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Daily Slop - 14 Apr 25 - The Athletic immediately un-makes Commanders’ magic ‘24 season with 2024 re-draft

A collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, and a sprinkling of other stuff

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Redrafting the 2024 NFL Draft: Jayden Daniels or Caleb Williams at No. 1?​

[W]elcome back to another redraft. This time, we’ll tackle the 2024 draft — one that definitely lived up to the hype in some areas, while also leaving a few teams wanting more.

(Note: The order reflects how it stood entering Round 1, thereby resetting some trades that shuffled the board.)

1. Chicago Bears: Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU​

Original pick: Caleb Williams, QB, USC

It’d be almost impossible to say the Bears regret drafting Williams No. 1, as the rookie had a very productive first season and was playing better at the end of the year than the beginning. It’s literally impossible, though, to say another rookie QB outperformed Daniels. Now Washington’s franchise player, Daniels had one of the most poised and productive rookie seasons in NFL history.

2. Washington Commanders: Caleb Williams, QB, USC​

Original pick: Jayden Daniels, QB, LSU

The Bears finished Williams’ rookie year 5-12, but it wasn’t the quarterback’s fault. Williams set multiple franchise rookie records, including TD passes (20), passing yards (3,541), completions (351) and rushing yards (489). Chicago has no regrets. For our purpose here, though, Daniels was better.

4. Arizona Cardinals: Malik Nabers, WR, LSU​

Original pick: Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State

We wrote (many times) last winter about how some NFL scouts believed Nabers was a better prospect than Harrison. At least for one season, those scouts were correct. Nabers set the NFL record for receptions in a season by a rookie (109) and totaled 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns, while playing with one of the worst QB situations in football.

6. New York Giants: Brock Bowers, TE, Georgia​

Original pick: Malik Nabers, WR, LSU

The Giants certainly hit the jackpot with Nabers, so it’s hard to say they should’ve done something else here. But he’s off the board this time around, so it’s Bowers. The tight end was the best rookie pass catcher in the history of the league last year, with a ridiculous 112-catch, 1,194-yard season, on a team without a true starting QB.

7. Tennessee Titans: Bo Nix, QB, Oregon​

Original pick: JC Latham, OT, Alabama

Like the Giants, the Titans remain firmly in quarterback hell and still haven’t found a firm path out (although, Cam Ward’s probably coming soon). This is a team that really should’ve taken advantage of last year’s quarterback class, regardless of how it felt about an unproven Will Levis. Nix absolutely outperformed expectations last year in Denver and appears to have a bright future.

12. Denver Broncos: Taliese Fuaga, OT, Oregon State​

Original pick: Bo Nix, QB, Oregon

Fuaga had a terrific rookie season after being thrown into the fire at left tackle in New Orleans. There are still improvements to be made regarding Fuaga’s pass pro, but he had dominant flashes in the ground game as a rookie.

19. Los Angeles Rams: Quinyon Mitchell, CB, Toledo​

Original pick: Jared Verse, edge, Florida State

As expected, Mitchell immediately found his footing as an NFL cornerback and was one of the league’s best full-time starters, wire-to-wire — all the way through the Super Bowl. It was a great start for what looks like a great player.

22. Philadelphia Eagles: Nate Wiggins, CB, Clemson​

Original pick: Quinyon Mitchell, CB, Toledo

Wiggins proved to be another masterclass scouting job by the Ravens, who simply pick the best player on their board every time their name is called — and it almost always works out. The Clemson product was up and down early last season, but he settled in just before the midway point and never looked back, finishing with 10 forced incompletions and eight pass breakups.

24. Dallas Cowboys: Olu Fashanu, OT, Penn State​

Original pick (traded to DET): Terrion Arnold, CB, Alabama

The Jets were very patient with Fashanu, who was light on experience in college, and wound up getting five solid starts from the former Penn State star to close the year. If his health cooperates and his development continues, Fashanu could be a huge part of the Jets’ future.

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Bullock’s Film Room (subscription)​

Mock Draft Monday: 3 Commanders Mock Drafts​

Breaking down 3 different mock draft scenarios for the Commanders

With the NFL Draft just 10 days away, I thought it’d be fun to start putting together some mock drafts for the Commanders. To do this, I tried a few different mock draft simulator machines that are available online. For today’s post, I settled on the Pro Football & Sports Network simulator, mainly because it had a free trade function. I set the machine to four rounds because I wanted to cover at least three picks and the Commanders don’t currently have a third round pick, so I extended it to four rounds. I don’t know many of the prospects available after that, so that’s why I’m not doing a full seven round mock draft. Here are the three scenarios I came up with, let me know your thoughts in the comments section!

Scenario 1 - No trades, best player available​

In the first scenario, I opted to decline all trade offers and just sit at the Commanders current picks, taking the best player available. Here’s the result.

First round, pick 29 - Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State.

It might not be the most popular pick and it definitely isn’t the biggest need, but Josh Simmons could be one of the best talents available at pick 29. Most Commanders fans have looked away from the offensive line since the Laremy Tunsil trade, understandably, but Simmons is a very high upside tackle prospect with great size and athletic ability. Had he not suffered a knee injury midway through the season, he might have solidified himself as a top 10 pick. Obviously, the Commanders would have to be comfortable with that injury and the chance he could miss time to start the season, but we saw last year they were comfortable doing that with Johnny Newton to land what they felt was the best available talent.

Scenario 2 - Trade back with Bears, get lucky​

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Riggo’s Rag​

Commanders NFL Draft 2025: RB Ollie Gordon II Scouting Report​

The Commanders are looking to strengthen their running back room.

Of all the positional needs the Washington Commanders have heading into the 2025 NFL Draft, running back doesn’t figure to be a high priority.

All four backs who shared the ball in 2024 — Brian Robinson Jr., Austin Ekeler, Jeremy McNichols, and Chris Rodriguez Jr. — are still on the roster. However, the recent emergence of the position in modern NFL offenses has some observers thinking Kliff Kingsbury might want more flexibility and production in the backfield.

Ollie Gordon II NFL Player Comparison: James Conner​

Gordon has yet to display the ruggedness of James Conner. Even so, his combination of size, speed, and receiving skills suggest a young player who could blossom into a solid RB1 in time or form part of a dynamic rotation.

If he can improve his pass protection, Gordon could be an ideal fit in a Kliff Kingsbury scheme, and has the tools to step into Robinson’s workhorse role should the Alabama graduate depart after 2025.

Ollie Gordon II 2025 Draft Grade: 3rd-4th Round​

Peters is missing picks in the middle rounds, where Gordon is likely to be drafted. He makes sense if Washington swings a deal to move back early and pick up additional mid-round selections.

The Commanders reportedly have had multiple meetings with the Oklahoma State back, so he appears to be very much on Peters’ radar.

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Commanders Wire​

Commanders land surprising cornerback in new NBC mock draft​

A couple of days ago, the Sunday Night crew of Tony Dungy, Rodney Harrison, and Jac Collinsworth took turns alternating selections in their own first-round 2025 mock draft.

No. 29 Washington Commanders CB Benjamin Morrison, Notre Dame

JC: “Had he been healthy this year, I think he would have been a top-ten pick. He had a hip injury and missed their run to the playoffs and national championship game. Big physical guy, NFL bloodlines...”

TD: “This is where these guys go in the draft. They are guys that have high first-round talent, but something happened, injuries, style of defense, etc.”

RH: “I was a little surprised you didn’t go safety Xavier Watts, Notre Dame, because Jeremy Chinn left and they still need help at the safety position. The guy has tremendous instincts; he tackles well. He is just a playmaker, reads things before they happen.”

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Podcasts & videos​

Episode 1,049 - Josh Johnson having been on 14 NFL teams isn't a punchline. It's a credit to him. I discuss the Commanders signing him, including his admirable 2018 run with the Skins.

Worried about the Caps?
Wizards conclude tanking season with a WIN(?!)https://t.co/yMdiv7S1Vk

— Al Galdi (@AlGaldi) April 14, 2025​

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NFL.com​

Cowboys, Saints start offseason work on Monday​

The Cowboys and Saints will get the ball rolling on the 2025 season. Five other teams with new head coaches got to work last week and the rest of the league will be able to begin their programs next week.

Monday’s work will be the first that the Cowboys have done since Brian Schottenheimer was promoted from offensive coordinator to head coach and it will unfold at the same time that star defensive end Micah Parsons is working on a new contract with the team. It’s voluntary work, but the way that Parsons handles his participation will be something to watch until there’s some resolution on that front.

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Pro Football Talk​

Russell Wilson has started working with his Giants teammates​

Wilson shared photos from a workout at Georgia Tech to his Instagram story and it shows that he’s working with three of his targets. Wide receivers Darius Slayton and Wan’Dale Robinson joined tight end Theo Johnson at the session with Wilson.

Wilson’s last three seasons created plenty of doubt about his ability to be the kind of quarterback the Giants need to turn their fortunes around, but his bid to do so will only be helped by getting on the same page as his receivers as quickly as possible.

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Blogging the Boys​

Shedeur spin move​

There was a time when Deion Sanders said flatly that his son, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders would “for sure” be selected in the top three of the NFL Draft.

That was in the wayback days when Sanders was only going to visit with the Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns and New York Giants — the teams with the top three picks.

Now, Sanders has taken a visit to the Pittsburgh Steelers (picking No. 21) and will visit the Las Vegas Raiders (picking No. 6). And his camp, through willing intermediary Louis Riddick of ESPN, is broadcasting the idea that Sanders doesn’t want to go to the top three teams, anyway.

Yeah, right.

There was debate in the comments when I wrote the Sanders post earlier in the week about whether this was just Riddick talking, or whether this was Riddick delivering a message from the Sanders camp. I fully believe the latter.

As talented as Shedeur is, examples like this are part of the reason I have been in the ‘don’t draft Shedeur’ camp. When something doesn’t go the young man’s way, there is always the potential for Prime Time to use his platform and blame everyone else — the coach, the team, the organization he plays for — and try to absolve Shedeur.

A coach and GM fighting for their jobs and without the cachet to control that distraction don’t need the headache.

One thing I need to add: This actually isn’t about Shedeur. He’s always smiling in interviews I see. He seems polite. He seems grounded. He seems to have his priorities in order. He will likely be a good NFL quarterback.

It’s about what comes with him.

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Pro Football Talk​

Will Campbell the betting favorite to go No. 4 overall in 2025 NFL draft​

LSU offensive tackle Will Campbell has emerged as the betting favorite to be the fourth overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Campbell is now a -155 favoite to be taken with the fourth overall pick. The betting odds have Miami quarterback Cam Ward an overwhelming favorite to go first overall, Colorado wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter favored to go second, and Penn State pass rusher Abdul Carter favored to go third.

The Patriots own the fourth overall pick and are looking to bolster the offensive line to protect last year’s first-round pick, quarterback Drake Maye.

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ESPN​

With Flacco signing, Browns in position to forgo QB at No. 2 in draft​

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Friday morning that the Browns and Joe Flacco reached agreement on a one-year, $4 million deal that could reach $13 million with incentives. The move brings Flacco back to Cleveland, where he won the NFL’s Comeback Player of the Year award in 2023 and helped lead the Browns to the playoffs amid quarterback turmoil.

Flacco threw for over 300 yards in four straight wins — the Browns went 4-1 in his five regular-season starts — before the run came to an end in a loss to the Houston Texans in the wild-card round.

With the Tennessee Titans likely to select Miami quarterback Cam Ward with the No. 1 pick — Schefter reported after his Pro Day that the Titans have become increasingly impressed with him — Hunter has become the betting favorite to be the Browns’ first selection. ESPN’s Draft Predictor gives Hunter more than a 40% chance to be Cleveland’s pick. Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter has more than a 30% chance to be the selection, while Hunter’s teammate, quarterback Shedeur Sanders, has an 11% chance to be the pick.

“It would be great if we could get ‘the quarterback,’ but we’re not going to force it,” Haslam said. “We’re going to be patient and we’re going to try to accumulate as many really good football players as we can.”

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NFL.com​

Seahawks GM John Schneider: ‘I’d be careful’ when you hear it’s not a great draft for QBs​

Last week, during his radio show, Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider pushed back on the notion that it might be a weak QB class overall.

“I’d be careful when you hear people say this isn’t a great draft [for quarterbacks],” he said, via the team’s official website. “I think it depends on the team, the player, the quarterback, how you’re going to acquire him, where you’re going to acquire him.”

The Seahawks signed Sam Darnold this offseason after trading away Geno Smith. The Darnold contract, however, gives the club an out next year if things don’t go as planned. The signing of Drew Lock as a backup and the presence of Sam Howell gives the Seahawks a pretty stocked QB room. It’s probably not a position Schneider will look to add early in the draft, but in those middle or later rounds, it could be a consideration — particularly if he genuinely believes that it could be a deep draft at quarterback.

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Front Office Sports​

Iamaleava Departure Exposes Cracks in NIL Era As Criticism Mounts​

Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava’s departure over an NIL dispute is causing some strong reactions from coaches and other college football insiders.

In the aftermath of Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava and the Volunteers football program parting ways due to an NIL (name, image, and likeness) dispute, most of the college football world is siding with the school, not the player.

Fox’s No. 1 college football TV analyst Joel Klatt called the Tennessee–Iamaleava “wild and yet totally predictable!”

“Of course this was going to happen when there are no guard rails and rules to govern the business and movement of the sports players,” Klatt tweeted. “You may not like what Nico is doing but it is certainly his right.”

ESPN’s Adam Rittenberg wrote, “The disruptiveness of moves like Nico’s—when it happened, how many people and teams it could impact—should be an inflection point for CFB, but probably won’t be. We’ll get another set of complaints, pleas to congress, and nothing will change. Rinse and repeat.”

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All aTwitter​

The countdown is on @SeatGeek | #RaiseHail pic.twitter.com/7DjiNW4HD5

— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) April 13, 2025​

The official recognition and improved compensation of the Nickel/Slot CB reflects the importance of the 3rd corner. With teams operating primarily out of “11” personnel, the need for a 3rd CB on the field with a specific set of skills needed to play inside has forced teams to… https://t.co/PYSqHafooq

— Bucky Brooks (@BuckyBrooks) April 13, 2025​

Now that I’m through them all, I can say this.

A lot of the top running backs in this class are brilliant runners, but my goodness they are terrible in pass protection.

How can you be so violent when delivering a blow, and so passive when taking one? I don’t get it.

— Brett Kollmann (@BrettKollmann) April 13, 2025​

Jeanty came out to an 81 on my scale, and both Hampton and Henderson were at 80, for what it's worth.

If Raiders passed on Ashton to get something else and then traded back into the 1st round to get Chip's guy, I would get it.

— Brett Kollmann (@BrettKollmann) April 14, 2025​

Former LSU WR Kyren Lacy, who was found dead Saturday in Houston, died in an apparent suicide in his car while being pursued by authorities, according to a Harrison County sheriff's report.

Content warning: This post includes discussion of suicide.

More: https://t.co/bwnSFgbrjS pic.twitter.com/YdWnC9Ppul

— ESPN (@espn) April 14, 2025​

If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or is in emotional distress, contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or at https://t.co/HfZjuMH2YE.

— ESPN (@espn) April 14, 2025​

Kyren Lacy’s father pic.twitter.com/j0C67yFVSD

— Forever Trill (@mccauley318) April 13, 2025​

posting a photo from last season every day until OTAs pic.twitter.com/x2548VWWol

— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) April 13, 2025​

You just had to be there
pic.twitter.com/wxMpyKoMYX

— Footballism (@FootbaIIism) April 12, 2025​

Der Gestürzte, by Wilhelm Lehmbruck, 1915-16, by @rheathcote pic.twitter.com/n0I5iBZ9Q6

— ArtButMakeItSports (@ArtButSports) April 13, 2025​

We’re not crying, you’re crying

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— PFSN (@PFN365) April 13, 2025​

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Source: https://www.hogshaven.com/2025/4/14...commanders-magic-24-season-with-2024-re-draft

 

[Washington Commanders]

Some potential draft scenarios for the Commanders in round one - What is your move?

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The offseason can be a boring time for some football fans. For others, free agency and the draft can happily occupy months until we get to see players on the field. I am a draft guy and love to scout collegiate prospects for potential fits on Washington’s football team. I put in countless hours per week watching film, listening to podcasts, talking with contacts and playing with the mock draft simulators.

I always like to view other mock drafts out there and compare them to how I would like to see things play out for the Commanders. It’s a futile exercise, but I have fun doing it - and hopefully it can educate our fan base on some prospects you may not be familiar with.

Below I put together a fun, interactive exercise that will hopefully get the comment section flowing. I have given you four different draft scenarios with our top pick. I used my own big board, then ran some sims on Pro Football Network’s Mock Draft Simulator to come up with what you see below. The simulator was just a tool I used for guidance, so that, combined with what you see in my notes, is how I arrived at each scenario.

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Scenario 1:​

Washington is on the clock at pick 29, and there is no enticing trade-back offer. Here are the prospects who are available who fit the value vs. need approach:

• Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M (projected top 20 pick who slipped)
• Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama (projected top 20 pick who slipped due to medicals)
• Grey Zabel, OL, North Dakota State
• Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College
• Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky
• TreVeyon Henderson, RB Ohio State

*Note: Top 3 wide receivers (McMillian, Golden and Egbuka) are all off the board. Top offensive tackles (Campbell, Membou, Banks and Simmons) have all been selected. Jeanty and Hampton have both been drafted and the top projected cornerbacks (Hunter, Barron and Johnson) are gone.

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Scenario 2: ​

Washington is on the clock at pick 29, and there is no enticing trade-back offer. Here are the prospects who are available who fit the value vs. need approach:

• Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State (projected top 20 pick who slipped due to medicals)
• Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State
• Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina
• Omarion Hampton, RB, UNC
• Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall (off-field concerns)
• TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State

*Note: Simmons, who is doing well in his rehab, is still a question mark as to whether he will be ready for camp. There was a run on EDGE prospects, and the top ones, including Ezeiruaku, have all been drafted. Green remains on the board presumably for some off-field concerns. Maxwell Hairston just went two picks before we were on the clock.

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Scenario 3: ​

Washington is on the clock at pick 29, and there is a trade offer from the Saints, who offered pick 40 and 71 to move up to 29. New Orleans drafted Will Johnson with the 9th pick and they are rumored to be targeting quarterback Jaxson Dart at 29. Here are the prospects who are available who fit the value vs. need approach:

• Omarion Hampton, RB, UNC
• Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College
• Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky
• TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State
• Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss
• Josh Conerly, OT, Oregon

*Note: The assumption here is that the players listed above will all be gone by pick 40. It’s impossible to project who will still be there at number 40, but most likely looking at an EDGE like Landon Jackson, a receiver like Jayden Higgins, a corner back like Benjamin Morrison (who has some injury concerns) and Azareye’h Thomas, and some safeties like Kevin Winston Jr. and Xavier Watts.

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Scenario 4:​

Washington is on the clock at pick 29, and there is a trade offer from the Browns, who offered pick 33 and 67 to move up to 29. The Browns drafted Travis Hunter at pick number two. They are looking to move back into the first round to take Ohio State tackle Josh Simmons, who has slipped a bit due to medicals. Here are the prospects who are available who fit the value vs. need approach:

Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State

Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina

Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College

TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State

Josh Conerly, OT, Oregon

Tre Harris, WR, Ole Miss

*Note: The trade offer is enticing, but there are two premier options still on the board here. If we make the trade, Simmons will be gone. Emmanwori will go to Buffalo or Kansas City and the Eagles will be all over Ezeiruaku at number 32. Henderson and Conerly will still likely be on the board at 33, and there are some corners and wide receivers who could offer good value.

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I look forward to reading your comments below.

Source: https://www.hogshaven.com/2025/4/14...ton-commanders-in-round-one-what-is-your-move

 

[Washington Commanders]

Daily Slop - 15 Apr 25 - Commanders are hosting more than 20 prospects on top-30 visits today

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A collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, and a sprinkling of other stuff

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The Athletic (paywall)​

Washington Commanders NFL Draft 2025 guide: Picks, predictions and key needs​

Commanders’ key positions of need​

Edge rusher: The Commanders ranked 30th against the run last season, with opponents finding big plays on the edge. Washington targeted help in free agency and perhaps found interesting run defender pieces in Deatrich Wise Jr. and Kinlaw. However, the position needs more youth and pass rushers.

Defensive back: The Commanders need cornerback depth, even if Marshon Lattimore rebounds after a trying half-season debut and Jones contributes outside or in the slot, depending on where Washington deploys Mike Sainristil.

Running back/playmaker: Offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury tactically maximized his options last season. More talent was required even before receivers Dyami Brown and Olamide Zaccheaus exited in free agency. Samuel and Michael Gallup are the only new options acquired, and while Samuel will occasionally play out of the backfield, Washington could use more breakaway ability in the running back room or elsewhere.

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Commanders.com​

Omarion Hampton could give Commanders ‘serious horsepower’​

The opinions expressed in this article do not reflect those of the team.

This week, Yahoo Sports’ Nate Tice and Charles McDonald have the Commanders taking one of the best running backs in a deep class.

Omarion Hampton being 100th percentile in yards after contact is amazing. also is very explosive (both on the field and with his combine testing) pic.twitter.com/PUqzL1Q8ox

— Tej Seth (@tejfbanalytics) April 8, 2025

Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina​

For all the positions the Washington Commanders could address with the 29th pick, running back is seemingly low on the list. The group is mostly unchanged with Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler at the top of the depth chart, and it fueled the team’s dominant rushing attack throughout the regular season.

But drafting for need is not general Adam Peters’ style. The Commanders want to fill their roster with good players, regardless of their position, in order to be as dynamic and explosive on both sides of the ball as possible. So, even though the draft is considered deep with talented running backs, it might make sense to take one of the best on the board.

Tice and McDonald certainly think so, which is why they have the Commanders taking Hampton out of UNC.

“This might feel like a luxury pick given the Commanders’ needs elsewhere, but they would have some serious horsepower on offense with the addition of Hampton,” Tice and McDonald wrote. “He has been a star of the draft process coming off the backs of a dominant season running the ball for UNC.”

Hampton was so dominant that there’s only a handful of players in UNC history who had better stints with the Tar Heels. He has the fourth-most career rushing yards (3,565) to go with 36 rushing touchdowns, which ranks third in program history. He has two of the school’s top 10 single-season performances in all-purpose yards, including a program-best 2,033 yards last season.

[A]s NBC’s Connor Rogers suggested in his mock draft, there could be an early run on other positions that would push Hampton down the order.

Regardless of the reason, many analysts have Hampton sliding in the draft far enough for the Commanders to take him.

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Riggo’s Rag​

Dream home-run Commanders trade option just fell into Adam Peters’ lap​

If the Commanders weren’t all-in already, they would be after this.

According to Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero from the NFL Network, the Miami Dolphins are looking to part ways with All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey. The respected insiders revealed that both parties are working on a potential transaction, and it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him land elsewhere in the coming days or weeks.

Commanders should inquire about potential Jalen Ramsey trade compensation​

This is a stunning development. The Dolphins might have struggled of late, but Ramsey remains one of the league’s best corners. His coverage capabilities are elite, and the player’s ability against the run is something else that could help the Commanders enormously in this scenario.

Miami has already paid Ramsey his $4 million roster bonus. This means that any team willing to come forward will take on around $21.1 million on his contract next season. It might be a step too far for Washington, but it wouldn’t hurt to place a call to find out one way or another.

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Pro Football Talk​

A pre-June 1 Jalen Ramsey trade would trigger a $25.213 million dead-money charge​

Last September, the Dolphins rushed to give cornerback Jalen Ramsey a contract with a new-money average of $24.1 million, days after the Broncos made cornerback Patrick Surtain II the highest-paid cornerback with a new-money average of $24 million.

Fewer than eight months later, the Dolphins are looking to trade Ramsey.

Which means they never should have given him his latest contract.

A trade will have significant consequences. Based on the terms of his contract from last year — and the existing proration from the prior deal — a trade before June 1 will trigger a $25.213 million dead-money charge.

Ramsey has already received a $4 million roster bonus on March 16. The best time to trade him would have been before that bill came due.

Ramsey also has a fully-guaranteed option bonus for 2025, in the amount of $18.98 million. The new team would be on the hook for that payment, along with a fully-guaranteed base salary for 2025 of $1.255 million. That’s $20.153 million for a 31-year-old cornerback whose best days are in the rear-view mirror.

It makes for a tough sell. The Dolphins may have to pay some of that $20.153 million to make a trade happen.

They’re going to pay it anyway, thanks to a contract that seemed like a stretch at the time and that now can fairly be called ill-advised.

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Podcasts & videos​

18 minutes of Commanders draft talk with me, @Mitch_Tischler and @thorku. Enjoy. https://t.co/hncrpzqSxW

— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) April 14, 2025​

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Barstool Sports​

Former GM Mike Tannenbaum Is Basically Saying There’s A Massive Dispute Inside The Giants Front Office Over Drafting Shedeur Sanders​

When this happens so late in the process either there’s a big disagreement in their building on their evaluation or their reacting to new information https://t.co/qOyHLD0xvr

— Mike Tannenbaum (@RealTannenbaum) April 15, 2025

Let’s be very clear, there is likely a dispute in the front office because John Mara’s old bag of bones still thinks he knows football and has his moron brother running around, despite trying to tell us Chris doesn’t do this anymore

Of course there’s going to be a dispute. You had John Mara come out and publicly say that Daboll/Schoen need to win this year or they are fired. They are now making short term moves to try and save their jobs instead of whatever is better for the franchise. John Mara is too dumb to realize that he’s driving the organization into the ground with this line of thinking and the fact that he’s gone through GM’s and coaches year after year.

[T]here’s just no way I can see the Giants picking outside the top-5 next year too. I’m sure they’ll win a game or two late that’s pointless and put ourselves back in this spot, but just take Travis Hunter or Abdul Carter, whoever is sitting at 3 right there.

So, yeah, no shit the Giants are meeting with a quarterback who will be sitting there at 3. It makes sense to do so. It doesn’t make sense to blindly take him though

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Articles​

Commanders Wire​

NFL announces 17 players to attend 2025 draft​

The NFL announced the 17 players, some of whom are expected to go among the first few picks, such as quarterback Cam Ward, cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter and edge rusher Abdul Carter. The NFL was careful only to invite the players it believes will go in the first round, so there are no embarrassing situations where a player is left waiting in the green room alone.

The NFL announced that 17 players will be in Green Bay for the draft. The betting odds say 16 of those players are likely first-round picks, but that Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe is not. https://t.co/hD7kmyKLvr

— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) April 15, 2025​

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Discussion topics​

Fox Sports​

Trade bait! One player from all 32 teams who could be dealt around the NFL Draft​

Dallas Cowboys: LB Micah Parsons​

He is arguably the best defensive player in football and the Cowboys say they intend to give him the massive contract he deserves … eventually. But every day they delay that seemingly inevitable outcome adds to the persistent murmurs that Dallas might deal him instead. The haul would be enormous. It would have to include multiple first-round picks, including at least one that’s pretty high, and possibly players, too. Dealing him might be raising a white flag on the 2025 season, but the king’s ransom in return could set them up for years to come.

Jacksonville Jaguars: RB Travis Etienne​

He ran for just 558 yards last season and was passed on the depth chart by Tank Bigsby. But he’s also a 26-year-old former first-round pick who ran for 1,000 yards in each of his first two NFL seasons and caught 58 passes two years ago, too. He’d cost his new team $6.1 million, which is a lot considering what happened last season. But he’ll be a free agent in March and sure looks like a player who might thrive with a change of scenery.

Las Vegas Raiders: TE Michael Mayer​

He’s a former second-round pick who’s had 48 catches for 460 yards in two seasons, which isn’t bad considering he’s only been targeted 72 times. In Las Vegas, that number won’t increase now that Brock Browers has quickly become a star. Bowers was targeted 153 times last year alone (112-1,194-5) and that’s not likely to change. So, while Mayer is a good backup, he’s also 24 years old and is signed for two more seasons. He’s good, cheap talent and if the Raiders were willing to deal him, they might be able to get a mid-round pick back, at least.

Los Angeles Rams: S Kam Curl​

The Rams’ pass defense wasn’t good last season and their secondary was a big reason why. Curl clearly didn’t have the impact many expected he’d have when he came over from Washington. But the Rams got Curl cheap, signing him to a surprisingly low two-year, $9 million deal, which makes him very tradeable.

New York Giants: Edge Kayvon Thibodeaux​

Trading a 25-year-old pass rusher who had 11.5 sacks two years ago wouldn’t make a lot of sense for a rebuilding team … unless it knows it’s got a replacement ready. So, this really depends on whether the Giants end up drafting Penn State’s Abdul Carter with the No. 3 pick. If they do, they might conclude that they’re not going to pay Thibodeaux big money when his contract expires after the season (or after 2026, if they pick up his fifth-year option), especially when they’ve already got huge money committed to DE Brian Burns and DT Dexter Lawrence. It might hurt them in the short term, but a deal could be a long-term help because a player like Thibodeaux could bring multiple premium draft picks in return.

Philadelphia Eagles: TE Dallas Goedert​

He can be one of the NFL’s best tight ends when he’s healthy, but there’s a significant block of games every year when he’s just not. He could still help the Eagles as they try to defend their Super Bowl title, but he’s also 30, heading toward free agency after the season, and GM Howie Roseman is always trying to stay one step ahead. If he can get a decent pick for Goedert and then replace him in the draft, he’ll have already prepared the Eagles for the future.

Washington Commanders: WR Noah Brown​

He’s a really good veteran receiver to have on the roster, and he feels like a lock for 30 catches and 450-plus yards every year. But he’s expendable now that the Commanders traded for Deebo Samuel. Plus, clearing him out makes room for Luke McCaffrey, last year’s third-rounder, to emerge as the No. 3 receiver. The Commanders also signed Michael Gallup, so they’re pretty loaded at this position. Plenty of teams would love a reliable veteran to fill their No. 3 role, just like the Commanders were when they acquired him [after he was released by] Houston last August.

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Front Office Sports​

Explosive Brett Favre Netflix Doc Is Cautionary Tale of Fame​

A new Netflix documentary pulls back the curtain on Favre’s pursuit of Jenn Sterger and his involvement in the Mississippi welfare case.

[Brett Favre’s] story is explored in a compelling new tell-all documentary from Netflix’s Untold documentary series called The Fall of Favre.

Once his hard-nosed father Irv died in 2003, Favre had nobody to tell him “no.” Slowly, he began to go off the rails. As former Packers beat writer Dylan Tomlinson recalls: “My editor pulled me aside and said, ‘I want you to write the story of Brett Favre as a family man.’ I said, ‘I don’t write fiction.’”

Then there was the Jets quarterback who sexually harassed team host Jenn Sterger during the 2008 season–only one year after being named Sports Illustrated’s “Sportsman of the Year.”

‘My Life Was Ruined’​

Sterger, the ex-Florida State student who surged to overnight fame after ABC’s Brent Musberger singled her out during a telecast, comes off sympathetically. After cashing in by modeling for Playboy and Maxim, Sterger landed media gigs with SI.com, then the Jets. She dreamed of being the next Erin Andrews or Suzy Kolber.

But when Favre arrived in the Big Apple he took notice of Gang Green’s new personality (who looked like his wife Deanna Favre). Favre reached out through a third party to try to get together. She said no. He switched to text messages, offering to send a car to bring him to his hotel. She kept saying no. Then came the infamous voicemail invitations to come to his room. She ignored them. Finally, he sent X-rated pictures of his private parts to an anxious Sterger. She didn’t know where to turn.

The peripatetic Favre left the Jets for the Vikings in 2009. But the Jets declined to renew Sterger’s contract. Her nightmarish story didn’t end there. Against her wishes, Deadspin broke the Favre-Sterger story in 2010; the site’s editor A.J. Daulerio later apologized to Sterger and calls himself a “scumbag” for breaking the story. Her chances of a sports media career went up in smoke.

“My life was ruined, and he went to the Hall of Fame,” Sterger says ruefully.

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All aTwitter​

Ahead of the NFL Draft talking w @Jordan_Reid: "For Washington's sake they need to figure out how to maximize Jayden Daniels, he's not going to be cheap forever...They can sit and wait and let the board fall to them. They dont need to be locked into one position."

— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) April 15, 2025​

Source: Oregon LT Josh Conerly Jr. is visiting the #Bengals today and the #Commanders tomorrow.

He has also visited the #Texans, #Saints and #Falcons. Conerly Jr. is considered a likely 1st-round pick. pic.twitter.com/V6ejJbOb4v

— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) April 14, 2025​

The more I’ve studied this edge class, the more I keep coming back to Ezeiruaku as the guy I like most for the Commanders, if he lasts to 29. https://t.co/l8wV14HAC0

— Mark Bullock (@MarkBullockNFL) April 14, 2025​

Sources: Commanders are bringing in several prospects for "30" visits on Tuesday. Those expected include:

RB Ollie Gordon
OT Josh Conerly
OT Anthony Belton
DE Donovan Ezeiruaku
CB Maxwell Hairston
CB Quincy Riley

— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) April 14, 2025​

Players in Ashburn today for a Top 30 visit:

Donovan Ezeiruaku, DE/Edge, Boston College
Car'lin Vigers, CB, Louisiana-Monroe Monroe
Ollie Gordon, RB, Oklahoma State
Jacory Croskey-Merritt, RB, Arizona
Jaylin Smith, CB, Southern Cal
Josh Conerly, OT, Oregon
Anthony Belton, OT,…

— Ken Johannesen (@BurgundyBurner) April 15, 2025​

The Commanders are hosting more than 20 prospects on top-30 visits today, per source (1st by @BenStandig). Hairston and Riley are among them. https://t.co/I7xXBU3Z33

— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) April 15, 2025​

Good cornerback class if you like zone pic.twitter.com/i0hL8HxRZ6

— Football Insights (@fball_insights) April 15, 2025​

What Travis Hunter would say if an NFL team made him choose CB or WR:

“It’s never playing football again. Because I've been doing it my whole life, and I love being on the football field. I feel like I could dominate on each side of the ball, so I really enjoy doing it." https://t.co/aewsn4C1S8

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) April 15, 2025​

.@Browns HC Kevin Stefanski found out just how competitive Abdul Carter is #HeyRookie pic.twitter.com/VA4LXsc4Vu

— NFL Films (@NFLFilms) April 15, 2025​

Wild: There aren’t many coaches or scouts who view Shedeur Sanders as a first-round talent, per @AlbertBreer

“I’m hearing that he isn’t a great athlete on tape, doesn’t have exceptional arm talent, and too often does things that simply won’t translate to the NFL game.”… pic.twitter.com/1cHSGvUikG

— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) April 15, 2025​

With the 2025 NFL Draft just around the corner, Charles Davis provides his annual rundown of prospects he would pound the table for. The 12-player list predominantly highlights potential middle- and late-round diamonds in the rough.https://t.co/b3f9HPIUV0 pic.twitter.com/05NqmvlouY

— Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) April 15, 2025​

“He’s a really gifted kid…

…in some ways he's the prototypical quarterback that everybody's looking for…”@GregCosell breaks down former Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava: pic.twitter.com/CRtLhJEpQt

— Ross Tucker Podcast (@RossTuckerPod) April 15, 2025​

The quarterback I have heard being discussed in NFL circles more than any other lately is Louisville's Tyler Shough.

What I'm hearing, and how it could affect his draft stock, on Scoop City: pic.twitter.com/zP7PUsUSNm

— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) April 15, 2025​

How many picks does your team have in the 2025 #NFLDraft? pic.twitter.com/wFNUbs2508

— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) April 14, 2025​

Small expert consensus board update.

Not too many big changes.

Top-100 released next week. pic.twitter.com/YmszHDlY9e

— Marcus Mosher (@Marcus_Mosher) April 15, 2025​

The #Dolphins and star CB Jalen Ramsey have mutually agreed to explore trade options, per @RapSheet early this morning.

Miami signed Ramsey to a 3-year, $72M extension with $24M guaranteed in September.

His career stats with Miami:

• 2 seasons (27 games)
• 82 tackles
• 16… pic.twitter.com/oTLqOC5wfg

— NFL Stats (@NFL_Stats) April 15, 2025​

Jayden Daniels is having the time of his life at Brandon Aiyuk’s wedding celebration pic.twitter.com/uVriY8yRcu

— OurSF49ers (@OurSf49ers) April 13, 2025​

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Source: https://www.hogshaven.com/2025/4/15...more-than-20-prospects-on-top-30-visits-today

 

[Washington Commanders]

Josaiah Stewart Might Be Undersized, but He’d Be an Explosive Addition to the Commanders

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Image Of Sport/Getty Images

Hogs Haven takes a look at 2025 NFL Draft prospects that could contribute to the Commanders

Josaiah Stewert, EDGE
School: MIchigan | Conference: Big Ten
College Experience: Senior | Age: 21
Height / Weight: 6’1” / 249 lbs
Projected Draft Status: 2nd-3rd Round

Player Comparison: Yannick Ngakoue

College Statistics​

Tackles	Def Interceptions	Fumbles
Season	Team	Conf	Class	Pos	G	Solo	Ast	Comb	TFL	Sk	Int	Yds	IntTD	PD	FR	Yds	FRTD	FF	Awards
2021*	Coastal Carolina	Sun Belt	FR	DT	13	24	19	43	16	12.5	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	3
2022*	Coastal Carolina	Sun Belt	SO	LB	12	15	21	36	10	3.5	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1
2023*	Michigan	Big Ten	SO	DE	15	23	15	38	9	5.5	0	0	0	2	0	0	0	0
2024*	Michigan	Big Ten	SR	DE	11	22	11	33	13	8.5	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	2
Career	51	84	66	150	48	30.0	0	0	0	3	0	0	0	6
Coastal Carolina (2 Yrs)	25	39	40	79	26	16.0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	4
Michigan (2 Yrs)	26	45	26	71	22	14.0	0	0	0	2	0	0	0	2

Defense & Fumbles Table

Provided by CFB at Sports Reference: View Original Table
Generated 4/14/2025.

Player Overview​

Born in the Bronx, Josaiah Stewart played high school football in Everett, Massachusetts. His high school football featured a few noteworthy players: Lewis Cine, Isaiah Likely, and most importantly - for a few reasons - Mike Sainristil. Stewart had a phenomenal junior season, but his senior season was cancelled due to the pandemic. A three-star recruit, he orginially committed to play at Boston College before flipping his commit and following Likely to Coastal Carolina.

Stewart splashed right away for the Chanticleers. The true freshman put up 12.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, and 43 tackles in arguably the program’s best season. He was named All-Sun Belt First Team and earned Freshman All-American honors at the end of the season. He cooled off his sophomore season, but was still a productive defender. When Stewart decided to enter the transfer portal after a season where he earned All-Sun Belt Second Team, former high school teammate Mike Sainristil suggested to his coaches that Michigan add him. Stewart transferred to the Wolverines and his play helped them to a National Championshp. With Sainristil and several other national champs in the NFL, Stewart was named a team captain. The Wolverines struggled; however, Stewart had his most productive season while in Michigan. He was named All-Big Ten Second Team in his final season.

Strengths​

• Quick off the snap and around the edge
• Strong enough to maintain rush path around the tackle
• Can convert speed to power and walk back tackles
• Quickness to shoot gaps into the backfield to stop run or rush passer
• Has ability to drop in coverage in the short to intermediate area
• Motor runs hot; doesn’t quit on plays

Weaknesses​

• Lack of length can make it hard for him to disengage from blocks
• Linear rusher that doesn’t show a lot bend in his rushes
• Needs to develop more pass rush moves and counters
• Questions of whether he can set the edge in the run game

Let’s See His Work​

2025 NFL Draft | EDGE Production Scores

All 80 GG scores are relative to drafted EDGEs from 2015-2024.

Abdul Carter - #1 overall to TEN?

Favorites:
James Pearce Jr.
Mike Green
Josaiah Stewart
David Walker

Lower on:
Shemar Stewart
Mykel Williams
Kyle Kennard pic.twitter.com/eQ7GmAQYy4

— Gridiron Grading (@GridironGrading) January 29, 2025​

Predicting the best EDGE rushers from the 2025 NFL Draft using a blend of @NoFlagsFilm Athleticism Score & my own Production Score, derived from historical metrics that best predicted successful EDGE rushers in the NFL.

Potential Steal: Josaiah Stewart - MICH
Potential Bust: Nic… pic.twitter.com/QX5oHf0BYA

— Eagles Eric (@EaglesXsandOs) March 21, 2025​

Top 101 College Football Players from the 2024 Season:

#42: Josaiah Stewart, Michigan

91.2 PFF Grade (2nd Among ALL Edge Rushers) pic.twitter.com/tuEnlWGEfG

— PFF College (@PFF_College) February 6, 2025​

Josaiah Stewart is a DE prospect in the 2025 draft class. He does not qualify for a #RAS due to a lack of measurements.https://t.co/WIiGPvKcgw pic.twitter.com/4pL7IcjHRl

— Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) March 31, 2025​

How does he fit on the team​

The Commanders lost their pass-rush specialist, Dante Fowler, Jr., in free agency. He led the team in sacks without being a starter at defensive end. While the team should look for a starting-caliber defensive end, it also could consider adding a rotational pass rusher. Josaiah Stewart’s quickness, burst, and strength could make sense playing that role for the Commanders. As a pass-rush specialist, Stewart could be deployed on obvious passing downs, limiting his weaknesses against the run. If he can improve in this area, he may be a viable starter at defensive end. Now, his size might make him more of a fit as a 3-4 OLB. However, 4-3 teams have found success using undersized rushers in passing situations, a few even becoming starters at defensive end. Nolan Smith, Jr. and Hassan Reddick are examples of this. Even if he doesn’t become a starter, Stewert could give the Commanders an aggressive rusher off the edge on passing downs. Let’s see if the coaches and front office will allow Mike Sainristil to recruit Josaiah Stewart again.

Source: https://www.hogshaven.com/2025/4/16...plosive-addition-to-the-washington-commanders

 

[Washington Commanders]

Daily Slop - 16 Apr 25 - Bullock goes deep on Josh Conerly Jr film study and joins Al Galdi to discuss the draft

Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images

A collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, and a sprinkling of other stuff

Commanders links​

Articles​

Bullock’s Film Room (subscription)​

NFL Draft Profile: OT Josh Conerly Jr.​

So what would Conerly bring to Washington if the Commanders were to draft him? He’s a big, athletic lineman measuring in at 6-foot-5, 311 pounds with 33½-inch arms. Some believe he’ll convert to guard in the NFL but I personally don’t agree with that idea. I think he has the foot quickness and length to play outside and his weaknesses would just be more exposed at guard. His athleticism and foot quickness do stand out when watching him, he’s an easy, fluid mover which enables him to react to speed and redirect when needed.

His footwork impressed me the more I watched him. He showed a variety of different sets, from a vertical set like we just saw, to quick sets and even more.

Here we see one of those variety sets. At the snap, Conerly takes his first kick step backwards as normal. However, this is just to disguise his true intention. After that first step backwards, Conerly suddenly drives forward towards the defender. It’s a surprise quick set. Typically a quick set sees the tackle step forward towards the defender straight off the snap, but Conerly shows a more advanced version here. The step back makes the defender believe it’s a normal set before suddenly surprising him with it. It’s a very nice set to have as a change up to mess with the timing of pass rushers. You can see the impact it has on this play too. He locks up the rusher quickly, who wasn’t expecting Conerly to suddenly jump towards him. The rusher tries to disengage and work inside, but Conerly stays locked on and ends up driving the defender to the ground with a strong finish.

So the feet are a big plus for Conerly, which to me says he can live at tackle at the next level. The two reasons why college tackles often have to transition to guard in the NFL is because they lack foot quickness or arm length. Conerly has the feet, so that’s not an issue. His arms are half an inch under the 34-inch threshold that most NFL teams look for, per his combine measurement, but the combine arm length measurements seem to have been consistently off this year. At his pro day, his arms reportedly measured in at 34¼ inches, above that threshold. It’s all very marginal stuff and when you watch Conerly, the length doesn’t show up as a huge issue. In fact, his hand fighting looks pretty good overall.

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Commanders Wire​

6 realistic targets for the Commanders at No. 29​

Washington enters the draft with several needs. Will the Commanders select an edge rusher, running back, wide receiver, cornerback, or another position? Last year, it was a no-brainer for Washington. Once quarterback Caleb Williams went off the clock at No. 1, the Commanders quickly turned in their card for Jayden Daniels and the rest is history.

It’s not that simple this time around. Of course, after winning 12 games and making it to the NFC championship game, Washington is in a much better position this year.

We look at six realistic targets for the Commanders at No. 29 overall.

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Hogs Haven​

What Does Wes Welker Bring to Washington?​

He spent the last three years coaching the explosive tandem of Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, who have managed to put up monster numbers in Miami. In 2023, Hill publicly lauded Welker for his motivational style:

“He’s grilling [me] every day,” Hill said. “I hate it, but it’s like bro — I need that to get better. Sometimes I can get set in my ways about just who I am. I’m like, ‘I made this Pro Bowl and I’m an All-Pro — I don’t need this bro’... I could just go out and play.

“When you got that coach who’s like, ‘I’m not gonna let you settle bro, I want you to get better every single day because this wasn’t who you were when you first came in the league.’”

Even so, Welker was fired by Dolphins’ head coach Mike McDaniel in January:

“I also want to thank Wes for his investment here. This was not a decision I came to lightly, but as I have evaluated the season and areas where we must improve, I believe that change is needed and am motivated to do what is best for the team as we move forward.”

Welker’s firing seemed to come as quite a surprise to many in the fanbase who wondered if perhaps he wasn’t being scapegoated for an offense that underperformed, at least in part due to Tua Tagavaloa’s injuries last season.

Welker’s time in New England did overlap with Adam Peters stint there, during the 2007-2008 time period. I wouldn’t be surprised at all to see him play an important role in the 2025 draft, where the potential of Washington adding another wide receiver into the mix seems fairly high, and having a talent evaluator with his experience could be an asset.

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Podcasts & videos​

Jacob Martin’s “WILL to Win is BIGGER than Yours” | Next Man Up | Washington Commanders | NFL​

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Episode 1,051 - Guest: @MarkBullockNFL on NFL Draft edge defenders who fit the Commanders & could be available at 29, including Donovan Ezeiruaku, who is coming up more & more regarding Washington. We also talk Shemar Stewart, Nick Scourton & James Pearce.https://t.co/h70wO2xLMH

— Al Galdi (@AlGaldi) April 16, 2025​

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I just wrapped up an interview with ESPN NFL draft analyst Jordan Reid (@Jordan_Reid), where we discussed options for the Commanders at pick 29, broke down what Derek Carr’s injury means for the Saints, and much more! Click the link below to check it out:https://t.co/USZH7HoQ02

— Matthew Heiserman (@MatthewH_Haven) April 15, 2025​

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Discussion topics​

Rick Snider’s Washington says D.C. budget cutbacks make it real hard to believe Washington Commanders are returning to RFK. Gimme two minutes. pic.twitter.com/Pqgwf0MGHO

— Rick Snider's Washington (@Snide_Remarks) April 15, 2025​

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All aTwitter​

Worked last year.️ https://t.co/0dZ4q4sou4

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 16, 2025​

#RaiseHail

Add newly signed 39-yr-old QB Josh Johnson to the long list of Commanders players on the Veteran Benefit contract structure, saving about $140k in cap space in '25.

I think that makes 21 of these contracts for nearly $3m in cap savings.https://t.co/JQGMkpoNcj pic.twitter.com/JpqbJYmjaK

— Bill-in-Bangkok (@billhorgan2005) April 16, 2025​

posting a photo from last season every day until OTAs pic.twitter.com/YDFDfOxp46

— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) April 15, 2025​

me screaming draft a KICKER in the 7th! #raisehail pic.twitter.com/FmVgv9unB9

— Deuce__ @redzoneinthelab podcast (@redzoneinthelab) April 16, 2025​

Classic. https://t.co/wheCSf0cIq

— John Keim (@john_keim) April 16, 2025​

This was the final game of the regular season. Washington had already clinched a playoff spot. George Allen just let him kick it. Nothing wrong with Moseley. It was a blowout win over the Bears. 42-0. I think it hit one of the uprights on the way thru.

— RiffMaster (@RiffMaster773) April 15, 2025​

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Source: https://www.hogshaven.com/2025/4/16...y-jr-film-joins-al-galdi-to-discuss-the-draft

 

[Washington Commanders]

Can Jonas Sanker Become a Starting Safety for the Commanders?

Photo by Chris Bernacchi/Diamond Images via Getty Images

Hogs Haven takes a look at 2025 NFL Draft prospects that could contribute to the Commanders

Jonas Sanker, S
School: University of Virginia | Conference: Atlantic Athletic
College Experience: Redshirt Senior | Age: 22 (Week 1)
Height / Weight: 6’0”/ 206 lbs
Projected Draft Status: Late 3rd-5th

Player Comparison: Jeff Heath / Kenny Vaccaro

College Statistics​

Tackles	Def Interceptions	Fumbles
Season	Team	Conf	Class	Pos	G	Solo	Ast	Comb	TFL	Sk	Int	Yds	Avg	IntTD	PD	FR	Yds	FRTD	FF	Awards
2021	Virginia	ACC	FR	DB	9	2	3	5	0	0.0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2022	Virginia	ACC	SO	DB	10	36	27	63	1	0.0	1	14	14.0	0	2	1	0	0	1
2023	Virginia	ACC	JR	DB	12	73	34	107	4	0.0	0	0	0	11	2	0	0	3
2024	Virginia	ACC	SR	S	12	65	33	98	9	2.0	1	45	45.0	0	4	2	40	1	0
Career	43	176	97	273	14	2.0	2	59	29.5	0	17	5	40	1	4

Defense & Fumbles Table

Provided by CFB at Sports Reference: View Original Table
Generated 4/16/2025.

Player Overview​

Charlottesville-native Jonas Sanker was a local multi-sport athlete for The Covenant School (VA) where he played eight-man football as a quarterback, running back, and safety. He was a three-star prospect who initially committed to Boston College before switching to play for the local University of Virginia in 2021. He became the starter in 2022 and broke out in his junior year. In the last two seasons, Jonas lead the ACC in solo tackles. Over the last two seasons, he totaled over 200 combined tackles, 13 tackles for loss, 15 pass defended, one interception, 3 forced fumbles with 4 fumbles recovered. Jonas earned first team All-ACC honors in 2023 and 2024. He was a Senior Bowl participant and invited to the Commanders local pro day.

Jonas Sanker is a versatile, high motor safety. He pairs high instinct with high intelligence, often coordinating the defensive coverages for his unit. Sanker thrives in zone coverage, knowing when to jump and break up short and intermediate routes. He has good speed and closing burst when he commits to tackle. However, that willingness has been inconsistent, as Sanker at times allows the play to come to him. This is where Jonas can get caught and be unable to immediately shake away from blockers. Sanker can play nickel but doesn’t have the fluidity and footwork to consistently keep up with receivers compared to tight ends. Jonas played over 500 snaps in special teams coverage which could help him find a spot on the 53-man roster. Jonas Sanker is projected to be a top Day-3 selection and expected to thrive best as a rotational deep safety and special teams coverage contributor.

Awards & Recognition​

• First Team All-ACC (2023, 2024)
• Senior Bowl Participant (2025)

Metrics​

Source: nfl.com

Jonas Sanker is a FS prospect in the 2025 draft class. He scored an unofficial 9.54 #RAS out of a possible 10.00. This ranked 51 out of 1095 FS from 1987 to 2025.

Splits projected, times unofficial.https://t.co/eAbzGVBGjP pic.twitter.com/twc4SYYaS5

— Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) February 28, 2025​

Strengths​

• Willing tackler.
• Great speed and closing burst.
• Times pass defenses well in zone coverage.
• Pairs good intelligence with instincts. Helps coordinate the coverage.
• Able to cover tight ends.
• Major special teams coverage contributor.

Weaknesses​

• Does not have the foot speed and fluidity to keep up with wide receivers in nickel coverage.
• Best not to leave on an island in coverage.
• Undersized for a strong safety.
• Needs to shed blockers better. Play with more urgency against the run.
• 2 interceptions in 4 seasons. Sometimes lacks enough burst to undercut routes.

Let’s See His Work​

Jonas Sanker (Virginia) is one of my favorite box safeties in this class. Good speed + closing burst, almost always wins at the catch point, plays with the mentality of a linebacker.

Leads FBS defensive backs with 173 solo tackles since 2023. pic.twitter.com/lpbMMpjMQD

— James Foster (@NoFlagsFilm) February 17, 2025​

Interviews​

How Will He Fit On The Team​

In the midst of the offseason moves, Darrick Forest departed for the Bills. Though Washington added Will Harris on a modest two-year contract, the front office could continue to add their guys into the secondary mix. Jonas Sanker is a safety who can play a bit of everything. If Sanker takes well to Joe Whitt’s coaching, he can be an asset in run and pass coverage. It may take a few years of development for Sanker to become a starter, but he can contribute in nickel sets, deep coverage, and on special teams. As for now, Jonas Sanker is a rotational safety who is at his best in short and deep coverage and on special teams.

Source: https://www.hogshaven.com/2025/4/17...r-the-washington-commanders-nfl-draft-profile

 

[Washington Commanders]

Pick-5 draft prediction contest 2025

Your chance to predict what Adam Peters will do next week

Did you say a contest?!​

For eight years, from 2017 to 2024, I hosted the “Draft Pick-3” draft prediction contest that followed basically the same rules every year.

We’re gonna change things up a little bit in 2025.

This year, the Commanders have only five picks in hand, which seems to invite Adam Peters to trade back if he can — perhaps more than once. Also, instead of picking in the top half of each round as was usual in the eight prior contest seasons, Washington will be picking 29th out of 32 teams this season, expanding the variables — especially for the first round — by an order of magnitude (rhetorically if not scientifically).

For these reasons, I have decided to slightly change the contest structure (and name!) to reflect the reality of this smaller number of picks and greater variability in outcome.

The “Draft Pick 5” contest​

In this new version of the contest, each entrant can identify 5 players in each round of the draft whether or not the Commanders currently have a pick in that round. Each player named that gets drafted by the Commanders will score points.

In a new twist, entrants have the option to predict that the Commanders will trade out of Round 1 and/or Round 2 completely. Those who correctly predict that AP will trade completely out of Round 1 and/or Round 2 will receive points for correct predictions of those trade outcomes.

Points scoring​

Trading out of Round 1​

Correctly predicting that Adam Peters will trade out of Round 1 earns 6 points.

Trading completely out of Round 2​

Correctly predicting that Adam Peters will trade completely out of Round 2 earns 9 points. Note that these points are awarded ONLY if the Commanders do not make a second-round pick in the 2025 draft.

Right player; wrong round​

If an entrant names a player who is drafted by the Commanders, but lists that player in any round other than the round in which he is actually drafted, the entrant earns 3 points.

Right player; right round​

If an entrant names a player who is drafted by the Commanders AND lists that player in the correct round, the entrant will earn points based on the round in which the player was drafted:

• Round 1 = 4 points
• Round 2 = 6 points
• Round 3 = 9 points
• Round 4 = 12 points
• Round 5 = 16 points
• Round 6 = 20 points
• Round 7 = 25 points

An entrant may list any draft-eligible player in as many rounds as desired; however, there is no advantage to listing a player more than once in any given round.

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To enter the contest, CLICK HERE to access the entry form

To enter the contest, CLICK HERE to access the entry form

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If anyone posts multiple entries, the LAST entry posted by any individual entrant prior to 7:59 ET, 24 April 2025 will be that entrant’s “official” entry. No entries will be accepted after 7:59 ET, 24 April 2025.

In case of a tie, the entrant who has received the highest number of points for a single correct projection will be declared the winner. (For clarity, an entrant who earned 20 points for a correct 6th round projection would be declared the winner if no other entrant earned full points beyond round 5). If any entrants remain tied after applying the tie-breaker, then Bill-in-Bangkok will determine the declared winner.

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To enter the contest, CLICK HERE to access the entry form

To enter the contest, CLICK HERE to access the entry form

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THE PRIZE​

Any contest is only as good as the value of the prize for winning, so here’s the deal; the winner will be entitled to the same ‘great’ prize as the eight winners of the Draft Pick-3 Contest. Once you’ve been named the winner, make an appointment with me, show up in Bangkok, and I’ll buy drinks for the two of us all night long at the bar or pub of your choice.

Previous Winners of the Draft Pick-3 Contest​

2024 Panamon28

2023 VinceItaly

2022 Waltdeez

2021 dg28

2020 Rook6980

2019 dcbornskin

2018 Marooook!

2017 SkinsaneAsylum

Source: https://www.hogshaven.com/2025/4/18/24407351/pick-5-draft-prediction-contest-2025

 

[Washington Commanders]

Daily Slop - 18 Apr 25 - Commanders Log Season 4, Episode 3 explores draft prep, scouting & roster building

A collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, and a sprinkling of other stuff

Commanders links​

Commanders Log​

The Right Pieces | Commanders Log: Season 4, Episode 3​

Articles​

Commanders.com​

Ten 2nd-round draft prospects for Commanders fans to watch​

The opinions expressed in this article do not reflect those of the team.

• Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa: Although Johnson will likely need to show more as a pass-catcher, he’s quick and elusive as a runner with 1,537 yards and 21 rushing touchdowns in 2024. His workload doubled last season with 240 carries, and he more than tripled his production from 2023.
• Landon Jackon, EDGE, Arkansas: Jackson’s energy and play style make for an entertaining watch. There are more athletic and productive players in this year’s draft, but Jackson is elite when it comes to his competitiveness and work ethic.
• Aireontae Ersery, T, Minnesota: The Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year has prototypical size for an NFL tackle with his 6-foot-6, 331-pound frame. He has the quickness to beat defenders on perimeter runs and screen passes but shines the most when moving downhill to block interior defensive linemen.
• Jaylin Noel, WR, Iowa State: What Noel lacks in size (5-foot-10, 194 pounds) he makes up for with speed (he ran a 4.39 40-yard dash at the combine) and enough versatility to play anywhere on the field. He also has some experience as a return specialist with 1,287 yards on kickoffs and punts.
• Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss: Amos was a productive cover corner at Ole Miss, leading the team in pass breakups (13) and interceptions (3) in 2024. Though he’s sub-200 pounds, he has enough length to win contested catches and come down with game-changing plays.

Gary Clark will be on-site in Green Bay to announce our Day 2 pick #NFLDraft x #RaiseHail pic.twitter.com/ZbwsxN4oVA

— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) April 17, 2025​

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Pro Football Focus​

2025 NFL Draft: Best Day 2 fits for all 32 NFL teams​

Washington Commanders​

Prospect to target: CB Azareye’h Thomas, Florida State

Washington’s trade for Marshon Lattimore was a good start to revamping this secondary, but the unit still needs more attention. Thomas showcases natural movement skills and quick feet that allow him to mirror route breaks in press-man coverage.

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ESPN​

2025 NFL draft: How all 32 teams can crush their picks, fill needs​

No team should approach the draft more aggressively than the Commanders. They’ve already started this process, dealing picks to acquire veteran wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. and left tackle Laremy Tunsil. Once you make the NFC Championship Game in your rookie quarterback’s first season as a pro, you commit. Get the chips to the middle of the table. Trade up. Swing for the stars.

The Commanders could use impactful players at two key positions: edge rusher and safety. Depth remains strong on the edge, and the presence of Frankie Luvu elevates the group — but the primary sack-getter last season was Dante Fowler Jr. (10.5), and he left for Dallas in free agency. With the No. 29 pick, Washington could catch a falling Mykel Williams (Georgia) [or] Shemar Stewart (Texas A&M); both are projects with upside as pass rushers. Donovan Ezeiruaku (Boston College) is the pro-ready pass rusher with the sort of explosive outside rush profile Dan Quinn loves.

Similarly, at safety, the Commanders are right at the end range for Nick Emmanwori (South Carolina) and Malaki Starks (Georgia). Emmanwori looks like a ready-made Jeremy Chinn replacement, though he would likely require a trade-up. There have been only seven first-round trade-ups for a safety in draft history, and only one in the past 10 years (Darnell Savage in 2019) — so perhaps that’s a risk too far. Best to let the board fall to you. If safety doesn’t happen in Round 1, watch for hard-hitting box safety Kevin Winston Jr. (Penn State) in Round 3.

As far as other needs go, the Commanders might look to draft a boundary corner who can push 2024 second-round selection Mike Sainristil back inside. Quinn’s corners tend to have plus ball skills, which reads to me as Benjamin Morrison (Notre Dame) [or] Darien Porter (Iowa State). The former had six interceptions as a freshman starter, and the latter played three collegiate seasons as a receiver.

Investing in a WR3 who can replace [Deebo] Samuel after his contract expires next year feels wise, and if they are prioritizing YAC in that role, they should look no further than TCU — both Jack Bech (Round 2, maybe Round 3) and Savion Williams (Round 3, maybe Round 4) are deadly with the ball in their hands.

If a highly rated receiver, offensive lineman or defensive tackle does fall into the Commanders’ lap, they should leap at the chance. Again, adding high-impact, immediate contributors is the name of the game here. Trade up for falling players and take risks on guys with red flags on their eval — the sort of players who would have gone a round higher if not for injury history or poor production. Draft players you can envision starting — and mattering — in January football.

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Commanders Wire​

5 teams who could be perfect trade back partners with Commanders​

Cleveland Browns​

It’s no surprise that the Browns are on this list due to their need for a quarterback and the unlikely chance they have to take one at pick 2 with Travis Hunter and Abdul Carter on the board. Cleveland has done extensive homework on quarterbacks this offseason, and we could see a run on quarterbacks with the Saints at No. 9 and the Steelers at 21. However, the right situation would allow the Browns to move back into the first round and take Jaxson Dart or Jalen Milroe. a trade package for 29 could include picks 33, 179, 192, and a 2026 fifth-round pick (which Washington also needs), to move back only four spots.

New York Giants​

The Giants are in the same situation as the Browns, needing a quarterback, but also selecting too high in the draft at pick 3 to take one with the chance that Abdul Carter falls to them. There is still a chance that the Giants’ brass will end up taking Shedeur Sanders at 3, but if not, they will be eager to move back into the first round to get their guy. Washington could trade back five spots to pick 34, and maybe get lucky enough to land pick 105 in doing so.

Las Vegas Raiders​

If they decide to pass on Jeanty [at No. 6 overall], the Raiders could move back up to 29 to take a running back before the run starts, or take a top wide receiver that falls as well. Washington trading pick 29 for 37, 108, and 143 would be a really valuable haul, and still be within the range to take a player who fell, such as James Pearce Jr., Maxwell Hairston, or Jayden Higgins.

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Podcasts & videos​

The new Schatz and @MikeTanier podcast on the 2025 NFL Draft should be appearing in your podcast feeds soon! You can also watch it on YouTube.

We'll have another episode next Thursday and then the Friday morning following Round 1!https://t.co/MZFu4EJNoP

— Aaron Schatz (@ASchatzNFL) April 10, 2025​

NFL Draft Preview Part II: Draft Projections for Quarterbacks, Running Backs, Wide Receivers, and Edge Rushers https://t.co/mO5ldvhz6S

— Aaron Schatz (@ASchatzNFL) April 17, 2025​

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NFC East links​

Bleeding Green Nation​

NFL Draft Rankings 2025: Safety​

3) Xavier Watts, Notre Dame​

Xavier Watts is the best ballhawk in this class. The two-time all-American had 13 interceptions over the last two seasons.

He is a smart, rangy safety who will read quarterback eyes like a book and fly to the ball. He is also not afraid of making big hits in coverage.

He is a good, not great athlete and relies heavily on instincts over athleticism. His relative lack of size too shows up when coming at the run. Ideally he is a pure center fielding safety for a defense that runs a lot of Cover 3.

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Big Blue View​

New York Giants draft preview: Edge defenders who could be of interest​

Day 2 options​

Landon Jackson, Arkansas: Landon Jackson is a controlled mover who possesses elite overall size with an excellent frame and length. His ability to play the run effectively as an anchor defender, penetrator, or pursuit defender make him ideal for any scheme, as well as his athletic ability, quick first-step, and his aforementioned size. Defensive line coaches will fall in love with a player like Jackson. His upside as a pass-rusher isn’t through the roof, but he took noticeable steps through his college career with his use of hands and ability to employ moves to create separation. His combination of shock value and hand technique are an asset. He has won with power and with finesse, albeit he does lose leverage against better offensive lineman who can reanchor his moves. Jackson should have a long career in the league as a high-floor hustle pass rusher with good hands to disengage at the POA, while excelling as a sturdy run defender.

Day 3 options​

Antwaun Powell-Ryland, Virgina Tech: Antwaun Powell-Ryland carries a power punch to his rushes and offers multiple pass rushing moves. He does a good job getting up the arc and maximizing sufficient lower-body flexion by though his adaptive hands, his good explosiveness, and his low center of gravity. Powell-Ryland is a smart rusher who can pin his ears back from multiple positions. Antwaun Powell-Ryland is not a poor run defender, but his lack of length and only average play strength may lead to some trouble against better NFL offensive tackles and double teams at the next level. Overall, he was a productive rusher in college who will have a role in the NFL but may lack the length, ideal play strength, and athletic traits to be a consistent three-down contributor.

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Barstool Sports​

The Single Worst Thing For Any Giants Fan To Hear: Pat Shurmur Thinks Shedeur Sanders Is ‘Very Similar’ To Daniel Jones​

Daniel Jones caused a civil war among Giants fans. People were either in the camp of he has no help, he’s still young, he’ll be awesome OR why the fuck did we draft this guy? Then it became Saquon vs Daniel Jones and the money situation. Then it became this guy can’t throw the ball more than 8 yards downfield. Finally we get rid of Daniel Jones and that first camp is ready to freak out the moment he has his first decent game for someone else.

Here’s basically where I stand. If any person, especially a former coach who thought he was shafted a bit, compares Shedeur Sanders (or any other quarterback) to Daniel Jones, and thinks it’s a compliment, do not draft him. In fact, cross him off your board. You can’t have a second Daniel Jones. Just take Abdul Carter or Travis Hunter. I’m begging you.

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NFL league links​

Articles​

The Athletic (paywall)​

NFL projection model ranks all 32 rosters ahead of the draft​

My model ranked all 32 rosters from best to worst ahead of the draft. To do this, the model takes various metrics and assigns a “value” to each player that shows their impact on a single game. Of course, positional value is vital in football, which means superstar running back Saquon Barkley is not going to be as valuable as elite edge rusher Myles Garrett, even though they’re the best players at their respective positions. After summing up the values of each roster, we can rank each team 1-32.

1. Philadelphia Eagles​

They may have lost some pieces this offseason, most notably along the defensive line, but they’ve done an incredible job in recent years of acquiring talent through the draft to backfill those pieces, all while being strategic with the salary cap to maximize their spending.

So, just how good is this roster? Of the 11 position groups, the Eagles rank inside the top 10 in eight of them. The Detroit Lions are the only other team that can boast that type of widespread talent. The Eagles are a little thin at edge rusher, but I expect them to address that in the draft. And if they do, there really isn’t a weak point on this roster.

9. Washington Commanders​

Full transparency: My model had the Commanders as the worst roster in the league heading into the draft last season. Oops. Frankly, I stand by the assessment that the roster isn’t all that great, especially on defense, but QB Jayden Daniels was just that good last year. And now they’ve added a star left tackle in Laremy Tunsil and an interesting No. 2 WR in Deebo Samuel Jr. on offense. Still, the defense projects as a bottom-five unit in the league with major holes along the defensive line and in the secondary. If they find some legitimate defensive talent in the draft, watch out.

15. Dallas Cowboys​

I’d never recommend drafting a ball carrier in the first round, but Dallas’ running back room ranks dead last in the NFL, so the position definitely needs to be addressed at some point in the draft. In the first round, however, they’re better off selecting a wide receiver or an offensive tackle because both of their groups currently rank in the bottom five in the NFL. Suffice it to say, they desperately need to add some talent around quarterback Dak Prescott and wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, because they can’t carry the Cowboys offense by themselves.

25. New York Giants​

The Giants seem likely to add one of Travis Hunter or Abdul Carter with the No. 3 pick, and getting one of the truly elite prospects in this class will go a long way to stabilizing a roster that lacks star power. While Hunter seems destined for Cleveland, he’d be a better fit than Carter for a squad that could use help at wide receiver and cornerback. Still, there shouldn’t be any complaining from Giants fans if their team scoops up Carter. While the defensive line is already solid, there’s nothing wrong with building on a strength.

26. Chicago Bears​

This is probably lower than most Bears fans expected to find their team. Why are they all the way down here? Let’s just say quarterback Caleb Williams has a lot to prove his sophomore season. And if they get a jump in production from second-year wide receiver Rome Odunze, that will really help flip the script for this offense. New coach Ben Johnson should get more out of this group than the last regime did. On defense, I’m still concerned with the line, as it’s projected in the bottom half of the league.

31. New York Jets​

The Aaron Rodgers era was nothing short of a disaster, as the Jets’ offense heads into the 2025 season as one of the worst in the NFL. Outside of the interior offensive line, there isn’t a position group that rates higher than 27th. And while the defense should again outpace the offense, I’m not sure they’re destined to be one of the league’s best units any more, as their defensive line projects as below average.

32. Tennessee Titans​

It’s fitting that the team with the worst roster heading into the NFL Draft is also the team with the No. 1 pick. And while that pick is likely going to be spent on a franchise quarterback, the Titans have a lot of work to do to rebuild this roster around their presumed pick of Cam Ward. The wide receivers, offensive tackles, edge rushers and corners all rate in the bottom five of the league. That’s essentially the opposite of what the Eagles have built to win a Super Bowl.

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Discussion topics​

The Athletic (paywall)​

Aaron Rodgers’ words for Aaron Glenn are a reminder: The Jets were right to move on​

Rodgers thought he was meeting with Glenn and GM Darren Mougey to offer his thoughts and opinions on the Jets, what needed to be fixed, and the future — his own and the team’s. (“Why wouldn’t you want to pick my brain?” Rodgers said.) But, the way Rodgers tells it, Glenn wasn’t interested in his opinions. This wasn’t a meeting to gauge Rodgers’ interest in coming back. This was a meeting to let him know that, with a new regime taking over, he was no longer in the Jets’ plans. As Rodgers told it to McAfee:

“I figured that when I flew across the country on my dime, there would be a conversation,” Rodgers said. “I meet with the coach, we start talking … he runs out of the room. I’m like, that’s strange. Then he comes back with the GM. So we sit down and I think we’re going to have this long conversation, I’ve flown across the country, and 20 seconds in, I’m talking to the GM, and (Glenn) leans to the edge of his seat and says: ‘You’re sure you want to play football?’ And I said, ‘Yeah, I’m interested.’ And he said, ‘We’re going in another direction at quarterback.’ ”

“I was kind of shocked.”

Then, Rodgers said, he unloaded.

“I just flew across the country and you could’ve told me this on the phone if we weren’t even going to have a conversation,” Rodgers said.

Rodgers said Glenn then asked him about the messaging of how he wanted his release to be announced. According to Rodgers, Glenn said, “I don’t want to be in front of the room saying something and have guys looking back at you. And I said, ‘Are you assuming I would be in the back of the room during a team meeting, undermining what you’re saying? You don’t know me.’ And he said, “You don’t know me.’ And then I said, ‘Exactly, that’s why I flew across the country to have a face-to-face meeting with you.’ ” Later in the interview, Rodgers said: “I think that was a little rogue by the head coach.”

Glenn had no interest in being in the Aaron Rodgers business, and it’s hard to blame him. If anything, the way Rodgers has handled the aftermath, specifically Thursday’s interview with McAfee, proved the Jets made the right decision.

If Glenn had told Rodgers they were done with him over the phone, would Rodgers have criticized him for not doing it face-to-face? Glenn handled this the right way. For all the Jets’ off-the-field missteps over the years, this was not one of them.

For two seasons, Rodgers was a walking distraction. The Jets never deterred him from making appearances on McAfee’s show, even as he used that platform to call out teammates, spew conspiracy theories and just generally cause a stir … only for Rodgers to later decry the Jets organization for having so many non-football distractions.

NFL.com​

Aaron Rodgers remains undecided on future: ‘I’m open to anything and attached to nothing’​

In his first public media appearance since January, Rodgers said retirement remains a possibility after a 20-year career. He’s also not ruling out the Pittsburgh Steelers as a possible destination. In short, a week from the start of the 2025 NFL Draft, Rodgers doesn’t know what he’s planning on doing — or at least, he’s not yet ready to reveal anything.

The 41-year-old Rodgers on Thursday cited “personal matters” as a reason he’s delaying any decisions on whether to play football next season. He also mentioned that he’s in a “serious relationship” and has some personal commitments that are his priority now.

“I have a couple people in my inner, inner circle who are battling some difficult stuff. So, I have a lot of things that are taking my attention and have since the beginning of January away from football,” Rodgers said. “That’s where I have been focusing most of my attention on. To make a commitment to a team is a big thing, whether you are a first-year player or 20-year vet.”

Rodgers also didn’t rule out possibly playing for another team, indicating that money was not a hang-up.

“I’ve been straight up with these teams from the start about where I was at,” he said. “Starting with the money thing, I told every single one of the teams that I was talking to that it ain’t about the money. I’ll play for ($10 million per season). I don’t care.

“I never once said I need a multi-year deal or $30 or $40 million is actual b------. I said, I’ll play for 10.”

One team we know won’t play for is the New York Jets. The quarterback painted a picture of a dysfunctional team during his past two years there and said his first meeting with new head coach Aaron Glenn and general manager Darren Mougey did not go well.

After flying across the country for the face-to-face meeting, Rodgers said he expected to meet with the new Jets leadership for “a few hours,” but the meeting ended abruptly when Glenn told him that they were going in a different direction at the position.

“I was kind of shocked,” Rodgers said. “Not shocked because I didn’t think that was a possibility. Listen, of course, if they want to move on, that’s fine. But shocked because I just flew across the country, and you could have told me this on the phone.”

Pro Football Talk​

Aaron Rodgers says he has no deadlines, with the Steelers or any other team​

“I don’t have sources,” Rodgers said near the end of the segment. “I don’t have people that are out there pushing narratives. I speak for myself. And it’s been nice to be quiet for the last few months. It’s funny how in that time period how the shit narrative goes fucking crazy, right? When I haven’t said a fucking word. So there’s nothing to say. I just laid out where I’m at. There’s nothing else to report. There’s no other reason to be continuing to talk about me at this point. So time to turn the page, all those people that have made a lot of money slandering my name. You know, apologize for COVID, say your vax status, and keep it moving.”

On one hand, everyone should respect that there are personal issues delaying his next step. On the other hand, how hard would it have been to get that out there weeks ago? It would have avoided the very rumors and reports about which he’s now complaining.

It would have been simple. It would have been easy. And it would have answered a lot of the questions that, in the absence of Rodgers saying anything, have become the subject of rampant speculation.

It’s hard not to think that’s exactly what he wanted.

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All aTwitter​

Who's next?? pic.twitter.com/Bt6VEVfyww

— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) April 18, 2025​

Oh look, it's Jayden Daniels cycling reads and identifying his backside to convert on 3rd down - but under pressure - rolling out - in a playoff game https://t.co/G6bSec1Ntf pic.twitter.com/3fZbEoSdVg

— JetPack Galileo (@JetPackGalileo) January 14, 2025​

No movement so far

: 2025 #NFLDraft – April 24-26 on NFLN/ESPN/ABC
: Stream on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/1QUV53rkpj

— NFL (@NFL) April 17, 2025​

The Giants are conducting these last-minute workouts to collect information, not make a final QB decision, league sources tell me.

The situation remains fluid. But right now, I don't sense that New York's intent is to use the No. 3 pick on the position.https://t.co/4uVBZnrkeN pic.twitter.com/m5voqbCgeG

— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) April 18, 2025​

Most picked players for the Commanders at 29 via @_mockdrafts

6.5% - James Pearce Jr., Edge, Tennessee
6.2% - Matthew Golden, WR, Texas
5.1% - Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State

7 days until night one #RaiseHail

— Mason Kinnahan (@Mason_Kinnahan) April 17, 2025​

1. Travis Hunter
25. Omarion Hampton
50. Princely Umanmielen

Our latest Big Board updatehttps://t.co/5UBYReLub6

— PFF (@PFF) April 18, 2025​

posting a photo from last season every day until OTAs pic.twitter.com/LpHEqpx2Wg

— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) April 17, 2025​

Here’s a current look at the proposed site of a new Washington Commanders stadium, where the closed RFK Stadium in Washington DC currently sits.

A raze permit (to destroy the stadium) has been posted for several years now, with demolition crews on site today. #RaiseHail pic.twitter.com/djitoItiJJ

— DMV News Live (@DCNewsLive) April 17, 2025​

https://t.co/455XrKOW8n

— Chris Thompson (@ChrisThompson_4) April 17, 2025​

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Source: https://www.hogshaven.com/2025/4/18...-explores-draft-prep-scouting-roster-building

 

[Washington Commanders]

Can Emeka Egbuka Be More than a Slot Receiver for the Commanders?

Photo by Steve Limentani/ISI Photos/Getty Images

Hogs Haven takes a look at 2025 NFL Draft prospects that could contribute to the Commanders

Emeka Egbuka, WR
School: Ohio State | Conference: Big Ten

College Experience: Senior | Age: 22

Height / Weight: 6’1” / 202 lbs

Projected Draft Status: Late 1st-2nd Round

Player Comparison: Jaxon Smith-Njigba

College Statistics​

Receiving	Rushing	Scrimmage
Season	Team	Conf	Class	Pos	G	Rec	Yds	Y/R	TD	Y/G	Att	Yds	Y/A	TD	Y/G	Plays	Yds	Avg	TD	Awards
2021*	Ohio State	Big Ten	FR	WR	10	9	191	21.2	0	19.1	0	0	0	0.0	9	191	21.2	0
2022*	Ohio State	Big Ten	SO	WR	13	74	1151	15.6	10	88.5	11	87	7.9	2	6.7	85	1238	14.6	12
2023*	Ohio State	Big Ten	JR	WR	10	41	515	12.6	4	51.5	5	25	5.0	0	2.5	46	540	11.7	4
2024*	Ohio State	Big Ten	SR	WR	16	81	1011	12.5	10	63.2	8	33	4.1	0	2.1	89	1044	11.7	10
Career	49	205	2868	14.0	24	58.5	24	145	6.0	2	3.0	229	3013	13.2	26

Receiving & Rushing Table

Provided by CFB at Sports Reference: View Original Table
Generated 4/17/2025.

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Kick Returns	Punt Returns
Season	Team	Conf	Class	Pos	G	Ret	Yds	Y/Ret	KRTD	Ret	Yds	Y/Ret	PRTD	APYd	Awards
2021*	Ohio State	Big Ten	FR	WR	10	20	580	29.0	0	0	0	0	771
2022*	Ohio State	Big Ten	SO	WR	13	1	25	25.0	0	11	75	6.8	0	1338
2023*	Ohio State	Big Ten	JR	WR	10	0	0	0	7	23	3.3	0	563
2024*	Ohio State	Big Ten	SR	WR	16	1	16	16.0	0	1	-1	-1.0	0	1059
Career	49	22	621	28.2	0	19	97	5.1	0	3731

Kick & Punt Returns Table

Provided by CFB at Sports Reference: View Original Table
Generated 4/18/2025.

Player Overview​

In his home of DuPont, Washington - where his grandfather served as mayor - Emeka Egbuka honed his skills in two sports. In baseball, he was a centerfielder that was scouted by Major League Baseball. The ball-tracking and catching in baseball goes hand in hand with his play as a receiver on the football field. His junior season, Egbuka had over 1,600 receiving yards, 2,200 total yards, and 32 total TDs. This led to him being named Gatorade Player of the Year in Washington, a five-star recruit, and the top wide receiver recruit in the country. He skipped a pandemic-delayed senior season to enroll early at Ohio State.

The wide receiving group in Columbus was stacked when Egbuka arrived: Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and Jamerson Williams were on campus and Egbuka enrolled with Marvin Harrison, Jr. He didn’t produce much as a freshman, but he was a productive kick returner for the Buckeyes. The next season, with Wilson and Olave in the NFL and Smith-Njigba dealing with injury, Egbuka broke out with 71 catches and over 1,000 yards. With Smith-Njigba leaving early for the league, many thought Egbuka would be one of the best receivers in the country as a junior. However, he suffered an ankle injury that required surgery and cost him three games. He wasn’t the same the rest of the season and the numbers show it. He came back for one more season and had the most catches of his career, tied a career high for touchdowns, and helped propel the Buckeyes to a national championship.

Strengths​

• Excellent off the line, winning with quickness and precise footwork
• Good at changing tempo of routes and using fakes to create separation
• High IQ shown in understanding and manipulating coverages
• Excellent ball tracking and concentration catches
• Flashes long speed to turn short passes into long gains
• Frame allows him to break through arm tackles

Weaknesses​

• Primarily worked out of the slot with free releases and schemed plays
• Can struggle with physical cornerbacks, especially in press
• Doesn’t have suddenness or elusiveness as a runner
• Dealt with significant ankle injury in 2023

Let’s See His Work​

Emeka Egbuka (#2) facing press vs Notre Dame pic.twitter.com/MIYAEoctYr

— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) April 14, 2025​

Emeka Egbuka 2025 #ReceptionPerception Prospect Profile - 68.1% success rate vs man - 83.6% success rate vs zone (82nd percentile) - 81.3% success rate vs press (very limited reps caveat) - Strong set of hands Full profile: receptionperception.com/emeka-egbuka...

— Matt Harmon (@mattharmon.bsky.social) 2025-03-28T15:02:45.918Z

Ohio State QB @whoward_ believes his teammate WR Emeka Egbuka is poised to be a “special” NFL player.

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— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 2, 2025​

Emeka Egbuka is a WR prospect in the 2025 draft class. He scored a 9.72 RAS out of a possible 10.00. This ranked 108 out of 3815 WR from 1987 to 2025.https://t.co/3KQytaOwkV pic.twitter.com/hC95XAtKcy

— Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) April 12, 2025​

How does he fit on the team​

Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel headline the Commanders’ receiving corps. Veterans Noah Brown, K.J. Osborn, and Michael Gallup round out the group along with a developing Luke McCaffrey. Of all those names, the only one signed beyond 2026 is Luke McCaffrey. If the Commanders want to get ahead of their needs, they will prioritize finding a talented wide receiver to complement Jayden Daniels.

He may not be the biggest or fastest receiver, but Emeka Egbuka is reliable. After a four-year career, Egbuka leaves Ohio State as the Buckeyes’ all-time leader in catches and yards. It’s his release, his route-running, and hands that will help him be successful going forward. He’d immediately improve the slot WR position if selected by the Commanders, finding a fair amount of targets. But, to be the Commanders’ selection, Egbuka has to show he can be more than just a slot receiver. While he has attributes that suggest he will, it’ll be important for him to be more physical. Having Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel should help him in this area. If he can improve his physicality, Egbuka could be a WR1 in the NFL. If he doesn’t, he should still be one of the best slot WRs in the league with time.

Source: https://www.hogshaven.com/2025/4/19...r-the-washington-commanders-nfl-draft-profile

 

[Washington Commanders]

2025 NFL Mock Draft Roundup: Trading down is a popular option for the Washington Commanders

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Who is Washington picking in 2025?

The NFL Draft is five days away, and we’ve got a fresh roundup of mock drafts to check out. Mel Kiper Jr leads the charge again this week with a two round mock draft that sees the Washington Commanders trading out of the first round. The Cleveland Browns trade up for Ole Miss QB Jaxson Dart in a popular scenario for Commanders fans. There are eight other mock drafts that have Washington trading down, and there is a wide range of players that teams are targeting at #29, including OT, WR and S. Adam Peters has said they are looking for value in the draft, and that could mean trading up, down, or sticking at #29 and taking the best player available.

Defensive end/EDGE continues to be the most popular position mocked to the Washington Commanders. There are nine different options in this week’s roundup, with James Pearce Jr. and Donovan Ezeiruaku getting the most mentions(10). Defense has the most options with cornerback having the biggest amount of variety.

Offense gets some attention this week, with a focus on the skill players. Ohio State WR Emeka Egbuka goes to Washington in six mocks this week, including the Athletic’s Dane Brugler. Matthew Golden has been out of reach for Washington in most mocks, but this week he gets picked by the Commanders four times. The speedy receiver from Texas would be another weapon for Jayden Daniels and Kliff Kingsbury to work with.

Position breakdown:​

WR – 3

RB – 2

OT – 2

OG - 1

EDGE/DE – 9

DL – 1

CB – 4

S – 2

LB - 1

Trade down - 9

Washington Commanders 2025 NFL Draft Picks​

Round 1 - #29

Round 2 - #61

Round 4 (via HOU) - #128

Round 6 - #205

Round 7 (from DEN via PHI) - #245

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Trade down​

E$PN+(Kiper/Yates)​

Browns get: Nos. 29 and 128

Commanders get: Nos. 33 and 67

Yates: Mel, I think we need a trade here. Cleveland could look to trade back into the first round if the quarterback board falls the right way, and this is a good chance to do so.

Kiper: Makes a lot of sense to me. The Commanders would love an extra Day 2 pick.

Round 2(#33): Donovan Ezeiruaku, Edge, Boston College

Ezeiruaku would be terrific value at the top of the second round — he could easily climb into the 20s as one of the best pure pass rushers in the class. He had 16.5 sacks last season, and his 65 pressures led the nation.

Round 2(#61): Jacob Parrish, CB, Kansas State

Parrish is tough, feisty and extremely fast. Benjamin St-Juste is gone, and Marshon Lattimore has battled some injuries, so getting another corner should be a focus for Washington.

Round 3(#67):Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa

More backfield depth makes sense for the Commanders, and Johnson would bring a good blend of size and power. His 1,537 rushing yards ranked seventh in the FBS last season.

Rotowire(Bartel)​

49ers trade No. 43, No. 138 and fourth-round pick next year for Commanders No. 29(Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State)

The Commanders probably stay pat if I’m being truthful, but general manager Adam Peters has ties to the 49ers of course, and the teams already executed the Deebo Samuel trade earlier this offseason. I’m of the opinion that Washington’s postseason run last year was a bit flukey, and continuing to be patient and build the totality of the roster makes sense. I also have the 49ers overpaying a bit in this scenario because there’s little incentive to trade out, and they have a glut of conditional picks over the next two drafts to play with.

Of all the trades projected, I don’t really know if this one makes a lot sense, but I wanted to shoot my shot so to speak with San Francisco’s usual draft aggressiveness. Simmons suffered a non-contact patella injury in October that required surgery, and the thought is the Ohio State tackle probably won’t be available Week 1. That would hinder his draft value to a lot of teams, but I think the 49ers are uniquely poised to withstand such a loss, but also have a clear need at improving the tackle position over time. Jumping ahead of the Eagles and Chiefs, who are always candidates to draft offensive line, is part of the onus for this trade up, but it’s also a relatively cheap price to pay to get a cornerstone tackle for at least four years.

NFL Trade Rumors(Ulrich)​

Trade down with the New England Patriots(Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona)

Round 2(#38): Nic Scourton, DE, Texas A&M(Draft profile)

The Commanders made several blockbuster moves this offseason but the one area they haven’t addressed in that fashion yet is edge rusher. Scourton is an interesting projection, as it’s not clear what his best weight as a pro is. What is clear is that he’s a quality athlete and football player who can make a lot of things work. Commanders HC Dan Quinn has a history of getting the best out of players and there could be a lot there with Scourton.

Round 2(#61): Wyatt Milum, G, West Virginia

Washington’s offensive line over-achieved last year and played a big role in how the team exceeded expectations as a whole. But the Commanders made it clear with the trade for LT Laremy Tunsil they wouldn’t just be content with the status quo, and they could look for additional reinforcements in the draft. Milum was a college tackle who will move inside to guard in the NFL due to a lack of length. He makes up for it with tenacity, however.

CBS Sports(Fornelli)​

Trade down with the New Orleans Saints who select Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss

Going after a QB at nine didn’t make sense for the Saints, but trading back into the end of the first round to get one would. The Saints get Dart whom they could groom for a year behind Derek Carr (or start if Carr isn’t healthy) while the Commanders add picks (they only have five).

CBS Sports(White)​

Trade down with the Philadelphia Eagles who select Malaki Starks, S, Georgia

Intra-division trades do happen in the draft, even in the first round — who can forget the draft day sequence that saw the Eagles hop the Giants for DeVonta Smith by trading with the Cowboys, who got the last laugh with Micah Parsons two picks later? This is lower stakes with the two top NFC East contenders swapping places as the Eagles trade No. 134 to move up three spots for their latest Georgia defender despite being favored to go DL/edge first.

SiriusXM(Kirwan/Miller)​

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— SiriusXM NFL Radio (@SiriusXMNFL) April 12, 2025

Round 2(#34): Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky

Round 2(#61): Ozzy Trapilo, OT, Boston College

Pro Football Network(Bearman)​

Cleveland trades No. 33 and a 2026 third-round pick to Washington for No. 29(Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss)

Football Guys(Song)​

Trade down with the Cleveland Browns who select Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama

Daily Press(Vosburg)​

Trade down with the Denver Broncos who select Matthew Golden, WR, Texas

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Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State(Draft profile)​

The Athletic(Brugler)​

It was hard to pass on Donovan Ezeiruaku, who would fill a big need for the Commanders at pass rusher. But the idea of adding a polished receiver such as Egbuka would be an appealing option — and would move Washington one step closer to an all-Ohio State receiving depth chart.

Round 2: Oluwafemi Oladejo, EDGE, UCLA(Draft profile)

Round 4: DJ Giddens, RB, Kansas State

Round 6: Jackson Kaiser, LB, Notre Dame

Round 7: Jonah Monheim, OL, USC

CBS Sports(Renner)​

Egbuka may not be Terry McLaurin, but he doesn’t have to be in the offense. He’s a reliable number two and plus run-blocker.

Round 2: Azareye’h Thomas, CB, Florida State

Walter Football(Campbell)​

Deebo Samuel is nearing the end of his contract, and the Commanders could use more weapons for Jayden Daniels.

In 2023, Egbuka had 81 catches for 1,011 yards and 10 touchdowns. The 6-foot-1, 205-pounder turned in 74 receptions for 1,151 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2022. He emerged as a potential No. 1 receiver or really good No. 2 wideout. At other schools, Egbuka would have had an even bigger year, but he was the No. 2 receiver for Ohio State across from Marvin Harrison Jr. While injuries were a factor in 2023, Egbuka needs a bounce-back season in 2024 as he looked much faster in 2022 compared to his 2023 performance. Thus far in 2024, Egbuka has 70 catches for 896 yards and 10 touchdowns.

Round 2: Jonah Savaiinaea, OT, Arizona

Washington could use more right tackle talent.

Savaiinaea broke into the starting lineup at right tackle in 2022 and immediately was a solid contributor for the Wildcats. As a sophomore in 2023, Savaiinaea was even better teaming with Jordan Morgan to give Arizona an effective tackle tandem. Savaiinaea is not as good of an athlete as Morgan, but Savaiinaea is stronger, nastier, and looks to finish off defenders. Some area scouts are grading Savaiinaea on day two and think he should move inside to guard in the NFL. Other sources think he could be a late one and a good starting guard in the NFL. Thus, Savaiinaea is a bit of a love/hate prospect.

Pro Football Network(Infante)​

Jayden Daniels, Dan Quinn, and the Washington Commanders exceeded expectations in 2024. While they fell just short of the Super Bowl, a few more smart moves could push them over the top.

Emeka Egbuka is a sturdy, reliable receiver with good hands and quick lateral movements as both a route runner and a ball carrier. Don’t let the hype around his past and current Buckeyes teammates fool you; Egbuka’s tape looks the part of a future NFL starting wide receiver.

Round 2: Darien Porter, CB, Iowa State

After going offense in the first round of this 2025 NFL Mock Draft, it could make sense for the Commanders to invest in their secondary in Round 2.

He may be raw as a processor in coverage, but the upside with Darien Porter is immense. A former wide receiver at the college level, he has tremendous length and ball skills with the raw track speed to give him physical tools worth developing.

Round 4: David Walker, EDGE, Central Arkansas

Round 6: Marcus Yarns, RB, Delaware

Round 7: Rayuan Lane III, S, Navy

NFL Spin Zone(Scataglia)​

Emeka Egbuka on the Washington Commanders feels like a logical fit. They also traded for Deebo Samuel, so the WR room now has a three-headed monster featuring Egbuka, Samuel, and Terry McLaurin.

VSiN(Youmans)​

Matthew Golden, WR, Texas​

NFL Spin Zone(Bedinger)​

The Washington Commanders stay put with the 29th overall pick and still somehow manage to land arguably the best wide receiver in the class. Matthew Golden worked primarily out of the slot for the Texas Longhorns but flashed “go-to” abilities. He’s got outstanding long speed, great hands, and he’s tough. He’s a reliable target and someone Jayden Daniels will be able to trust in big spots. The Commanders already traded for Deebo Samuel to add to their offensive weaponry, but they can’t pass on this value.

Round 2: Jordan Burch, EDGE/DL, Oregon

Sports Illustrated(Joyce)​

Edge is on the board here, but Washington currently has Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel on expiring deals heading into 2025. Golden provides another weapon to an offense that featured last year’s rookie of the year. Add 4.29 speed is never a bad thing either.

Fantasy Pros(Janvrin)​

The Commanders traded for Deebo Samuel, but I do have questions regarding how much longer he can hold up. The Commanders could use another outside receiver in place of Noah Brown. The Commanders don’t have a speed threat with Dyami Brown leaving, and Golden fills that need as the team pushes to have even more success in 2025.

New York Post(Serby)​

A 4.29 flyer to replace Dyami Brown for Jayden Daniels.

Jayden Higgins, WR, Iowa State​

Pro Football Focus(Wasserman)​

Adding another weapon like Jayden Higgins — who earned a perfect 99.9 intermediate receiving grade last season — would give Jayden Daniels the ability to consistently attack all three levels of the defense. Terry McLaurin could continue stretching the field as a deep threat, while Deebo Samuel thrives underneath with yards after the catch. Higgins’ ability to win in isolation would bring yet another dynamic element to an already dangerous offense.

TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State(Draft profile)​

Sports Illustrated(Harrison)​

The Commanders continue to ensure quarterback Jayden Daniels is well-supported. So at the end of the first round, Washington gets a back with three-down potential who is the best pass protector in his group.

College Football Network(Jones)​

TreVeyon Henderson adds a splash of stardust to the Commanders’ high-performing offense. The Ohio State running back has explosive speed, instant change of direction, and sudden movement, meaning He could hit a home run on any down.

Henderson is also the best pass-protecting back in this class and is a clean receiver who takes care of the football.

Round 2: Bradyn Swinson, EDGE, LSU

Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina​

Yahoo Sports(Tice/Robinson)​

This might feel like a luxury pick given the Commanders’ needs elsewhere, but they would have some serious horsepower on offense with the addition of Hampton. He has been a star of the draft process coming off the backs of a dominant season running the ball for UNC. Hampton paired with Jayden Daniels would give the Commanders a chance to repeat last season and cement themselves as an elite running team for years to come.

NFL Spin Zone(Bedinger)​

If the Washington Commanders are sitting there with the 29th overall pick and a chance to select Omarion Hampton, they’d probably be wondering if they were living in a simulation instead of reality.

How could this even be possible?

Hampton is considered one of the best offensive weapons in this class. The Commanders might actually have to trade up to get him if they want him, but he would be a stellar pickup for this offense late in round one.

Hampton is one of the best backs in this class at creating yardage after contact, and that’s saying something considering this class also includes the likes of Ashton Jeanty and Kaleb Johnson, two absolute demons at creating yardage after contact.

He would work so well with Jayden Daniels and give this Commanders offense yet another dynamic weapon to run up the scoreboard this coming season. How would you stop a running game with Hampton and Daniels leading the way?

Round 2: Jack Sawyer, EDGE, Ohio State

Sportskeeda(Pauline)​

With the top pass rushers off the board, the Commanders add a weapon on offense.

Round 2: Azareye’h Thomas, CB, Florida State

NJ.com(Novozinsky)​

Washington’s high-powered offense gets even better.

Fantasy Sports on SI(Brandon)​

I believe Hampton is the second-best running back in this year’s draft class behind Ashton Jeanty and although the Commanders have other holes on the roster, this pick could put Washington’s offense over the top. Hampton is extremely talented in between the tackles with great vision, solid pass protection skills, and is a monster once he gets the ball in space. With Jayden Daniels under center, Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel on the outside, and Hampton in the backfield, the Commanders would have one of the best offenses in the NFC.

Establish the Run(Daigle)​

Making life easier for their franchise QB during his rookie deal continues to take priority in Washington, gifting Jayden Daniels another piece who can explode upfield from underneath. Hampton encouragingly handled 282 or more touches in each of his last two seasons with the Tar Heels, hauling in 29 and 38 catches in that time.

Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State​

DraftTek​

General Manager Adam Peters did an excellent job filling in major gaps all over this Washington roster in the offseason, positioning the team to draft based on their board come April 24th. While these holes have been filled, the solutions he signed are far more Band-Aid options than long-term solutions. In addition, in acquiring Lattimore, Samuel, and Tunsil, a whopping seven draft picks were traded away.

As a result, I think Peters and Co. want to trade down desperately in order to recoup picks. This Draft is unique in that players 10-60 are fairly similar prospects, so it’s unlikely that there’s a ‘can’t-miss’ prospect waiting for the Commanders at 29. If the team doesn’t trade down I expect the pick to be in the trenches or at corner.

Here, Ohio State OT Josh Simmons would be tough to pass up. A consensus top-5 pick heading into the year, Simmons tore his patellar tendon on October 12th, sending his stock to the lower end of Round 1. While the Commanders have Tunsil at LT for the foreseeable future and a possible young stalwart at RT in Brandon Coleman, the addition of a possible top-five tackle prospect at 29 would be quite a value, and as Peters showed last year in his pick of DT Johnny Newton, he isn’t afraid to add to a position of strength.

If Simmons is ready to go, he could play at either guard spot or at RT, sliding Coleman into guard. No matter where Simmons lines up, he makes Jayden Daniels’ offense significantly better.

Round 2: Shemar Turner, DL, Texas A&M

Round 4: Tyler Baron, EDGE, Florida

Round 6: Trevor Etienne, RB, Georgia

Round 7: Jason Marshall Jr, CB, Florida

Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon​

Football Guys(Bitonti)​

The Commanders traded for left tackle Laremy Tunsil, but Sam Cosmi tore his ACL in the playoffs. Assuming Brandon Coleman takes over at right tackle, the options to replace Cosmi include Trent Scott, Andrew Wylie, and Cornelius Lucas. They can’t afford for that wound to fester. Conerly starts at guard and eventually bumps outside.

Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota​

Palm Beach Post(Schad)​

Donovan Jackson, OL, Ohio State​

Sports Illustrated(Landis)​

Needing to protect Jayden Daniels, the Commanders get an athletic and versatile lineman who can play either guard or tackle.

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Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College​

NFL.com(Rueter)​

Ezeiruaku brings speed off the edge as well as a very effective spin move. In Washington, he could be used as a designated pass rusher as a rookie, giving the team needed juice after losing leading 2024 sacker Dante Fowler in free agency.

Round 2: Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA

Round 4: Jason Marshall Jr, CB, Florida

Round 6: Isaac TeSlaa, WR, Arkansas

Round 7: LeQuint Allen, RB, Syracuse

CBS Sports(Podell)​

With Dante Fowler Jr., Washington’s 2024 sacks leader with 10.5, returning to the Cowboys, the Commanders need to acquire a young edge rusher. Enter James Pearce. He is a two-time All-SEC player who led the conference in tackles for loss (28) and quarterback pressures (107) across the last two seasons. The reason he falls this low in the draft is because he needs to improve his technique since he plays too stiff and upright at times. Dan Quinn feels he can fix him and selects him here.

CBS Sports(Dajani)​

The Commanders need to upgrade at pass rusher, and Donovan Ezeiruaku was a 2024 Consensus All-American last season that also won ACC Defensive Player of the Year following a historic campaign in which he recorded 16.5 sacks and 21 tackles for loss.

CBS Sports(Dubin)​

The Commies still need to find a way to get some pressure on opposing quarterbacks and Ezeiruaku should help there. He was one of the best pass rushers in the country in 2024.

SB Nation(Acosta)​

The Commanders need to turn up their pass rush, especially with Dante Fowler Jr and Jonathan Allen both gone. Ezeiruaku is a violent player with speed and burst around the edge, but has long arms and the disposition to play the run as well.

Walter Football​

The Redskins need to improve their defense, and specifically, their pass rush. They’ve brought in plenty of edge rushers for visits during the pre-draft process.

Donovan Ezeiruaku is a terrific edge rusher, but has some size limitations.

Round 2: Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame

The Redskins have a hole in their secondary. They need a new safety to pair with Quan Martin.

Xavier Watts is a dangerous ballhawk who made lots of plays for Notre Dame.

Round 4: Donovan Edwards, RB, Michigan

The Redskins don’t have the best running game, so they could address this in the middle rounds.

Donovan Edwards has a great combination of size and speed.

Round 6: Jaylin Smith, CB, USC

The Redskins don’t have many draft picks, but one of them should be used on a cornerback.

Jaylin Smith needs to get stronger for the next level.

Establish the Run(Silva)​

2024 ACC Defensive Player of the Year and Ted Hendricks Award winner as the nation’s top defensive end. Outside rusher is a big need for Washington opposite Dorance Armstrong.

Fantasy Pros(Weyrauch)​

The Commanders made a valiant effort to reach the Super Bowl but ultimately fell short. Improving their pass rush could be a key focus for them as they approach this offseason. Donovan Ezeiruaku put up 14 sacks in Power 5 play this season.

Pro Football Rumors(Allen)​

Despite Washington’s trip to the NFC championship game last year, the team could stand to improve in several areas. The offensive skill positions are all pretty good, and the addition of Laremy Tunsil certainly helps, but the offensive line as a whole is just OK. Similarly, the secondary is alright but not great and could use improvements at cornerback, like Kentucky’s Maxwell Hairston or Ole Miss’ Trey Amos. On paper, the defensive line (from left to right, Clelin Ferrell–Daron Payne–Javon Kinlaw–Dorance Armstrong) feels like a strength, but these veterans have lacked consistency over the past few years.

As long as the Commanders, who have just five picks in this draft, don’t trade down to collect more draft capital, Ezeiruaku feels like the player who can add the most value at this point in the draft. A consensus All-American, Ezeiruaku finished a half-sack behind Green for the nation lead last year with 16.5. His 20.5 tackles for loss in 2024 were good for fourth in the country behind Carter (23.5), Green (22.5), and Ohio State’s JT Tuimoloau (21.5). With Dante Fowler and his 10.5 sacks headed back to Dallas, the team’s top returning sack artists at defensive end are Armstrong (five in 2024) and Ferrell (3.5). Ezeiruaku may not start immediately, but he should be able to provide some much-needed production, even if he’s coming in off the bench.

Takeaways​

I seem to be sending edge rushers flying off the board right now, as this is our third in a row. That’s a premium position for anyone, especially playoff teams trying to win it all. It also just so happens that these potential contenders all need help at that spot, and Ezeiruaku was highly productive in college. While Mike Green had the most sacks in the FBS, Ezeiruaku led the Power 4. As with our last two players, he needs to do better in the strength department. However, his bend around the edge is excellent, and his motor never quits. I’m expecting a bit of sack production based on pure effort alone.

Shemar Stewart, EDGE, Texas A&M​

CBS Sports(Benjamin)​

The Commanders aren’t averse to investing in high-profile, if inconsistent, prospects (see: Javon Kinlaw). Also needing a bona fide edge rusher, they could trust Dan Quinn to get the most out of Stewart, a freak athlete with low sack numbers.

CBS Sports(Wilson)​

For an edge rusher Stewart is enormous. He’ll play too high at times but he can collapse the pocket with his size/power/strength. He’s got a quick first step, even for his size, with the power to shoot gaps. And when the bull rush doesn’t get home, his huge frame allows him to knock down passes. He has a hair-on-fire motor who consistently plays with power and athleticism.

Round 2: Azareye’h Thomas, CB, Florida State

USA Today(Brinkerhoff)​

The Commanders are the beneficiary of another draft fall, pouncing on the potential that Stewart offers off the edge. Washington went into the Detroit pick likely feeling good about filling their needs with Johnson or Stewart, but Dan Quinn’s defense would get a much-needed injection of youth and potential in their pass rush with the Texas A&M product.

USA Today(Dragon)​

The Commanders lost their sack leader Dante Fowler Jr. in free agency. Stewart’s college production raises some questions (only 4.5 sacks in three seasons), but he possesses high upside.

Fox Sports(Wright)​

The Huddle(Dorey)​

James Pearce Jr, EDGE, Tennessee​

NFL.com(Rank)​

The offense is looking really good, Commanders, now that you’ve bolstered the line with Laremy Tunsil and brought in Deebo Samuel to go opposite Terry McLaurin. I wouldn’t rule out taking a running back or another offensive stud here. However, you need to play some defense. Pearce could help boost the pass rush after the loss of 2024 sack leader Dante Fowler and two-time Pro Bowler Jonathan Allen.

USA Today(McKessy)​

Washington needs to bring in pass-rushing reinforcements after losing sack leader Dante Fowler Jr. to the Cowboys in free agency. Enter James Pearce Jr., who’s a lengthy edge rusher with tons of explosiveness coming off a first-team All-SEC season that featured 13 tackles for a loss and 7.5 sacks. With some added strength and developed technique, he has a future as a dangerous weapon off the edge in Washington.

Sports Illustrated(Fabiano)​

I see a lot of mocks where the Commanders take a wide receiver, but I don’t love that much from a fantasy standpoint with Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel Sr. already on the team. The odds like Washington to go with a DL/EDGE rusher (+180 at FD) or an offensive lineman (+320 at FD), but I’ll go with the former. Based on this mock draft, Pearce Jr. would be the best DL/EDGE left.

The 33rd Team(Mosher)​

Dan Quinn has had a lot of success with twitchy, undersized EDGE rushers, and Pearce certainly qualifies. He’s likely not an every-down player right away, as he needs to put on some weight.

Still, he can bend around the edge and create havoc on opposing quarterbacks. Pearce could fall further than this, but the Commanders are a good landing spot for him and his talent.

Sharp Football Analysis(Donahue)​

One of the aforementioned defensive linemen that may have a higher ceiling is Pearce Jr, but some character concerns may push him down the board.

However, Washington has a glaring need at the position and could be willing to take on the risk.

Pearce Jr. had the second-highest pressure rate in FBS last season.

Defensive Line/EDGE to be the first position selected by Washington is favored at +165.

FOX Sports(Schwartz)​

The Commanders will add the best available pass rusher here, and that should be Pearce.

Draft Sharks(Hallam)​

Pearce has some personality issues, but the Commanders culture has been strengthened. From a talent perspective, Pearce showcased his skills living in the backfield in the SEC.

Round 2: Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame

Round 4: Tez Johnson, WR, Oregon

Johnson is small and slow, but he is certainly quick. The Commanders get a potential slot option down the line.

Round 6: Jaydon Blue, RB, Texas

Blue’s speed and pass catching could be enough to make the roster for the Commanders.

Round 7: Ryan Fitzgerald, K, Florida State

Fitzgerald won’t kick the long FG, but he is reliable from close up. Drafted to compete for the job.

Newsweek(Quinn)​

Pearce is a polarizing prospect who at one point was considered a potential top ten pick. He clearly has the talent of a top edge rusher, but character concerns and his run-stopping ability hurt his draft stock for this year’s draft.

Fantasy Pros(Jones)​

After making a surprisingly deep playoff run, Washington blew a ton of money and picks upgrading their team this offseason. Outside of perhaps left guard or right tackle, they look good on offense.

They could look for an impact player at defensive end or cornerback to build around long-term, despite having veteran stop-gaps like Deatrich Wise and Jonathan Jones there. Getting an explosive Leo to complement their high-scoring offense would be nice.

Fantasy Life(Freedman)​

Pearce was moderately productive over his final two college seasons with 17.5 sacks and 28 tackles for loss, but it’s his combine performance (4.47-second 40-yard dash at 6-5, 245 lbs.) that makes him likely to go on Day 1.

Defensive HC Dan Quinn will likely relish the opportunity to add Pearce to his DL, which has been almost entirely turned over since last offseason. With Pearce, Quinn will have another foundational building block for his defense.

Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall​

USA Today(Middlehurst-Schwartz)​

Two sexual assault allegations could complicate Green’s draft outlook. But if he’s available at this point – and there’s a chance that his range is closer to the teens – and the Commanders are comfortable with the selection, the Football Bowl Subdivision leader in sacks could be a critical cornerstone for a pass rush that lacks a dynamic presence.

Pro Football Network(Sheath)​

A former wide receiver, Green’s speed and agility helped him amass 17 sacks and 23 tackles for loss in 2024. His physical measurements will likely see him overlooked by some teams, but his production is impossible to ignore.

After losing Dante Fowler Jr., who led the team with 10.5 sacks and 14 tackles for loss in 2024, the Washington Commanders could take a chance on Green. The team could easily take a receiver here if they like the available options, but Fowler’s production is a lot to lose. The intriguing Green adds a speed element to the Commanders’ pass rush.

Round 2: Jack Bech, WR, TCU

OutKick(Zaksheske)​

What a debut season for Jayden Daniels! But the Commanders can’t get complacent; we all saw the step backwards taken by the Texans with C.J. Stroud in season two. The offense wasn’t the issue, though, it was the defense. Getting a guy like Green who can get after the passer is an important need for Washington.

Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M(Draft profile)​

Newsweek(Lazenby)​

The Commanders were the surprise of the NFL in 2024 and the team will look to build on that in 2025. Adding a toolsy edge-rusher like Nic Scourton could help that, as the team desperately needs a more consistent pass-rush.

Oluwafemi Oladejo, EDGE, UCLA(Draft profile)​

The Draft Network(Fowler)​

The tea leaves continue to connect Femi Oladejo to Washington, who seamlessly fits general manager Adam Peters’ on and off-field culture. James Pearce Jr. is a name to watch here as well, but Oladejo’s projectability as a pass rusher, ability to set the edge on early downs, experience at different alignments (former ILB), and leadership qualities paint the picture of everything Washington wants in a ballplayer. Trading back is a high possibility here as well with limited overall draft capital in Peters’ pocket.

Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia ​

Sports Illustrated(Martuneac)​

I almost went with a defensive back here, but Williams provides too much potential value at 29th overall and the Commanders need more talent on the D-line.

FTN Fantasy(Randle)​

Edge rusher in the No. 1 need for Washington. Easier to find wide receivers later in the draft or via free agency.

Draft Countdown(Lamb)​

Round 2: RJ Harvey, RB, UCF

Round 4: Connor Colby, OL, Iowa

Round 6: KeAndre Lambert-Smith, WR, Auburn

Round 7: Moliki Matavao, TE, UCLA

JT Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State​

NFL.com(Ross)​

Maybe the most underrated player in this draft class. Tuimoloau joins Dan Quinn’s defensive front as a hard-nosed and productive talent. Filling a big need in Washington, JTT — who registered 6.5 sacks and 11 tackles for loss during Ohio State’s four-game playoff run — could start immediately for the Commanders, whose DE depth chart is littered with NFL journeymen.

Ashton Gillotte, EDGE, Louisville​

CBS Sports(Hunt)​

Here’s a surprise pick in this mock draft, with Gillotte going to the Commanders. I don’t think enough folks are talking about how consistently excellent his tape is with regards to him coming off the edge. There’s always a surprise first-rounder in every draft, and the talented EDGE out of Louisville would be my pick.

Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss​

USA Today(Davis)​

They’ve got a lot of money tied up in DTs Daron Payne and Javon Kinlaw, yet neither has shown the consistent ability to be a disruptive player (aside from Payne’s Pro Bowl production in 2022). Nolen (6-4, 296), a 2024 All-American, has the talent to create a lot more havoc up the gut (10½ sacks and 2023 TFLs since 2023).

CBS Sports(Kerr)​

Nolen is physical on the defensive interior, showcasing the burst off the line of scrimmage and the power to make life tough on guards and centers. Commanders could use this to compete against the Eagles.

Mock Draft HQ​

A former five-star talent, Nolen gives Washington a disruptive force inside. After trading away key defensive linemen, this pick helps rebuild that once-feared front.

Trey Amos, CB, Mississippi​

The Huddle(Bonini)​

Shavon Revel Jr, CB, East Carolina​

NFL.com(Filice)​

An impressive physical specimen at a hair under 6-2 with pterodactyl length, Revel was poised to make a national name for himself in 2024. But then he tore his ACL during a practice in September, prematurely ending his final season at ECU and preventing him from showing his wares in the pre-draft process. Out of sight, but not out of mind. I anticipate a playoff team scooping him up in the back stretch of Round 1 as a long-term value pick with a potentially massive ROI. And a traitsy corner with serious press-man upside seems like something Dan Quinn could be interested in.

USA Today(Ostly)​

Washington’s defense needs lots of reinforcements at multiple spots but, in a division featuring lots of receiver talent, it opts for the long, fast, hard-hitting Revel. The East Carolina product would likely go higher in this class if not for a season-ending ACL injury suffered in September 2024. He’s built to excel in Dan Quinn’s style of coverage.

Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky​

Pro Football Focus(Plocher)​

The Commanders didn’t have a single secondary player with a PFF coverage grade above 65.0 in 2024. Hairston’s 2024 campaign was shortened by injury, but he posted an 85.3 PFF coverage grade along with five interceptions and four pass breakups in 2023.

Jahdae Barron, DB, Texas​

Sports Illustrated(Landis)​

Washington was one of the top pass defenses in the league last season, but they get a player that Dan Quinn will love having on his unit. Barron will likely be a slot at the next level, but he can play anywhere in the secondary.

Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina​

NFL.com(Band)​

Dan Quinn has long leaned on hybrid safeties with size and range — think Kam Chancellor, Keanu Neal, Donovan Wilson and Jeremy Chinn — to serve as tone-setters in his single-high-heavy scheme. Emmanwori fits that mold, offering versatility as a box defender or big nickel in sub-packages. GM Adam Peters shores up a secondary that allowed a league-worst 146.8 passer rating on throws of 10-plus air yards to the deep middle last season, per Next Gen Stats.

The 33rd Team(Foster)​

Nick Emmanwori was built in a lab to play safety for Dan Quinn. He’s a Swiss army knife who can plug into any spot on the back-seven and is essentially immune to mismatches.

He can defend the sidelines as a deep safety, play press-man on tight ends, drive on in-breaking routes as a robber, and shed blocks and fit the run like a linebacker.

Round 2: Bradyn Swinson, EDGE, LSU

Chicago Tribune(Biggs)​

The Commanders could be in the market for defensive line help, but coach Dan Quinn loves hybrid-type safeties. Emmanwori is versatile and physical and would be a great replacement for Jeremy Chinn on the back end of the defense.

Underdog Network(Winks)​

They lost do-everything S Jeremy Chinn this offseason, and Emmanwori is a bigger and more athletic version of that role if he hits.

Malaki Starks, S, Georgia​

The 33rd Team(Crabbs)​

Washington aggressively addressed a number of its most pressing needs with trades. Laremy Tunsil and Deebo Samuel changed the game offensively for the Commanders.

But on defense, Dan Quinn’s unit is missing a secondary quarterback. Starks is a highly cerebral player who should be a match made in heaven with Quinn.

Round 2: Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa

Round 4: Jack Sawyer, EDGE, Ohio State

Round 6: Chimere Dike, WR, Florida

Round 7: Myles Hinton, OT, Michigan

Pro Football Network(DeLeone)​

Starks has the coverage ability and overall instincts to become one of the best safeties in the NFL. Luckily for the Commanders, he falls right into their lap, and they can reap the rewards of safeties being consistently overlooked in the draft.

Round 2: TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State(Draft profile)

Bleacher Nation(Rooney)​

Not many people know how to coach and develop safeties like Dan Quinn. Malaki Starks is a very high-level talent who has a versatile skillset. He’s a very smart defender and is great at positioning himself and locating the ball in pass coverage. I think while this might not be Washington’s biggest need, Quinn would love to get a player of Starks’ caliber on his defense.

Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama​

Pro Football Network​

The Washington Commanders are in the strange position of being a contending team without too many long-term building blocks in place. As such, the Commanders can feasibly lean toward picking the best available player without worrying too much about roster needs.

Even with Bobby Wagner and Frankie Luvu set to return at linebacker in 2025, drafting the consensus top off-ball linebacker in Jihaad Campbell would be a great succession plan.

Campbell also brings some pass-rush ability, which would be useful for a Washington defense that blitzed at the sixth-highest rate (32%) in 2024. However, his calling card is his sideline-to-sideline range in a prototypical linebacker body — a rare quality in a league where linebackers get smaller every year. Campbell wouldn’t have pressure to play right away, but could quickly grow into the centerpiece of Dan Quinn’s defense.

Round 2: Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State

A big part of the Ohio State Buckeyes’ championship run in 2024 was their ground game, and running back Quinshon Judkins played a massive role in their success. The Ole Miss transfer finished with 1,060 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns on 194 carries during his only season with the Buckeyes, forming a dynamic backfield tandem with Tre’Veyon Henderson.

One of the trickiest quandaries for talent evaluators in the 2025 NFL Draft cycle is ranking the two-headed RB tandem at Ohio State. Judkins comes in as the second-best of the two on our board, but he’s compelling as an early-round option in his own right. Judkins rode his historic early production to an opportunity with the Buckeyes in 2024, and he was able to win a national championship while sharing touches with Henderson. His production dipped, but his projection remains tantalizing for scouts.

At 6’0″, 221 pounds, Judkins is a hyper-energetic, short-strider with elite burst and searing speed through gaps. He’s not an adept creator when things go off-script, but when things are on schedule, he’s a super-charged carving knife with his keen vision and quick pace.

Considering the Commanders don’t have a single running back under contract past 2025, drafting their potential future starter in the backfield figures to be a priority at some point. Judkins can maximize his potential with better technique, and splitting touches with Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler for a year can help him develop those traits. Down the road, it wouldn’t be surprising if he formed an imposing thunder-and-lightning rushing duo with Jayden Daniels.

Source: https://www.hogshaven.com/2025/4/19...-popular-option-for-the-washington-commanders