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RFK Stadium Cleared To Be Demolished After Falling Into 'State Of Disrepair' In DC RFK Stadium Cleared To Be Demolished After Falling Into 'State Of Disrepair' In DC
RFK Stadium Cleared To Be Demolished After Falling Into 'State Of Disrepair' In DC After five years of sitting idle in Northeast DC, officials have given the all-clear to demolish RFK Stadium following an environmental asssesment. On Thursday, the National Park Service (NPS) announced that the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium can be demolished, though the process is still in its infancy. The announcement came after the agency evaluated the potential effects on the natural, cultural, and human environment. "In addition to the permit, the NPS and the District will sign an agreement that confirms the District’s continued use and demolition of the property will follow the …

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by Zak Failla
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'Just A Dump:' NFL Players Slam FedEx Field In New Poll 'Just A Dump:' NFL Players Slam FedEx Field In New Poll
'Just A Dump:' NFL Players Slam FedEx Field In New Poll "If you build it, they will come." At least, that's what Ray Kisella said in "Field of Dreams." But many NFL players would rather not when it comes to NFC East locales, according to a new poll by The Athletic. The anonymous survey of NFL players led to some dubious results for the New York Giants (and Jets) and Washington Commanders, whose stadiums were found to be among the worst to play in. Out of 79 responses, MetLife Stadium (18.4 percent) was overwhelmingly voted the worst stadium to play in by NFL followed right behind by FedEx Field (13.9 percent).  Highmark Stadium (12.7 per…

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by Zak Failla
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Jacob Campbell Of Fredericksburg Dies, 32 Jacob Campbell Of Fredericksburg Dies, 32
Jacob Campbell Of Fredericksburg Dies, 32 Jacob Campbell of Fredericksburg died on Oct. 22, 2023. He was 32 years old. Jacob was being remembered in his obituary as a "friend to all," who loved writing, music, soccer, watching the Washington Commanders, and visiting the beaches of the Outer Banks. His Facebook profile shows he attended Stafford Senior High School and  Bridgewater College, and worked several jobs including one as a data processor for GEICO. Jacob is survived by his mother, Judy; father, Jeff (Lori); sister, Jessie (Andy); stepsister Rachel (Derrick); stepbrother Dylan; a host of nieces and nephews, a…

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by Cecilia Levine
Sports
Former NFL Star Fred Smoot Arrested In Loudoun County Former NFL Star Fred Smoot Arrested In Loudoun County
Former NFL Star Fred Smoot Arrested In Loudoun County Former NFL star-turned Washington Commanders broadcaster Fred Smoot surrendered to authorities this week in Loudoun County, Daily Voice has learned. The 44-year-old former cornerback surrendered at the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center Thursday, Aug. 10, on a charge of "failure to comply with support obligation," the Washington Post reports citing the county sheriff. County officials tell Daily Voice that Smoot surrendered to authorities on charges that were "civil in nature." This wouldn't be Smoot's first run-in with the law. In 2006, the athlete who appears to live in Ashburn, plead…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Commanders' LB Had Loudoun County Reckless Driving Plea Rejected: Here's What Happens Next Commanders' LB Had Loudoun County Reckless Driving Plea Rejected: Here's What Happens Next
Commanders' LB Had Loudoun County Reckless Driving Plea Rejected: Here's What Happens Next Washington Commanders’ linebacker Jamin Davis will have a few more weeks to shore up his defense after a judge rejected his revised plea for alleged recklessly driving in Loudoun County. The Commanders' first round pick in 2021 is accused of driving 114 mph in a 45 mph zone on Loudoun County Parkway near Evergreen Ridge Drive, just outside Leesburg, in March 2022. The 24-year-old linebacker, who is famously passionate about NASCAR, was convicted in May of reckless driving and sentenced to 30 days in jail, which he appealed. Davis was scheduled to make his next court appearance last we…

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by Zak Failla
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Magic Johnson Teases Another Rebrand For Washington Commanders Magic Johnson Teases Another Rebrand For Washington Commanders
Magic Johnson Teases Another Rebrand For Washington Commanders The Washington Commanders finally got a new owner (oh happy day), now could they be getting a new name? With hope springing anew after the group led by Chevy Chase native Josh Harris purchased the team from embattled former owner Dan Snyder, wholesale changes are expected to be coming for the franchise that hasn’t sniffed the Super Bowl in more than three decades. Among those changes? Possibly a new nickname away from the contentious Commanders, according to minority owner Magic Johnson. The NBA legend made news following his group’s purchase, refusing to rule out a possible name change d…

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by Zak Failla
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Dan Snyder To Sell Commanders To Group Led By Pro Sports Tycoon, DC Billionaire: Reports Dan Snyder To Sell Commanders To Group Led By Pro Sports Tycoon, DC Billionaire: Reports
Dan Snyder To Sell Commanders To Group Led By Pro Sports Tycoon, DC Billionaire: Reports White smoke can be seen coming from FedEx field, but there’s no fire. One day after billionaire Jeff Bezos said he would stay away from the team, the Washington Commanders have reportedly been sold for a record price to a group led by Josh Harris, who looks to add to his collection of pro sports teams. pic.twitter.com/4CTiCULI0x — Barstool DMV (@Barstooldmv) April 13, 2023 The news was first reported by Sportico, Sports Business Journal, and CBS News before it was confirmed by other outlets. Already the owner of the NBA’s Philadelphia 76ers and NHL’s New Jersey Devils, Harris’ group h…

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by Zak Failla
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Commanders Fined $625K Fine For Not Returning DC Fans' Ticket Deposits Commanders Fined $625K Fine For Not Returning DC Fans' Ticket Deposits
Commanders Fined $625K Fine For Not Returning DC Fans' Ticket Deposits The tired tale that is the Washington Commanders took another curious turn as the organization reached an agreement to pay out $625,000 for failing to return District’s fans’ ticket deposits during a contentious negotiation, the Attorney General announced. AG Brian Schwalb announced on Monday, April 10 that Pro-Football Inc., the corporation that owns the Commanders, will return more than $200,000 to DC residents and will pay $425,000 to the District to resolve allegations that the team didn’t act in good faith with the fans. Specifically, officials say that “the team systematically failed…

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by Zak Failla
Real Estate
Washington Commanders Owner Dan Synder's DMV Home Hits Market For Record $49M Washington Commanders Owner Dan Synder's DMV Home Hits Market For Record $49M
Washington Commanders Owner Dan Synder's DMV Home Hits Market For Record $49M Dan Snyder’s team isn’t the only thing he's looking to sell. The embattled Washington Commander's owner has listed his Potomac home in what could be a record-setting $49 million. Here's to hoping a buyer will meet his asking price. News of his house hitting the market comes as Snyder has been exploring a possible sale of his franchise amid allegations and investigations into a toxic workplace environment. Snyder also owns a mansion near Mount Vernon in Alexandria that is currently the most expensive residential purchase in the region at $48 million. Now he will look to top that with the s…

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by Zak Failla
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Washington Commanders To Honor UVA Shooting Victims With Helmet Decals Washington Commanders To Honor UVA Shooting Victims With Helmet Decals
Washington Commanders To Honor UVA Shooting Victims With Helmet Decals When the Washington Commanders suit up on Sunday afternoon for their matchup against the Houston Texans, they’ll be doing so with the spirit of the entire University of Virginia community behind them. The Commanders announced that they will be wearing special helmet decals for the game on Sunday, Nov. 20 featuring the number of the three UVA football players who were gunned down in an on-campus shooting last week. The helmet will feature special stickers for Lavel Davis, Jr (1), Devin Chandler (15), and D’Sean Perry (41) in UVA colors. On Sunday the team will be wearing three helmet d…

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by Zak Failla
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Washington Commanders Settle With Maryland Over Season-Ticket Holders' Money: AG Washington Commanders Settle With Maryland Over Season-Ticket Holders' Money: AG
Washington Commanders Settle With Maryland Over Season-Ticket Holders' Money: AG The Washington Commanders have agreed to return security deposits to former season ticket holders and pay a $250,000 penalty in a settlement with the state of Maryland, Attorney General Brian Frosh announced. According to the settlement, season ticket holders and other purchasers of tickets for luxury had to pay a security deposit to the team, which was required to return the deposit within 30 days after the seat licenses were expired or terminated. However, the Commanders did not act in good faith and return the deposits to consumers unless they requested the return in writing, which Fros…

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by Zak Failla
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Here's What We Know About The Timeline For Dan Snyder To Sell Commanders For $7B Here's What We Know About The Timeline For Dan Snyder To Sell Commanders For $7B
Here's What We Know About The Timeline For Dan Snyder To Sell Commanders For $7B Fans of the Washington Commanders have been rejoicing for days since embattled owner Dan Snyder announced that he could sell the team, however, the much-maligned head honcho of the former “Football Team” franchise will be walking away an even more wealthy man than he already is. Related story - Teen Suspect In Custody For Shooting, Attempted Robbery Of Commanders RB Brian Robinson: Police The Snyder family could be eyeing a record-setting $7 billion cash windfall for selling the Commanders franchise, shattering the previous record for the sale of a sports team, and it could happen as …

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by Zak Failla
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Are You Ready For Some Football? Dwayne Johnson Bringing XFL Team To DMV Region Are You Ready For Some Football? Dwayne Johnson Bringing XFL Team To DMV Region
Are You Ready For Some Football? Dwayne Johnson Bringing XFL Team To DMV Region Professional football is coming to the DMV area. Oh right, the Washington Commanders. A potentially winning professional football team is heading to the region as the XFL gears up for its latest reboot with the DC Defenders - changed from the Washington Defenders - dubbed as one of eight teams to kick off Dwayne Johnson’s new league. The Defenders will be led by head coach Reggie Barlow at Audi Field at Buzzard Point in Washington, DC.  “Coming out of the nation’s capital, the DC Defenders protect their city with unparalleled purpose and drive, impenetrable, bold, and brave, the Defend…

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by Zak Failla
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Teen Suspect In Custody For Shooting, Attempted Robbery Of Commanders RB Brian Robinson: Police Teen Suspect In Custody For Shooting, Attempted Robbery Of Commanders RB Brian Robinson: Police
Teen Suspect In Custody For Shooting, Attempted Robbery Of Commanders RB Brian Robinson: Police Metropolitan Police investigators have apprehended a teenage armed robber who derailed the rookie season of Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson over the summer. A 17-year-old man - who was 16 at the time of the shooting - from Northeast, DC, has been arrested and charged with assault with intent to rob while armed with a gun, the agency announced late on Wednesday, Nov. 2. Due to his age, Metropolitan Police Department Chief Robert Contee III said that his name will not be released nor will any possible details about his legal history. "I was just happy they found somebody,"…

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US Attorney In Virginia Reportedly Investigating Washington Commanders For Financial Misconduct US Attorney In Virginia Reportedly Investigating Washington Commanders For Financial Misconduct
US Attorney In Virginia Reportedly Investigating Washington Commanders For Financial Misconduct On the same day embattled Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder opened the door to a potential sale of at least a portion of the franchise, federal officials are reportedly launching an investigation into the team’s financial improprieties. ESPN and other national outlets reported late on Wednesday, Nov. 2 that the US Attorney’s Office in the Eastern District of Virginia launched an investigation into the team that is focused on alleged deceptive business practices. According to the report, prospectors “are focused on several areas and that the inquiry was triggered by a letter the Ho…

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Dan Snyder Hires Firm 'To Consider Potential Transactions' On Sale Of Washington Commanders Dan Snyder Hires Firm 'To Consider Potential Transactions' On Sale Of Washington Commanders
Dan Snyder Hires Firm 'To Consider Potential Transactions' On Sale Of Washington Commanders Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder once famously said he would never change the name of the then Redskins. Until he did. He also vowed that he would never sell his beloved team. Until he might? Dan and Tanya Snyder announced on Wednesday, Nov. 2 that they have hired Bank of America Securities to “consider potential transactions,” including a potential sale of the franchise. “The Snyders remain committed to the team, all of its employees, and its countless fans to putting the best product on the field and continuing the work to set the gold standard for workplaces in the NFL,” they w…

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New Jerseyans Hurt In Railing Collapse File Lawsuit Against Washington Commanders New Jerseyans Hurt In Railing Collapse File Lawsuit Against Washington Commanders
New Jerseyans Hurt In Railing Collapse File Lawsuit Against Washington Commanders A handful of New Jersey football fans are suing the Washington Commanders over a nearly-fatal incident after a game in January 2021, as reported by various news outlets. After a game against the Philadelphia Eagles, quarterback Jalen Hurts was greeting fans when a railing collapsed, injuring multiple spectators who fell between five and 10 feet onto concrete at FedEx Field. Four of the individuals who were hurt in the incident are suing the Commanders for gross negligence, seeking $300,000 to compensate for their physical and emotional pain, ESPN says. Soon after the incident, Hurts asked …

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by AJ Goldbloom
Sports
NFL Rookie Brian Robinson Recovers After Armed Robbery, Teen Suspects Sought NFL Rookie Brian Robinson Recovers After Armed Robbery, Teen Suspects Sought
NFL Rookie Brian Robinson Recovers After Armed Robbery, Teen Suspects Sought NFL running back Brian Robinson, Jr.'s promising season took an unexpected turn after he was shot multiple times during an attempted armed robbery in Washington DC over the weekend, according to multiple reports. DC police released photos fo the suspects who approached the 23-year-old rookie athlete on the 1000 block of H Street, Northeast, flashing their handguns and trying to rob him around 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28, authorities said. The suspects fired their guns then fled the scene in a vehicle without taking any property. Robinson was transported to a local hospital for treatment of n…

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by Zak Failla