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Cole Thompson

Cole Thompson

Joined: Feb 4, 2021

Cole Thompson is a sports writer and columnist covering the NFL and college sports for SI's Fan Nation. A 2016 graduate from The University of Alabama, follow him on Twitter @MrColeThompson

Commanders QB Carson Wentz in Preseason Loss: Predictable or Promising?
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Commanders QB Carson Wentz in Preseason Loss: Predictable or Promising?

Washington Commanders new quarterback Carson Wentz showed consistency in his first start.

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Inside or Out, Benjamin St-Juste Still Finding Footing in Commanders Defense
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Inside or Out, Benjamin St-Juste Still Finding Footing in Commanders Defense

Moving full-time inside, Benjamin St-Juste is starting to get more comfortable as the Commanders' starting nickel defender.

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'Never Satisfied': Commanders OT Sam Cosmi Looking For Consistency in Year 2
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'Never Satisfied': Commanders OT Sam Cosmi Looking For Consistency in Year 2

After a promising rookie season, Sam Cosmi looks for consistency in Year 2 on the Commanders' offensive line.

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Commanding Respect: Washington Defense Impresses at Camp
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Commanding Respect: Washington Defense Impresses at Camp

Washington's defense looked the part of top-10 unit during practice.

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'Call Me RB': Washington's Antonio Gibson Embracing Position Switch in Year 3
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'Call Me RB': Washington's Antonio Gibson Embracing Position Switch in Year 3

Entering training camp, Washington Commanders running back Antonio Gibson is expecting a more running back style role moving as he begins his third season.

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'Another Myles Garrett': All-Pro Potential in Commanders Chase Young?
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'Another Myles Garrett': All-Pro Potential in Commanders Chase Young?

ESPN's Booger McFarland is buying into the Chase Young hype ahead of the 2022 season.

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Commanders WR Terry McLaurin Set for Career Season?
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Commanders WR Terry McLaurin Set for Career Season?

Now signed through 2025, Terry McLaurin could be up for a breakout season

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Commanders DB Bobby McCain Taking On Leadership Role In Secondary
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Commanders DB Bobby McCain Taking On Leadership Role In Secondary

As a veteran of the roster, Bobby McCain is taking the proper steps as a leader for the Washington Commanders' locker room

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Curtis Samuel Return: Difference-Maker For Commanders Offense?
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Curtis Samuel Return: Difference-Maker For Commanders Offense?

A healthy Curtis Samuel for 17 games might help Washington make the jump back to the postseason

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Time to Trade Daron Payne? D-Lineman Again Sits Out Washington Commanders OTA Drills
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Time to Trade Daron Payne? D-Lineman Again Sits Out Washington Commanders OTA Drills

Starting to see a pattern here.

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What Are Pros And Cons Of Trading Commanders DL Daron Payne?
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What Are Pros And Cons Of Trading Commanders DL Daron Payne?

Daron Payne could be on the move in the coming weeks, but what are the ramifications of getting a deal done?

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Soaking It In: Commanders Rookie WR Taking 'Sponge' Approach in OTAs
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Soaking It In: Commanders Rookie WR Taking 'Sponge' Approach in OTAs

Jahan Dotson is trying to take everything in early on at OTAs for the Washington Commanders

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