***OFFICIAL*** Washington Commanders Thread (3 Viewers)

[fatness]

The only thing worrying me about Ekeler is how long he took to recover from his concussion last year.

He's had multiple (officially diagnosed) concussions over the years, right?

4 that I know of, in 2018, 2021, and 2 last year.

Austin Ekeler details memory loss, neck pain in first interview since Week 12 concussion

"I didn't even remember how I got off the field," the Commanders RB said in his first media appearance since suffering the injury.

www.nytimes.com

 

[fatness]

Someone at Bleacherreport says Ekeler is a candidate to be cut. Seems like speculation only, not insight into current team thinking.

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25212649-5-cut-candidates-who-should-be-every-nfl-teams-radar

The only thing worrying me about Ekeler is how long he took to recover from his concussion last year.

This is a buy JCM post

Will he be the next Marcus Mason or the next Alfred Morris?

 

[Uruk-Hai]

The only thing worrying me about Ekeler is how long he took to recover from his concussion last year.

He's had multiple (officially diagnosed) concussions over the years, right?

4 that I know of, in 2018, 2021, and 2 last year.

Austin Ekeler details memory loss, neck pain in first interview since Week 12 concussion

"I didn't even remember how I got off the field," the Commanders RB said in his first media appearance since suffering the injury.

www.nytimes.com

I know it's hard, but he should walk away. Ekeler's always come across as a smart guy to me, so hopefully he has himself set up for life after football. I know nothing about his family or support system, though. I think Washington also has some responsibility to maybe help guide him out.

 

[ffmail4me]

Ekler could have a smaller role anyway with the Croskey-Merritt buzz. Have no idea if he's thinking about retiring or truly a cut candidate, but I wouldn't cut him unless I knew for sure Croskey-Merritt was ready to contribute. Because Brian Robinson has missed several games over the years and all the other RBs are just JAGs IMO.

 

[(HULK)]

Someone at Bleacherreport says Ekeler is a candidate to be cut. Seems like speculation only, not insight into current team thinking.

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25212649-5-cut-candidates-who-should-be-every-nfl-teams-radar

The only thing worrying me about Ekeler is how long he took to recover from his concussion last year.

This is a buy JCM post

Will he be the next Marcus Mason or the next Alfred Morris?

Honestly, from the film I've seen on him, he reminds me of Cadillac Williams a ton.

 

[JohnnyU]

What are Commanders fan thoughts on Jaylin Lane? He’s been a free waiver pickup in my leagues.

I've drafted him with one of the last picks in most of my dynasty rookie drafts and got him off waivers after the draft in several leagues as well. Just looked own him in 9 of my 15 leagues. I honestly haven't read a ton about him during camp but his speed is legit and Washington doesn't really have a bunch of proven WRs outside of Terry and Deebo so figured he's well worth the late pick or waiver bucks. I mean, Jayden Daniels is his QB, what's not to like

Any other thoughts or recent news from others regarding Jaylin Lane?

 

[Uruk-Hai]

Ekler could have a smaller role anyway with the Croskey-Merritt buzz. Have no idea if he's thinking about retiring or truly a cut candidate, but I wouldn't cut him unless I knew for sure Croskey-Merritt was ready to contribute. Because Brian Robinson has missed several games over the years and all the other RBs are just JAGs IMO.

For his own well-being, he should retire. This stuff only goes one way. I think Ekeler and Washington should come to an exit plan that works for both.

 

[fatness]

Rich Eisen just predicted 4500 total yards, 35 total TD's, and 6 INT's for Jayden Daniels this year.
Hard to believe numbers like that are being thrown around for a Washington QB.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AEls29vueYw&embeds_referring_euri=https://www.hogshaven.com/&source_ve_path=OTY3MTQ

 

[fatness]

Training camp schedule (July 27 to August 10)

The team will hold three open practices for all fans on July 27, July 29, and August 2, along with three open practices exclusively for season ticket members in select membership types on July 28, July 31, and August 4. All practices will begin at 9 a.m. EST and are subject to change.

Fans can claim their free tickets for training camp open practices beginning Wednesday, July 2 at 11 a.m. by visiting Commanders.com/TrainingCamp. To accommodate as many fans as possible, fans can claim a maximum of six tickets and one parking pass for one day of Training Camp. All parking will be on site at OrthoVirginia Training Center at Commanders Park, and all fans must have a parking pass to access the lot.

The team will also participate in an open joint practice with the New England Patriots at 10:15 a.m. on August 6 on the grass fields behind Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA.

 

[fatness]

Marcus Mariota

“For me, it was one of those things hard to pass up, and you want to go somewhere where you’re wanted,” Mariota said, via Spectrum News. “And they were very adamant that they wanted me back for another year. I love coach, [Dan Quinn] and just [offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury] and the offense, and for me, it was like a no brainer. To stand here 11 years in — very, very few people get an opportunity to do that. So I’m thankful for every day and the ability to go into work and have fun, cut it loose, and have such a great room that makes it so much better, too. I’m just kind of having fun with it, rolling with the punches. Whatever comes, if they need me, I’m ready to play. Otherwise, I’m here for Jay, and just making sure he’s playing to the best of his ability.”

 

[fatness]

Art Monk's #81 is being retired.

 

[fatness]

Von Miller is now a Commander.

Von Miller Announces He's Signing With Commanders in Free Agency

The two-time Super Bowl champion posted the news on Instagram.

www.si.com

 

[travdogg]

Von Miller is now a Commander.

Von Miller Announces He's Signing With Commanders in Free Agency

The two-time Super Bowl champion posted the news on Instagram.

www.si.com

Excellent addition for a contender, especially in Dan Quinn's defense. He's no longer a full-time player, but on 20-30 snaps a game, he's still a top-10 pass rusher.

 

[Uruk-Hai]

Von Miller is now a Commander.

Von Miller Announces He's Signing With Commanders in Free Agency

The two-time Super Bowl champion posted the news on Instagram.

www.si.com

Excellent addition for a contender, especially in Dan Quinn's defense. He's no longer a full-time player, but on 20-30 snaps a game, he's still a top-10 pass rusher.

Agreed. It's a no-brainer for both the team and the player.

 

[Payne]

Wish the Lions would have considered him.

 

[Desert_Power]

I want to pick this team as a regression target but another smart move.

 

[ffmail4me]

I don't know why people are so set on assuming Washington will regress. ALL signs point to a franchise, from top to bottom (ownership, coaches, players) on the rise. Everything I've read from Jayden Daniels this offseason shows how hard a working he is, that he wants to look for tendencies he showed last year to defensive coordinators. I swear I think he's got some of the same mojo Peyton Manning had. I will be surprised if they don't win 12 games this year, even with a harder schedule. Take a hungry motivated team that just greatly improved its o-line, secondary, and pass rush, and we might just see improvements from the skilled positions too (there is a lot of speed and talent added between Deebo, Lane, Sinnott, and Crosky-Merritt). I love what this organization is doing and our future is extremely promising

 

[ffmail4me]

Guy on FB on. Washington group said almost done, Terry signing $31 mil a year for 4 years. We’ll see if he’s right or full of it. I’m good with that number!