Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is expected to press President Biden on U.S. commitments to defend the island nation and bolster their economic alliances as China flexes its muscle on his doorstep in the South China Sea. … [Read more...] about Philippine president arrives in Washington looking for assurances from Biden amid China tensions
Archives for April 2023
Mike McDaniel on Elijah Higgins: Converting WR to TE in today’s NFL isn’t as hard as it used to be
The Dolphins needed a tight end in the draft. Technically, they didn’t take one. They took Stanford receiver Elijah Higgins, and they plan to make him into a tight end. Coach Mike McDaniel discussed the prospect and the project in a Saturday session with reporters. “First of all, I’m just excited to add the competitor,” [more] … [Read more...] about Mike McDaniel on Elijah Higgins: Converting WR to TE in today’s NFL isn’t as hard as it used to be
Commanders’ draft class fills several needs, features plenty of value
Washington added Utah lineman Braeden Daniels, Clemson pass rusher KJ Henry, Kentucky running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. and Louisiana Lafayette linebacker Andre Jones on the last day. … [Read more...] about Commanders’ draft class fills several needs, features plenty of value
Nationals ask a lot of the bullpen while getting swept in a doubleheader
Saturday's doubleheader required Dave Martinez to dive deeper into his bullpen. That didn't work out during 6-3 and 16-1 losses to the Pirates. … [Read more...] about Nationals ask a lot of the bullpen while getting swept in a doubleheader
Commanders draft pick Braeden Daniels will begin his career at offensive tackle
Braeden Daniels played three positions during his college career at Utah. Daniels began at guard before moving to right tackle and then left tackle during his final season in 2022. On Saturday, Daniels was a fourth-round pick of the Washington Commanders. At 6-foot-4, 294 pounds, multiple draft analysts believe Daniels’ best NFL position would be at guard, but could also play … [Read more...] about Commanders draft pick Braeden Daniels will begin his career at offensive tackle