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Former Patriots WR visiting Commanders that could be a steal
Former Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne is back on the market and the Washington Commanders might be his next stop.
According to NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport, Bourne is set to visit the Commanders on Tuesday after meeting with the San Francisco 49ers on Monday.
The wideout recently requested his release from the New England Patriots, and with that granted, he’s now searching for the right fit on a new team.
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For the Commanders, Bourne represents an intriguing option to add to the wide receiver room. His best season came in 2021 with the Patriots when he hauled in 55 receptions for 800 yards and 5 touchdowns. Last season was a step back as he was limited to 12 games with nine starts while recovering from a Torn ACL he suffered in 2023. He ended with just 305 yards and 1 touchdown on 28 catches.
While battling foot injuries this preseason,the encouraging news is that Bourne recently posted a workout video on YouTube showing he’s moving well and said his foot feels great heading into his next opportunity.
Bourne has also been through high-level competition before. He spent the first four years of his career with the 49ers, where he played alongside their newest acquisition Deebo Samuel and was part of their 2020 Super Bowl run. That connection could help in Washington since he’d be reuniting a key piece of the Commanders offense. If signed, Bourne would slot in behind the projected starting trio of Terry McLaurin, Samuel, and Noah Brown, while likely battling rookie Jaylin Lane for the fourth receiver spot.
Depth has been a priority for Washington this offseason, and the wide receiver position is no different. While McLaurin and Samuel form a strong duo, injuries can shift a season quickly, so adding a proven veteran like Bourne would make sense. He brings size, reliable hands, and playoff experience, something that would be valuable in a supporting role.
There’s also the competition factor. Bourne pushing Lane in training camp would only sharpen both players, and the Commanders could end up with a more complete rotation. Plus, his familiarity with Samuel could make the transition smoother if he lands in Washington.
At the end of the day, Bourne’s visit is am opportunity for the team if he proves he’s fully healthy, Washington could have another steady veteran option ready to make an impact in 2025.
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A 26-year-old man had an argument with a co-worker before allegedly fatally shooting the colleague in Washington Heights, prosecutors said Friday.
Bobby Martin, who was charged with first-degree murder Thursday, made his first appearance Friday in Cook County court.
Martin, is accused of killing his co-worker, Antoine Alexander, 32, in a parking lot at 9411 S Ashland Ave about 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, according to Chicago police.
Prosecutors said Martin and Alexander worked together at an armed security company and got into a verbal altercation inside the guard shack on Tuesday afternoon. During the altercation, prosecutors said Alexander removed his bullet proof vest and threw it to the ground. A witness, another co-worker, then told the defendant and the victim to take the altercation outside.
After stepping outside, the defendant pulled his firearm and fired one shot into the victims abdomen, prosecutors said. The victim’s firearm was holstered at the time of the argument and the shooting. The defendant fled the scene and came into contact with another co-worker, whom he told that he had just shot Alexander.
Alexander was then taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he was pronounced dead.
Martin was arrested by authorities three blocks from his home approximately 20 minutes after the shooting, prosecutors said.
Martin was detained and will appear in court again on March 17, authorities said.
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Trinity Rodman signs record deal with Washington Spirit
USWNT forward Trinity Rodman signed a three-year deal with the NWSL’s Washington Spirit. The deal makes Rodman the highest-paid female footballer in the world.
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Washington Spirit goalkeeper Aubrey Kingsbury has announced that she and her husband Matt are expecting a baby in July.
The couple made the announcement in a video on the Spirit’s social media channels, holding a baby goalkeeper jersey on the pitch at Audi Field.
Kingsbury becomes the most recent Spirit star to go on maternity leave, following defender Casey Krueger, midfielder Andi Sullivan and forward Ashley Hatch.
Sullivan gave birth to daughter Millie in July, while Hatch welcomed her son Leo in January.
Krueger announced she was pregnant with her second child in October.
Kingsbury has served as the Spirit’s starting goalkeeper since 2018, and has been named the NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year twice (2019 and 2021).
The 34-year-old has two caps with the U.S. women’s national team, and was named to the 2023 World Cup roster.
The club captain will leave a major void for the Spirit, who have finished as NWSL runner-up in back-to-back seasons.
Sandy MacIver and Kaylie Collins are expected to compete for the starting role while Kingsbury is on maternity leave.
The Spirit kick off their 2026 campaign on March 13 against the Portland Thorns.
YAKIMA, Wash. — Yakima could soon take a major step toward redesigning Sixth Avenue after the Washington State Public Works Board awarded the city a $985,600 loan.
The loan was approved for the design engineering phase of the Sixth Avenue project. The funding can also be used along Sixth Avenue for utility replacement and updated ADA use.
The Yakima City Council must decide whether to accept the award. If the council accepts it, the city’s engineering work will move forward with the design of Sixth Avenue.
The cost of installing trolley lines is excluded from the plan. The historic trolleys would need to raise the funds required to add trolley lines.
The award is scheduled to be discussed during next week’s City Council meeting.
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