TAYLOR HEINICKE

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Carson Wentz isn’t happy about it, but he understands why the Washington Commanders won’t be bringing him back as a starter after his finger injury. The Commanders officially opted to stick with backup Taylor Heinicke moving forward. He went 15-of-27 for 191 yards in that win for Washington, which has now won five of its last six games. While it’s clear that keeping Heinicke in is a good move for the Commanders, considering they’re winning, the decision brings Wentz’s future into question. The Commanders traded for Wentz this past offseason with the full intention of him being their starting quarterback.

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Before Sunday's win over the Houston Texans, Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera said quarterback Taylor Heinicke will remain the starter even when Carson Wentz returns.

According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Carson Wentz has lost his job as starting quarterback to Taylor Heinicke, who has been starting in Wentz's place for the past four games due to a fractured finger. The #Commanders plan to start QB Taylor Heinicke moving forward, his job until performance necessitates a change. My story: https://t.co/efDpJWq756 — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) November 20, 2022Heinicke has impressed since he took over for Wentz, winning three of the Commanders' last four games. After Heinicke went 7-8 last season as Washington's starter, the Commanders traded for Wentz. It will be at least another week before Wentz is officially the backup, as he's still on injured reserve.

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The Washington Commanders will face a decision on Taylor Heinicke or Carson Wentz once Wentz returns from injury, but that decision won't come this week. Heinicke will start at quarterback again for the Commanders in Week 11 against the Houston Texans, head coach Ron Rivera told reporters on Wednesday, while Wentz has been cleared to start throwing but not designated to return to practice. By contrast, Wentz had 1,489 passing yards, a 62.1 completion percentage, 10 touchdowns and six interceptions in six games. That contract contains no dead money after this season, though, so the Commanders could cut Wentz and save $26 million in salary cap space. Add all that up, and the Commanders have little reason to play Wentz unless they think he's their true long-term answer at quarterback.

ASHBURN, Va. — (AP) — Taylor Heinicke is set to start at quarterback again for the Washington Commanders when they visit the Houston Texans on Sunday, coach Ron Rivera said. Rivera said Wentz has been cleared to throw but has not been designated to return to practice after having surgery to repair a broken finger on his throwing hand. Wentz, who worked out on an outdoor practice field, would have be eligible to return this week after spending the past four weeks on injured reserve. Instead, Washington will keep rolling with Heinicke, who is 3-1 since replacing Wentz as the starter. The Commanders are in the thick of the NFC wild-card race at 5-5 after Heinicke helped them beat previously unbeaten Philadelphia on Monday night.

Taylor Heinicke is set to start at quarterback again for the Washington Commanders when they visit the Houston Texans on Sunday.

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The Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins and even the Indianapolis Colts have taken over the headlines at different points in the 2022 NFL season. But the best team in the NFL is the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles remain the only unbeaten team in the NFL, something that has been overshadowed by the Bills' opening-night excellence, the Dolphins' explosive offense and the Colts' drama-filled hiring of Jeff Saturday. Led by an improved Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia is a perfect 8-0 to start the season. Will Hurts and the Eagles take care of business against a floundering Commanders squad?

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Taylor Heinicke can light up a crowd, but he has to be more consistent if he wants to keep the QB job when Carson Wentz returns from injury.

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The defense put the Commanders in a position to beat the Vikings, but ineffective quarterback play sealed Washington's fate.

Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings were able to come back to defeat the Washington Commanders for their sixth straight win and seventh of the season.

— (AP) — Kirk Cousins threw two touchdown passes, Harrison Smith picked off Taylor Heinicke to set up the tying score and the Minnesota Vikings came back to beat the Washington Commanders 20-17 Sunday and extend their winning streak to six. Smith's interception midway through the fourth quarter gave the Vikings the ball in the red zone. Justin Jefferson caught Cousins' first TD pass in the first quarter and came down with a 47-yard completion in the fourth. They were in field goal range at the 26 when Cousins tried to connect with Jefferson in the end zone. Commanders: WR Jahan Dotson (hamstring) missed a fifth consecutive game and LB Cole Holcomb (foot) a second in a row.

Kirk Cousins threw two touchdown passes to help the Minnesota Vikings come back and beat the Washington Commanders 20-17 for their sixth consecutive victory.

Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke thew a wild go-ahead touchdown pass to Curtis Samuel on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. Facing second-and-7 from Minnesota's 49-yard line early in the third quarter, Heinicke looked deep to Samuel on a post route in triple coverage. Vikings safety Camryn Bynum had a bead on the pass and was in position to make a play on the ball. 📺: #MINvsWAS on FOX📱: Stream on NFL+ https://t.co/rhDoPc9SFW pic.twitter.com/ap2MolFicw — NFL (@NFL) November 6, 2022Officials reviewed the play to confirm that Samuel wasn't touched down before rolling into the end zone. Samuel wasn't touched, and the play stood to give Washington a three-point lead.

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Heinicke bounced around the NFL and wasn’t playing when the Commanders called. This season he stepped in as starting QB.

Jalen Hurts and the undefeated Eagles are looking for the first 8-0 start in franchise history while the rest of Philadelphia is focused on beating another team from Houston.

Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke ruined Sam Ehlinger's first career start for the Indianapolis Colts with a 17-16 victory.

Taylor Heinicke is not Carson Wentz. Heinicke does not have the prototypical size or arm strength for an NFL quarterback such as Wentz, nor the expectations that come from being a No. But he does bring what coach Ron Rivera called an "underdog mentality" to the Washington Commanders as their starter with Wentz injured, and Heinicke's philosophy on playing football has shifted their identity on offense with him in charge. When Washington's front office called Heinicke to be the team's quarantine quarterback in December 2020, he was out of football and taking college classes online. “The identity is what it is with Taylor in there,” Rivera said.

Taylor Heinicke replacing Carson Wentz as the Washington Commanders starting quarterback has changed the identity of their offense.

Tom Brady hasn’t lost three straight games in 20 years.

They did so as fans in the stands called for owners Dan and Tanya Snyder to "sell the team." Sunday's was the first home game in Washington since a report that Dan Snyder threatened "blow up" the NFL with dirt on fellow team owners if they they pressured him to sell. Commanders fans: 'Sell the team'Per multiple reports, a chant of "sell the team" broke out at FedEx Field on Sunday as a message from co-CEO Tanya Snyder played on the stadium's video board. #SellTheTeam pic.twitter.com/o73l79r5XN — Tom Manatos (@TomManatos) October 23, 2022The "sell the team" bag is now making repeat appearances after showing up during Washington's Week 6 game against the Chicago Bears. Here’s the end of the video of Tanya Snyder, which includes her “Hail to the Redskins” (:20).

Aaron Rodgers and the offense sputtered as the Green Bay Packers' losing streak reached three with a 23-21 defeat at the Washington Commanders.

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Sam Darnold threw a touchdown pass during the Carolina Panthers' 23-21 preseason-opening victory at the Washington Commanders to give him a highlight in the quarterback competition against Baker Mayfield.

(AP Photo/Roger Steinman) (Roger Steinman)Dallas star rookie linebacker Micah Parsons and Cincinnati running back Joe Mixon were the latest big-name players added to the COVID-19 reserve list Wednesday. Mixon joins Bengals sacks leader Trey Hendrickson and a handful of other key players for Cincinnati on the COVID-19 list headed into Sunday's finale against Cleveland. Hill on the list and activated receiver Trenton Irwin and cornerback Trae Waynes after they missed last week's game on the COVID-19 list. The Jets activated defensive lineman Quinnen Williams, running back Tevin Coleman and tight end Tyler Kroft from the COVID-19 list. The Seahawks placed starting defensive tackle Al Woods and practice squad defensive tackle Myles Adams on the COVID-19 list.

Dallas star rookie linebacker Micah Parsons and Cincinnati running back Joe Mixon were the latest big-name players added to the COVID-19 reserve list.

Eagles Washington Football Fans falls onto Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) as the railing collapsed following the end of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Landover, Md. Fans waiting for Hurts fell onto the field after a railing in the corner of FedEx Field gave way. Twelve days after racking up 238 yards on the ground against Washington (6-10), the Eagles had 119 yards rushing. INJURIESEagles: Right guard Nate Herbig injured his left ankle late in the second quarter but returned in the third. Washington: Tight end Ricky Seals-Jones injured his neck in a nasty collision with a camera operator on the sideline in the second quarter.

Eagles Washington Football Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott (35) leaps over Washington Football Team cornerback Kendall Fuller (29) to score a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Landover, Md. Hurts ran six times for 45 yards and was 17 of 26 passing for 214 yards in leading the Eagles to a fourth consecutive victory. Twelve days after racking up 238 yards on the ground against Washington (6-10), the Eagles had 119 yards rushing. INJURIESEagles: Right guard Nate Herbig injured his left ankle late in the second quarter but returned in the third. Washington: Tight end Ricky Seals-Jones injured his neck in a nasty collision with a camera operator on the sideline in the second quarter.

The Philadelphia Eagles held on to beat Washington 20-16 and moved one step closer to the playoffs.

Jalen Hurts ran for two touchdowns and threw for another to help the Philadelphia Eagles come back from an early deficit and beat virus-ravaged Washington 27-17 in a critical showdown with NFC playoff implications.

Another 21 NFL players were placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, including Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill, cornerback Rashad Fenton and tight end Blake Bell.

(AP Photo/Alex Brandon) (Alex Brandon)The NFL has moved three games because of COVID-19 outbreaks: Las Vegas at Cleveland from Saturday to Monday; and Seattle at the Los Angeles Rams and Washington at Philadelphia from Sunday to Tuesday. “We continue to make decisions in consultation with medical experts to ensure the health and safety of the NFL community.”Previously, the NFL did not plan to move any games because of coronavirus outbreaks. Earlier Friday, Saints coach Sean Payton tested positive for COVID-19 and was immediately isolated from the team. Payton’s positive test came as COVID-19 cases spiked across the NFL in recent days, mirroring trends seen in the general population. Payton was among the first NFL employees known to have contracted COVID-19 in the spring of 2020.

(AP Photo/Alex Brandon) (Alex Brandon)The NFL has moved three games because of COVID-19 outbreaks: Las Vegas at Cleveland from Saturday to Monday; and Seattle at the Los Angeles Rams and Washington at Philadelphia from Sunday to Tuesday. Previously, the NFL did not plan to move any games because of coronavirus outbreaks. Earlier Friday, Saints coach Sean Payton tested positive for COVID-19 and was immediately isolated from the team. Payton’s positive test came as COVID-19 cases have spiked across the NFL in recent days, mirroring trends seen in the general population. Payton was among the first NFL employees known to have contracted COVID-19 in the spring of 2020.

Cowboys Washington Football Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Landover, Md. Earlier Friday, Saints coach Sean Payton tested positive for COVID-19 and was immediately isolated from the team. The Saints said defensive coordinator Dennis Allen has been assigned head coaching duties for this Sunday night’s game at Tampa Bay. Payton’s positive test came as COVID-19 cases have spiked across the NFL in recent days, mirroring trends seen in the general population. Payton was among the first NFL employees known to have contracted COVID-19 in the spring of 2020.

(AP Photo/Alex Brandon) (Alex Brandon)Saints coach Sean Payton tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday and was immediately isolated from the team. Three Saints players — defensive end Cameron Jordan, running back Mark Ingram and receiver Ty Montgomery — did not play against the New York Jets on Sunday because of positive COVID-19 tests. In Week 2 of this season, the Saints were without numerous assistant coaches because of a virus outbreak, but Payton was not among those which tested positive. —Buffalo placed starting left tackle Dion Dawkins on the COVID-19 list, leaving his status uncertain for Sunday against Carolina. The Dolphins had three running backs on the COVID-19 list before Gaskin was cleared.

Cowboys Washington Football Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Landover, Md. Practice squad QB Kyle Shurmur would be in line to start if neither Heinicke nor Allen is available. Washington also signed Garrett Gilbert off New England's practice squad on Friday. Also Friday:—Buffalo placed starting left tackle Dion Dawkins on the COVID-19 list, leaving his status uncertain for Sunday against Carolina. The Dolphins had three running backs on the COVID-19 list before Gaskin was cleared.

The NFL has moved three games because of COVID-19 outbreaks: Las Vegas at Cleveland from Saturday to Monday; and Seattle at the Los Angeles Rams and Washington at Philadelphia from Sunday to Tuesday.

APTOPIX Cowboys Washington Football Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) fumbles the ball as he is sacked by Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Micah Parsons (11) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Landover, Md. — (AP) — Micah Parsons sacked Taylor Heinicke twice and forced a fumble that was returned for a touchdown, helping the Dallas Cowboys make good on coach Mike McCarthy’s guarantee by holding on to beat Washington 27-20 Sunday and snap their rival's winning streak at four. The Cowboys staked themselves to such a big lead thanks to a big first-half showing by their defense. By far the biggest crowd to witness a Washington home game this season saw Heinicke get sacked four times and exit with a left knee injury. WASHINGTON'S THIRD QBWith Allen replacing Heinicke, Washington has now had at least three quarterbacks take a snap for the fourth consecutive season.

The Dallas Cowboys made good on coach Mike McCarthy’s guarantee by holding on to beat Washington 27-20 and snap their rival’s winning streak at four.

Kendall Fuller intercepted Russell Wilson’s pass on a 2-point conversion attempt, and Washington held on to beat the Seattle Seahawks 17-15 for the team’s third consecutive victory.

Tom Brady threw two interceptions in the first quarter as part of an implosion by the reigning Super Bowl champions, helping Washington upset the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 29-19 despite losing Chase Young to injury.

Tom Brady's 600th career touchdown pass in the regular season is among four for the seven-time champ as the defending Super Bowl champion Buccaneers beat the Chicago Bears 38-3. Brady's 600th career touchdown pass in the regular season is among four in the first half as the Buccaneers lead 35-3. The third touchdown pass of the day from Aaron Rodgers has given Green Bay a 21-7 lead early in the third quarter against Washington. Washington’s Taylor Heinicke, who grew up a fan of Brett Favre, opened with a 40-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin. Tom Brady is trying to lead Tampa Bay to the first 6-1 start in franchise history.

Stafford reached his milestone with a 2-yard pass to Cooper Kupp in the second quarter against Stafford's former team, the Detroit Lions. Brady's 600th career touchdown pass in the regular season is among four in the first half as the Buccaneers lead 35-3. Matthew Stafford led a long drive in his first chance against his former team, but the Rams settled for a field goal. The rookie Chase had the second 200-yard game in the NFL this season with 201 yards and a TD. Washington’s Taylor Heinicke, who grew up a fan of Brett Favre, opened with a 40-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin.

Brady's 600th career touchdown pass in the regular season is among four in the first half as the Buccaneers lead 35-3. The first was the 600th for the 44-year-old Brady and gave the Bucs a 21-0 lead in the final seconds of the first quarter. — Greg Beacham reporting from Los Angeles___5:25 p.m.Tom Brady has become the first to throw 600 touchdown passes in the regular season. The third touchdown pass of the day from Aaron Rodgers has given Green Bay a 21-7 lead early in the third quarter against Washington. Washington’s Taylor Heinicke, who grew up a fan of Brett Favre, opened with a 40-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin.

Or as Mahomes says, sometimes a guy just wants to lay there after getting hit hard, especially on fourth down. The rookie Chase had the second 200-yard game in the NFL this season with 201 yards and a TD. Aaron Rodgers has thrown for three touchdowns to help Green Bay win its sixth consecutive game since losing the opener. The third touchdown pass of the day from Aaron Rodgers has given Green Bay a 21-7 lead early in the third quarter against Washington. Washington’s Taylor Heinicke, who grew up a fan of Brett Favre, opened with a 40-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin.

The former Philadelphia tight end had a spectacular first catch from Kyler Murray with the undefeated Cardinals against Houston. Aaron Rodgers has thrown for three touchdowns to help Green Bay win its sixth consecutive game since losing the opener. Darnold was 16 of 25 for 111 yards with an interception in a 25-3 loss to the New York Giants. The third touchdown pass of the day from Aaron Rodgers has given Green Bay a 21-7 lead early in the third quarter against Washington. Washington’s Taylor Heinicke, who grew up a fan of Brett Favre, opened with a 40-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin.

Aaron Rodgers threw touchdown passes to three receivers and the Green Bay Packers defeated Washington 24-10 for their sixth consecutive victory.

Tampa Bay is 6-1 for the first time in franchise history, and Las Vegas is 2-0 without Jon Gruden.

Dustin Hopkins made a 43-yard field goal on an untimed down, and Washington defeated the New York Giants 30-29.

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Rookie running back Jaret Patterson did a little bit of everything and scored the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter in Washington’s 17-13 preseason victory over the Cincinnati Bengals on Friday night.

Ryan Fitzpatrick has agreed to sign a one-year deal with Washington, according to a person with direct knowledge of the move. Veteran quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick and cornerback William Jackson have agreed to sign with the Washington Football Team, according to a person with direct knowledge of the moves. The team now has Fitzpatrick, journeyman-turned-playoff standout Taylor Heinicke and coach Ron Rivera favorite Kyle Allen under contract at quarterback. AdJackson, 28, joins Washington after four seasons with the Bengals during which he recorded three interceptions in 59 games, including 48 starts. He replaces Ronald Darby, who left Washington after one season to sign a $30 million, three-year deal with the Denver Broncos.

Washington re-signed quarterback Taylor Heinicke to an $8.75 million, two-year contract, Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File)Washington re-signed quarterback Taylor Heinicke on Wednesday to a two-year, $8.75 million contract. Heinicke was out of football and taking college classes online when Washington signed him to the practice squad in December. “We all saw how Taylor Heinicke played in the playoff game,” executive vice president of personnel and football Marty Hurney said. Signed to be the “quarantine quarterback," Heinicke went 12 of 19 for 137 yards and a touchdown in that game.

Brady is shooting for his seventh ring when he leads the Buccaneers (14-5) against the reigning champion Chiefs (16-2) in Super Bowl 55 on Sunday. Brady's postseason record includes a 33-11 mark, 14 conference championship appearances and 10 trips to the Super Bowl. If the Bucs dethrone the champs, Mahomes would become the sixth quarterback Brady has beaten multiple times in the playoffs. Although he’s not showing his age, 43, Brady will be the oldest to play in a Super Bowl, displacing Colts kicker Matt Stover, who was 42 in Super Bowl 44. Unlike Warner, he wasn't going to get ahead of himself and talk about anything but the Super Bowl title in front of him.

Brady threw for 381 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Tampa Bay Buccaneers past Washington 31-23 in their NFC wild-card game Saturday night for their first playoff victory since the 2002 season. Brady was critical of his play and the offense's performance in the red zone but relished picking up his 31st career postseason win. “Certainly a lot to improve on, but great to get a win,” said Brady, who was 22 of 40 passing. “We’re thrilled with the win,” Buccaneers tight end Cameron Brate said. In his only other game at Washington in 2016 with Pittsburgh, he had eight catches for 126 yards and two touchdowns.

Washington Football Team's Alex Smith plays during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. Alex Smith is the biggest reason Washington became the first team in the Super Bowl era to start 2-7 and make the playoffs. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton, File)If the Alex Smith story becomes a movie, Alex Smith doesn't want to see it. “When Alex Smith plays quarterback, they’re a heck of a football team,” Tampa Bay coach Bruce Arians said. "They’re an extremely well-coached team, a ton of talent on that defensive front, but Alex Smith is really the key to everything.”How is that possible?

“We win this game, find a way to win, win the division. He's assured of repeating as NFL rushing champ, the first since Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson in 2006-07. Henry has a career-high 1,777 yards rushing and ran for 212 yards in his most recent game against the Texans. Ezekiel Elliott, despite a mediocre performance in 2020, needs 63 yards rushing for 1,000 this season, his fourth such output in five seasons. Baltimore (10-5) at Cincinnati (4-10-1)During their four-game winning streak, the Ravens have averaged 37 points and 233.3 yards rushing per game.

Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke scrambles during an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally)Taylor Heinicke had math, not football, on his mind this fall. His course load: Mathematics in Nature, Number Theory and Discrete Mathematics, Applied Numerical Methods and Partial Differential Equations. “It’s somewhat unique to get incompletes because he had to join the football team,” said Melrose, who taught Heinicke Calculus III several years ago. Rivera didn't hesitate when asked if he thought Heinicke could handle it, which adds up given his experience.

Washington Football Team quarterback Dwayne Haskins (7) walking on the field before the start of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Landover, Md. Haskins started in place of injured quarterback Alex Smith despite being disciplined for breaking COVID-19 rules by partying with several people without a mask. “My time with the WFT has unfortunately come to an end,” Haskins tweeted. “I thank the team & fans for the opportunity to play for the team I grew up rooting for. The team's last first-round QB bust, Robert Griffin III, tweeted Monday: “Wishing the best for (Haskins).

Haskins' failed second chance coupled with a special teams blunder and defensive miscues added up to Washington blowing its first chance to clinch the NFC East by losing to the Carolina Panthers 20-13 on Sunday. I should’ve played better.”By the time Heinicke entered early in the fourth quarter with Washington down 14, it was too late. With Christian McCaffrey out again, Curtis Samuel had five catches for 106 yards and was the Panthers' leading rusher with 52 yards on seven carries. 2 pick forced Bridgewater to fumble on a sack in Washington territory early in the third quarter to prevent Carolina from putting up even more points. Washington: Gets another chance to win the NFC East next Sunday at Philadelphia.

Washington Football Team quarterback Dwayne Haskins (7) as he prepares to throw the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Landover, Md. The organization fined Haskins $40,000 for violating COVID-19 protocols, according to a person with knowledge of the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team had not announced the fine. Haskins started and threw two interceptions in a 20-15 loss to Seattle before the incident that led to the fine. Haskins said he understood this could be his final chance with Washington.