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Ibrahim Oladotun stands with Baba Oladotun as they finish his studies before practice. (Demarco Rush/The Washington Informer)

Baba Oladotun is Changing the Game

by Demarco Rush January 29, 2025January 29, 2025

**FILE** Despite losing to the Philadelphia Eagles 55-23 in the NFC championship game, the Commanders have laid the foundation for something greater next season. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

Washington Commanders Close Out the Season With a 55-23 Defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles, Set the Stage for a Brighter Franchise Future

by Skylar Nelson January 27, 2025January 27, 2025

The Washington Commanders make a tackle in an away game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on Nov. 14. The Commanders were defeated by the Eagles 26-18. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

5 Preview Highlights Ahead of Commanders-Eagles NFC Championship Matchup

by Skylar Nelson January 22, 2025January 22, 2025

Commanders’ Culture Transformation Drives NFC Championship Quest

by Stacy M. Brown January 18, 2025January 22, 2025

McNamara senior Princess-Alexandria Moody drives on Jan. 10 in the team’s first game against St. John's since the two met for the WCAC championships in late February 2024. (Marcus Relacion/The Washington Informer)

McNamara Defeats St. John’s 64-43 in First Matchup Since Last Year’s Championship

by Ed Hill January 13, 2025January 15, 2025

Tight end John Bates, punter Tress Way, and kicker Zane Gonzalez on the field after Gonzalez’s game-winning 37-yard field goal. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

Commanders Win First Playoff Game Since 2005, Defeat Buccaneers 23-20 to Advance to Divisional Round

by Skylar Nelson January 13, 2025January 13, 2025

A Washington Commanders fan braves cold temperatures at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in D.C. on Jan. 7, two days after the region's snowstorms left many football fans stranded in Dallas following the Commanders-Cowboys game.

Snow Strands D.C.-Area Football Fans in Dallas for 2 Days After Commanders-Cowboys Clash

by Zerline Hughes Spruill January 10, 2025January 10, 2025

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin scores the game-winning touchdown in the Commanders' 23-19 road win over the Dallas Cowboys on Jan. 5. (Abdullah Konte/The Washington Informer)

Commanders’ McLaurin, Wagner, Luvu and Ekeler Named AP Second-Team All-Pro

by WI Web Staff January 10, 2025January 10, 2025

Abraham Mitchell, affectionately known as "Mr. CIAA" for his long-standing practice of sporting custom-made, flamboyant attire at the annual Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) tournaments, died on Jan. 7 at the age of 95. (Courtesy of HBCU Game Day via X)

HBCU Sports Community Mourns the Death of Basketball Conference Legend Abraham Mitchell, ‘Mr. CIAA’

by Jada Ingleton January 8, 2025January 8, 2025

Calvin Coolidge senior guard Quintin Cooper drives to the basket during the Jan. 3 game against Theodore Roosevelt. While the game was hosted at Roosevelt, Coolidge defeated the home team 66-60. (Jonae Guest/ The Washington Informer)

Coolidge Wins Annual Battle vs. Rival Theodore Roosevelt

by Ed Hill January 7, 2025January 7, 2025