The Washington Commanders achieved heights not seen in decades during the 2024 season. Ensuring that this becomes sustainable as part of a lucrative new age for this large-market business is a whole other difficulty.
Adam Peters understood the opportunity that awaited the Commanders this offseason. The general manager became more aggressive, completing two more risky moves for experienced veterans with Pro Bowl production. He signed numerous free agents who had already played in the postseason. The front-office executive also used his five draft picks smartly, identifying immediate difference-makers and raw diamonds who may enter consideration sooner than expected.
When this is combined with the retention of the majority of the players that achieved so much during the previous season, the Commanders’ chances of making another deep playoff run next season look promising.
It will become more difficult in 2025. The Commanders’ timetable structure changed dramatically after regaining public attention. They have eight stand-alone games, five of which are in prime time. They have an overseas game, a Christmas Day matchup, and a Saturday showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles late in the season that might have major implications. Hopefully, Dan Quinn’s team can negotiate the situation skillfully enough that this becomes their new normal rather than a passing fad.
Speaking of the squad, we thought it would be a good time to look at who could make the 53-man roster in 2025, with the recruitment period coming to an end and OTAs approaching.
The Washington Commanders have finally found their great quarterback. Jayden Daniels had one of the best rookie seasons in NFL history, demonstrating the inner hunger, poise, dynamic qualities, and capacity to deliver in the highest stakes that this organization has previously lacked.
Adam Peters did everything he could to surround Daniels with an enhanced supporting cast capable of elevating his game to new heights. The Commanders also preserved quarterback stability by re-signing Marcus Mariota as the veteran backup and mentor to the former LSU standout.
Mariota received widespread praise for the way he assisted Daniels last season. His performance when called upon prompted many to speculate if a starting offer might come from somewhere. The former No. 2 pick chose to stay in Washington instead.
The Commanders added three quarterbacks to their roster last season. If the pattern continues, Josh Johnson and Sam Hartman will compete for the third position. The younger choice is preferred, but either could be chosen.
