Sam Fortier

Washington, D.C.

Reporter covering the Washington Commanders

Education: Syracuse University, B.S. in magazine journalism

Sam Fortier is a beat writer for The Post covering Washington's NFL team. He previously covered the Washington Nationals' World Series-winning season, and before joining The Post in April 2019, he covered the Los Angeles Chargers for the Athletic. Fortier was born and raised in Strafford, N.H.
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Comer prepares legislation that could allow Commanders stadium at RFK

The House Oversight Committee chairman's RFK legislation could mark a major development in Mayor Muriel E. Bowser's push to bring the Commanders back to D.C.

July 6, 2023

As D.C. eyes Commanders, tension with the city’s other pro teams simmers

In recent months, representatives from Monumental and the Nationals have spoken with city officials about the funding of facilities improvements.

June 23, 2023

At minicamp, the Commanders’ defense looks deep on talent — and swagger

For all the excitement Washington’s offense has generated this spring, the defense has quietly held its own.

June 8, 2023

The Commanders are all in on Sam Howell. But don’t forget Jacoby Brissett.

Howell has taken all the first-team reps during Washington's offseason workouts. But Brissett remains a viable option to play — or start.

June 7, 2023

Eric Bieniemy has a lot of weapons, and he’s learning how to use them

Bieniemy will wrestle with the same problem Washington’s former offensive coordinator wasn’t able to solve: What is the optimal way to spread the ball around?

June 2, 2023

Led by Sam Howell and Eric Bieniemy, Commanders have a new vibe on offense

Last year, the Commanders’ offense torpedoed the team’s season. With a new offensive coordinator and a new quarterback, can things change?

May 24, 2023

As stadium competition looms, Commanders lobby Congress over future of RFK

The Commanders are lobbying legislators to give D.C. control over the site, which would pave the way for the city to offer it as a potential home for the team.

May 4, 2023

Commanders have addressed nearly every major weakness. Will that be enough?

With new ownership looming, Ron Rivera needs to win in 2023. The Commanders have done just about all they can to make that happen.

April 30, 2023

Commanders 2023 NFL draft class: What each player brings to the roster

Washington addressed glaring needs early and solidified the margins of the roster late. First-round corner Emmanuel Forbes Jr. figures to be an immediate starter.

April 29, 2023

New Commanders CB Emmanuel Forbes’s ‘surreal’ first day in Washington

Forbes flew to the Washington, D.C., area Friday and spoke with the media after being picked No. 16 in the NFL draft Thursday night.

April 28, 2023