The Washington Commanders selected Alabama running back Brian Robinson Jr. with the No. 98 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft. The Commanders, which traded away their original third-round pick in the Carson Wentz trade, acquired the No. 98 selection from the Saints. Robinson was Washington’s third pick, following first-round pick wide receiver Jahan Dotson from Penn State and … [Read more...] about Twitter reacts to Washington's selection of Alabama RB Brian Robinson Jr.
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Grading the Commanders' selections on day 2 of the 2022 NFL draft
The Washington Commanders made two selections on day two of the 2022 NFL draft. Both players were from the University of Alabama. With the No. 47 overall selection, the Commanders selected defensive tackle Phildarian Mathis. Washington picked again toward the end of the third round, selecting Alabama running back Brian Robinson Jr. The Commanders entered the draft with only six … [Read more...] about Grading the Commanders' selections on day 2 of the 2022 NFL draft
Nakobe Dean says he’s fully healthy, doesn’t know why his draft stock dropped
The NFL invited former Georgia linebacker Nakobe Dean to the 2022 NFL draft with the idea that he would go off the board in the first round. So it was surprising to everyone — including Dean — that he lasted until the third round, where the Eagles selected him. Reports surfaced that pectoral and knee [more] … [Read more...] about Nakobe Dean says he’s fully healthy, doesn’t know why his draft stock dropped
Alex Ovechkin Still Out With Upper-Body Injury
The Washington Capitals will not have Alex Ovechkin in the lineup again this evening, as he continues to deal with an upper-body injury. The superstar winger did participate in today’s skate, however, and head coach Peter Laviolette told reporters including Samantha Pell of the Washington Post that it is too early to tell whether Ovechkin will play in the season finale … [Read more...] about Alex Ovechkin Still Out With Upper-Body Injury
Washington Capitals Sign Garin Bjorklund
The Washington Capitals have signed another prospect, this time inking Garin Bjorklund to a three-year entry-level contract. The young netminder played this season with the Medicine Hat Tigers, and signed an amateur tryout contract with the Hershey Bears earlier this month. The new entry-level contract will carry an average annual value of $843,333 and likely begins next … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Sign Garin Bjorklund