is a significant opportunity for Hartman to show off his abilities. Dan Quinn's Leadership : Quinn has a winning mindset that can keep the team focused, even during a game that doesn't mean much. Coach Dan Quinn will use this game to examine the depth of the Commanders giving a chance to some less prominent players to shine. After a promising 2024, the reserves of the team are willing to continue the good results. Winning odds: Yahoo Sports gives the New England Patriots a Slight Edge Commanders Wire has put forth a projection: New England Patriots 17, Washington Commanders 13. This implies a slight advantage for New England, probably thanks to their home-field edge at Gillette Stadium and the fact that the Commanders are resting key players like Jayden Daniels. That said, with backups and rookies in the mix, anything can happen. Also Read: If you're tuning in on TV, streaming it online, or catching it on the radio, you won't want to miss this epic matchup. With Sam Hartman stepping in as the Commanders' starter and the Patriots' fresh offensive line making its debut, there's a lot to see, plus a tribute to Tom Brady to enjoy.
Yahoo
31-07-2025
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- Yahoo
Hold the mayo? Notre Dame football, Wake Forest agree to meet in Charlotte in 2027
SOUTH BEND — Monday's Notre Dame football scheduling announcement brought with it a question of great intrigue: Does a vat of mayonnaise get dumped on the winning coach of a regular-season Duke's Mayo Classic as it does in bowl season? Marcus Freeman and Notre Dame could find out in 2027 after it was announced the Irish will face Wake Forest at Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium, home of the NFL's Panthers. The neutral-site game is set for Oct. 9 that year as part of the annual ACC scheduling partnership with Notre Dame. Notre Dame is perfect in six all-time meetings with the Deacons, including a 47-7 thrashing on quarterback Sam Hartman's Senior Day in 2023. The Wake Forest graduate transfer played his first three high school seasons in the Charlotte area. The game also projects as a potential homecoming for several Charlotte-area products on the current Irish roster, including a trio of sophomores: defensive end Bryce Young, wideout Micah Gilbert and tight end Jack Larsen. 'More like Superman:' What Notre Dame football greats say about Jeremiyah Love Offensive lineman Sullivan Absher, a third-year sophomore, is from Belmont, N.C., while freshman safety JaDon Blair is from Winston-Salem, home of Wake Forest. Notre Dame's highly regarded 2026 recruiting class includes four key defensive prospects from the Tar Heel State: defensive ends Rodney Dunham (Charlotte) and Ebenezer Ewetade (Garner, N.C.); linebacker Thomas Davis Jr. (Matthews, N.C.), and safety Nick Reddish (Charlotte). The only previous visit to Charlotte for Notre Dame football came in the ACC Championship game in December of 2020, a 34-10 loss to Clemson. Notre Dame is 28-15 in current NFL stadiums, dating to 1980, including the postseason. Since 2014, the Irish lead all FBS teams with appearances in 17 different NFL stadiums, seven more than the closest program. Since 2016, Notre Dame has played 18 games in NFL stadiums, including eight postseason games. The Irish have gone 11-7 in those outings, including 7-2 with Freeman at the helm. A seven-game winning streak for Notre Dame in active NFL stadiums ended with the loss to Ohio State in the CFP national championship game in Atlanta. Mike Berardino covers Notre Dame football for the South Bend Tribune and Follow him on social media @MikeBerardino. This article originally appeared on South Bend Tribune: Notre Dame football set to meet Wake Forest in Charlotte in 2027
USA Today
30-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Things could go wrong for Notre Dame football, here are reasons they could miss the CFP
Yesterday, it was all about why Notre Dame will make the College Football Playoff, but we have to play the other side of the coin as well. Today, we'll look at three reasons why the Irish won't make the CFP, as that would be a disastrous outcome for a team with extremely high expectations. Look, it's college football and anything can happen, as last year Alabama Michigan, and Florida State each were ranked inside the top-10, only to see all of them underperform and miss the playoff. With so much turnover with graduations and the transfer portal, it's becoming more difficult to judge teams on what they'll be this fall. While I don't see this happening to Notre Dame, weirder things have happened. Let's look at three reasons why the Irish won't make the College Football Playoff. Uncertainty and youth at quarterback We've brought up the fact that no first-year starting quarterback has won a national title since the shortened 2020 season, and that was with a stacked Alabama roster. While the Irish have plenty of talent, it's hard to say that they are at the same level as the Crimson Tide was that season. Veteran leadership at quarterback is key, which is why Freeman decided to bring in Sam Hartman and then Riley Leonard over the past two seasons. This is not a knock on CJ Carr or Kenny Minchey, it's just that they lack the necessary experience to make up for some mistakes. Hopefully I'm wrong, but a starter has yet to emerge, even though many believe it will be Carr taking the field with the offense against Miami. Without one being named, it's not going to be easy preparing for the season as they continue to split reps in camp, and could lead to more than a few rocky moments. The early season schedule Adding onto the fact that the quarterback will be making their first start on the road, it will be against a very solid Hurricanes team. It won't get much easier in Week 3 following an early season off-week, as the Irish will host Texas A&M, another expected ranked team. They do get a break against Purdue, but then will have to travel to Arkansas, followed by three consecutive home games starting with Boise State, a CFP participant last year, NC State and then USC. The second half of the schedule is much easier, but the early portion could doom the Irish and knock them out of contention quickly. Injuries Now we all saw what happened last year as the Irish suffered multiple injuries to starters and contributors, but they can't make this a habit. Yes, injuries are mostly fluky, but imagine if the starting quarterback goes down, you are one big hit away from seeing Tyler Buchner taking snaps behind center again. Notre Dame is deep at multiple positions, so this could be me just being a bit paranoid after what happened last fall. However, there are more than a few players on this team with injury history's, including running back Jeremiyah Love, offensive tackles Charles Jagusah (hurt in a UTV accident and will miss time again) and Anthonie Knapp, and defensive ends Boubacar Traore and Jordan Botelho. Each one of them is expected to have a big role for the Irish this fall, and you can't expect there not to be a drop off like there was last year again. Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on X (Formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes, and opinions. Follow Mike on X: @MikeFChen
