HBCU players have been an integral part of the NFL’s history. From Jerry Rice to Larry Little and Walter Payton, the league has been shaped by talented athletes from historically black colleges and universities. Now, this year’s group of HBCU prospect are looking to follow in their footsteps. In anticipation for the 2022 NFL Draft and in honor of Black History Month, let’s look at some HBCU prospects from the DMV to watch this offseason. 

Glenn joins the Commanders after most recently serving as the linebackers coach for the Seattle Seahawks (2018-23). 

Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. wrapped up their introductory press conferences earlier today. Here are 10 takeaways from what they said to the media. 

The Washington Commanders announced today that they have made the following changes to the coaching staff.

Washington Commanders offensive and defensive coordinators Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr. will address the media for the first time on Thursday, Feb. 15. Here's how to watch their introductory press conference.

Newmark joins the Commanders with 28 years of NFL experience, including 26 seasons with the Detroit Lions. He most recently held the role of senior director of player personnel for Detroit and helped oversee both the college and pro scouting operations. 

From now until the week of the draft, members of our content production studio are going to release competing mock drafts laying out not only who we believe the Commanders will take at No. 2 overall, but also the team’s entire draft haul. The mock drafts will be created using Pro Football Focus’ mock draft simulator. 

General manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn have been charged with the task of turning the Commanders’ roster, which finished 4-13 a year ago, into a playoff contender that can compete with the NFL’s best for years to come.

Ahead of the Commanders’ New Years Eve game, SeatGeek Legends Plaza was bustling as the 2023 Shop Black Market provided a special hub for fans to learn about and buy goods from local Black-owned businesses.  

The Commanders and Toys for Tots aren’t new partners, but the relationship has taken on an increased vigor this year.

In partnership with Northwest Federal Credit Union and the Washington Commanders, the students were able to have a day of experiential learning, bonding and making lasting, important memories on the grounds of confidence and empowerment.

From the parking lots and concourses to the field and skies, FedExField was a sight to behold on Nov. 19 as the Commanders put a focus on celebrating the military community in its many forms. 

In his job, which he started during training camp, VanDruff has relished the opportunity to make everyone’s life -- from the athletic trainers to the team doctors to the players -- a little easier.

The foster families and advocates are getting pretty used to seeing the face of Washington’s #17 out in the community. Giving back to kids is one of his biggest passions and linking arms with CASA D.C. has become a favorite way of getting involved in events throughout the year.