Takeaways: Landon Collins has looked outstanding since coming back from his torn Achilles and had no problem moving around in the secondary. What do you need to know ahead of the NFL Draft's first round Thursday night? "I think people throw around the term ball hawk pretty loosely," GM Martin Mayhew said of Forbes. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. Maybe thatll work. This was head coach Ron Rivera's first return to Charlotte since his dismissal from the Panthers on December 1, 2019. What trades will happen during the draft? Sammis Reyes, the Chilean basketball player who spent the past year working to earn an opportunity on an NFL roster, has made his dream a reality by making the 53-man roster. While he did initially struggle against the likes of Young and Montez Sweat, he has since settled in and performed admirably. All rights reserved. He's still viewed as a developmental player, but Reyes showed enough promise for Washington to invest in him. WAS Dustin Hopkins 24-yard field goal, 1:53. "So, I definitely say that that's one that you can point out.". The Commanders do believe in Sam Howell and they should. He boasted the same quickness and versatility that Washington desired when it drafted him, and he looks ready to take the next step in his development. Terry McLaurin, Curtis Samuel, Cam Sims, Dyami Brown and Dax Milne return. Taylor Heinicke proved himself as a competent backup over the past month, particularly in preseason games. Gone from 2021 are Ryan Fitzpatrick and Kyle Allen. WebExplore the NFL Washington Commanders player roster for the current football season. The game was the final for the team to be played as the Washington Football Team, as they rebranded as the Commanders in 2022. He didn't allow a single sack against the Patriots, and he consistently received praise from Rivera for his progress. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Kamren Curl, Darrick Forrest, Bobby McCain and Jeremy Reaves return to the 2022 safety group. 52 Jamin Davis OLB. Five players were suspended by the NFL last month for violating the NFLs policy on sports betting. When Fuller is not playing on the outside, it's expected that Benjamin St-Juste will see heavy doses of playing time. Chris Rodriguez Jr. is a fun player to watch. With the win, Washington swept the Giants for the first time since 2011. The Falcons took back the lead and then extended it to 30-22 early in the fourth, but Heinicke threw two touchdowns in the final four minutes to give Washington the win. Dotson was the first-round selection of the Commanders in the 2022 draft at the No. NYG Graham Gano 23-yard field goal, 4:09. The Commanders have yet to draft an offensive tackle, and there's a massive option still available. Antonio Gibson, J D McKissic and Jonathan Williams return, with the big addition being expected starter Brian Robinson Jr, the 2022 third-round selection. Sign up for the Commanders Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. BUF Emmanuel Sanders 5-yard field pass from Josh Allen (pass failed), 4:43. Ryan Fowler (@_RyanFowler_) April 30, 2023. Notable cuts: David Sharpe, David Steinmetz, Wes Martin, Beau Benzschawel, Jon Toth, Keith Ismael. Kamren Curl is still the "super intelligent guy" Del Rio saw in his rookie year, and his ability to play well at any position in the secondary makes him a valuable member of the defense. He's been active throughout camp and had multiple plays that show that he's fully recovered. Taylor Heinicke remains and the additions made are Carson Wentz and Sam Howell. "I like the fact that he's challenging, I like the fact who he's practicing against because he is getting a high-level education right now.". In the 37 snaps he received against the Patriots and Bengals, he completed 12-of-21 passes for 154 yards. Do you have a sports website? Corn Elder, Danny Johnson and Darryl Roberts all took snaps in 2021, but are not on the roster. Ben Standig 13 Washington Commanders NFL Draft 2023 guide: Picks, predictions and key needs Ben Standig 17 NFL Mock Draft 2023: Our beat writers pick 5 He completed 20-of-28 passes and used his elusive scrambling to keep plays alive. https://commanderswire.usatoday.com/2022/09/05/comparing-washington-commanders-rosters-2021-and-2022-carson-wentz-terry-mclaurin/. Bengals defensive end Joseph Ossai said he underwent surgery to repair a torn shoulder labrum in February but he is expected to be back before the team starts training camp. Taylor Heinicke remains and the additions made are Carson Wentz and Sam Howell. He has not been released and will not appear on the 53-man roster. The Commanders have eight selections overall in the draft, including two compensatory picks. If anything, the position is even more secure now that Allen has signed an extension that keeps him on the roster until 2025. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. Ereck Flowers, who returned to Washington via trade after spending a year with the Miami Dolphins, gradually took over as the starting left guard. Takeaways: Tress Way and Dustin Hopkins have been good mentors for sixth-round pick Camaron Cheeseman. Washington has added plenty of playmaking to its secondary, but could this pick lead to the departure of Kendall Fuller? Plus, options at QB, RB and LB. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. William Jackson intercepted Herbert in the Washington redzone but on the subsequent play Antonio Gibson fumbled the ball on the Washington 5 yard which was recovered by the Charger who then scored the game winning TD with a 3 yard pass to Mike Williams. Rivera said Flowers is a "very physical presence" and has good athleticism. Buffalo got out to a 21-0 lead early, and Washington was never able to fully recover in a 43-21 loss. Fourth-round draft choice Percy Butler joins the position group in 2022. PHI Jalen Hurts 20/26, 296 yards, TD, INT, WAS Antonio Gibson 15 rushes, 26 yards, TD. DAL Dak Prescott 22/39, 211 yards, TD, 2 INT, WAS Taylor Heinicke 11/25, 122 yards, TD, INT, DAL Ezekiel Elliott 12 rushes, 45 yards, WAS Cam Sims 3 receptions, 69 yards, TD. The loss dropped Washington to 69. WebWashington Commanders roster for the 2023 NFL season. Charles Leno Jr. brings 94 starts in 102 games to the left tackle position; Chase Roullier signed a four-year extension in January; and Brandon Scherff is coming off a First Team All-Pro season. Fourth-round draft choice Percy Butler joins the position group in 2022. WebHis new pass-catchers include Terry McLaurin, rookie Jahan Dotson, and running backs Antonio Gibson and J.D. Takeaways: Most of Washington's starting offensive line has been set from the moment training camp began. Note: Intra-division opponents are in bold text. Kyle Allen, who is coming off his season-ending ankle injury last year, has flashed at times and rounds out the room. NYG Graham Gano 35-yard field goal, 2:00. Gone are reliable defensive tackles Tim Settle and Matt Ioannidis. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Follow all of the 2023 NFL Draft trades here. Ioannidis seems to have made a full recovery and looked strong in practice. Cole Holcomb, Jamin Davis, David Mayo and Jon Bostic return. Robinson is out at least the first four weeks, recovering from a car jacking and gunshot wounds. Washington has younger options on the roster, like 2021 draftee Sam Cosmi and 2023 rookie Braeden Daniels, but the Commanders can get an instant difference-maker in Fashanu. First-round draft selection Jahan Dotson is new to the position group. Sweat has been disruptive whenever he's been on field by harassing quarterbacks and tracking down running backs for a loss. Here's your crash course on the 2023 event. WAS Dustin Hopkins 23-yard field goal, 4:55. "I think he is just scratching the surface because of his skillset and because of his length and size.". However, there are usually a couple of undrafted free agents who fight through training camp and do make an NFL regular season roster. Rosters, Stats, Schedule, Team Draftees, Injury Reports, Bon Secours WFT Training Center (Richmond, Virginia), Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. NFL draft grades: Texans, Eagles, Seahawks are at the head of the class. Record: 7-10-0, 3rd in Bobby McCain has fit in well working opposite of Collins. After a wild Round 1, there's still a ton of talent left on the board for the second day of the 2023 NFL Draft. WAS Dustin Hopkins 43-yard field goal, 13:36. LAC Tristan Vizcaino 33-yard field goal, 9:06. After the 10-0 deficit, Washington scored two touchdowns in the second to take a 13-10 lead. WASHINGTON The Washington Commanders have seven new players on the roster now that the 2023 NFL Draft is over. NYG Daniel Jones 9 rushes, 95 yards, TD. J.D. He's shown exemplary technique and been an occasional threat as a pass-catcher. Washington must replace both starting guards, Brandon Scherff and Ereck Flowers. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. BUF Tyler Bass 21-yard field goal, 1:37. But not every team fared so well. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. All rights reserved. Ricky Seals-Jones has eight touchdowns in his career in addition to recording 34 first downs and should be a solid No. Takeaways: Kendall Fuller and William Jackson III are firmly cemented as Washington's top options at cornerback. WAS Taylor Heinicke 23/30, 196 yards, 2 TD, INT, WAS Antonio Gibson 23 rushes, 88 yards, LV Josh Jacobs 13 rushes, 52 yards, TD, WAS Logan Thomas 3 receptions, 48 yards, TD. However, the Giants were offside, which nullified the miss and gave Washington one untimed down, since a game cannot end on a defensive penalty. He would be the first to say he still has a lot to learn, but the coaches are pleased with his development heading into the regular season. Chase Roullier, Saahdiq Charles and Wes Schweitzer also return. recovering from a car jacking and gunshot wounds. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Remember, there is also a 16-man practice squad enabling teams to bring up a player on short notice in the event of injury. After Washington got into field goal range, Dustin Hopkins missed a 48-yard field goal to win the game. : Jim Hostler (Senior Offensive Asst.) After the Falcons took a 17-13 lead into half, DeAndre Carter returned the second half kickoff 101 yards to give the lead back to Washington.