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Terry McLaurin is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Seahawks due to a re-injured quadriceps, missing his second consecutive game after initially injuring his quad in Week 3. Despite a brief return, he has only played 153 snaps this season with 13 catches for 203 yards and a touchdown.
Jayden Daniels, the NFL quarterback who excelled last season and was named AP offensive rookie of the year, is highly motivated and focused on improving further in his second year, with his coach and offensive coordinator noting his relentless work ethic and the team's plans to expand their playbook and scheme to help him reach an elite level.
Bobby Gould presents a comprehensive offseason plan for the Washington Football Team, including franchise tag decisions, free agency signings, potential cuts, and a detailed mock draft. The plan involves re-signing key players, making internal and external signings, and addressing roster needs through the draft, ultimately aiming for a full rebuild and a small trade back to acquire more picks.
Caleb Williams expresses excitement about the possibility of being drafted by the Chicago Bears but also remains open to being selected by any team, emphasizing that he is not pushing any agenda. If not chosen by the Bears, a homecoming with the Washington Football Team would be "really cool" for the Heisman Trophy winner. Despite a slight dip in his stats, Williams is still considered a top prospect for the upcoming NFL draft and will be attending the scouting combine for meetings with teams and media.
Washington Football Team's kicker Dustin Hopkins is "unlikely" to play in the upcoming game due to a groin injury, prompting the team to sign kicker Joey Slye from the San Francisco 49ers' practice squad as a potential replacement.
As the Washington Football Team approaches the NFL trade deadline, there is speculation about which impending free agents they should consider trading for draft capital. Players like Curtis Samuel, Kendall Fuller, Chase Young, Jacoby Brissett, Cody Barton, Montez Sweat, Kam Curl, and Antonio Gibson are mentioned as potential trade candidates. The article argues that trading these players now would allow Washington to receive guaranteed draft picks for the 2024 season, rather than relying on compensatory picks in 2025. The decision to trade or keep these players will depend on the team's goals and the offers they receive.
Former Washington Football Team head coach Jay Gruden criticizes owner Dan Snyder for making personnel decisions without putting in the necessary work, including drafting and signing players. Gruden emphasizes the importance of owners being knowledgeable and involved in the scouting process, citing his positive experience with Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown. Gruden believes Snyder's departure will benefit the team and its fans moving forward.
Proposed Commanders owner Josh Harris and top minority investor Mitchell Rales met with the NFL for 2.5 hours to address concerns about the debt structure of their $6.05 billion transaction to potentially buy the Washington Football Team from Daniel Snyder. The league is trying to ensure the franchise will be financially viable post-closing, but fans eager to see Snyder go should support measures aimed at preventing funding issues that could harm the team's competitiveness.
Washington Football Team's rookie quarterback Sam Howell is showing promise during OTAs, with coaches and players noting his confidence and knowledge of the new offensive system. While it is still early, Howell's performance is being compared favorably to that of Taylor Heinicke and Carson Wentz last season. The article also recalls the story of Heath Shuler's holdout in 1994 and how it was quickly apparent that the 7th round pick, Gus Frerotte, was a better quarterback than the 3rd overall pick.
Mike Florio presented his Commanders sale theory to The Sports Junkies, suggesting that the Washington Football Team could change its name to the Commanders and sell the naming rights to the highest bidder. Florio believes this could generate significant revenue for the team and help distance it from its controversial past. However, the team has not yet announced any plans to change its name or sell naming rights.
Cam Sims, a long-time wide receiver and special teams player for the Washington Football Team, has signed with the Las Vegas Raiders in free agency. While he may be buried on the offensive depth chart, his special teams prowess and familiarity with the Raiders' new passing game coordinator, Scott Turner, should give him an advantage in his quest for a roster spot. Sims had his best season in 2021 with 32 catches for 477 yards and a touchdown, but was primarily a special teams player in 2022.