Archives for February 2022

Once the NFL regular season ends in early January, most NFL fans — of teams not in the playoffs — begin dreaming about free agency. It’s a fun exercise imagining someone like Green Bay wide receiver Davante Adams on your favorite team. The reality is outstanding players like Adams rarely hit free agency, and fans must continue looking at other potential free agents. So, while … [Read more...] about 6 potential salary cap casualties who Commanders could target in NFL free agency

When Ryan Fitzpatrick went down in the second quarter of Washington’s Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Chargers, it opened the door for playoff hero Taylor Heinicke to audition at quarterback for the Commanders. Heinicke had some good moments, such as his performances in wins over the Giants and Falcons early in the season. There were lows, too, such as a tendency to force … [Read more...] about Taylor Heinicke had 2 of the NFL's most improbable completions in 2021

The Washington Commanders have been looking to solidify the safety position since Sean Taylor’s tragic death in 2007. Washington has drafted players and signed free agents, but nothing seems to work. Last season, Washington signed veteran safety/cornerback Bobby McCain after his sudden release. While McCain struggled early on, he played much better as the season progressed and … [Read more...] about Should the Commanders spend big at safety in free agency?

The NFL Competition Committee will discuss its overtime procedures during meetings this week in Indianapolis. The NFL, during the 2021 season’s playoffs, saw an epic game between Buffalo and Kansas City settled in overtime when the Chiefs won the coin flip and proceeded to march downfield scoring on Patrick Mahomes 8-yard touchdown pass to Travis Kelce. The opening drive … [Read more...] about Will the NFL Alter its overtime procedures?