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Former Commanders quarterbacks found themselves in dangerous circumstances
For these former Commanders quarterbacks, things are tenuous.
It was inevitable that the Washington Commanders would use a different quarterback to usher in their new era. With the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, Adam Peters has high hopes for the team. This is not an opportunity that comes up very often, therefore the general manager was right to seize it.
It was Jayden Daniels for them. The organization’s chances for real advancement are in his capable hands. But along the road, there was always going to be some collateral damage.
The writing was on the wall for Sam Howell when it became apparent that the Commanders were targeting a collegiate quarterback, even though it was unclear exactly who they had their eyes set on until game day. When Peters traded the signal-caller to the Seattle Seahawks in 2024, he received a good return and was projected to back up Geno Smith.
Two previous quarterbacks for the Commanders are in risky circumstances.
During his one season as Washington’s starting quarterback, Howell had a difficult time behind a poor offensive line. Several teams from across the league asked if he was available. The former standout player from North Carolina ultimately sold for a lot more than players like Mac Jones and Justin Fields, two first-round selections who fell short of their high expectations.
