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Washington Commanders on SI
When Jerome Ford was signed, the idea was that he would be one of the more versatile options on the roster, having accrued over 2,100 yards from scrimmage and 12 touchdowns in his 57 career games. That was before the team drafted Kaytron Allen and signed undrafted free agent Robert Henry Jr. Now, Ford cannot just look competent. He has to make his role feel necessary.
If the Commanders trust Ford in pass protection, see him as a steady early-down option, or believe he can help on special teams, he can make the roster. If he blends into the middle of the pack, this becomes one of the harder number games on the team.
Bleacher Report
Washington Commanders: CB Trey Amos
The Washington Commanders have their young offensive centerpiece in quarterback Jayden Daniels, who was a rookie Pro Bowler in 2024. They’re still searching for defensive building blocks, and they just might have one in second-year corner Trey Amos.
The second-round pick out of Mississippi had an up-and-down rookie campaign (104.6 opposing passer rating) before suffering a fractured fibula. However, Washington’s defense was bad overall, and, as Pro Football Focus’ Bradley Locker noted, Amos showcased a ton of upside.
“He reflected his talent by earning at least a 68.5 coverage grade in five of his 10 contests, and his 51.43% lockdown rate was 26th among all cornerbacks. Further, Amos broke up an eye-catching 17.6% of his targets.”
This offseason, Washington made a sew of new additions to a defense that ranked 32nd overall last season. It will feature several new starters, but Amos should soon entrench himself as a star in the secondary.
ESPN
7. Washington Commanders
Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Styles’ closing speed was evident throughout the spring — as was his football acumen, according to teammates and coaches. He impressed with his preparation and knowledge and how he handled wearing the green dot on his helmet. “All he wants to talk about is football,” linebackers coach Ken Norton Jr. said. “When you’re around a guy that’s genuine and authentic, then you’ve got something to work with. You combine that with size, speed, strength and brain and he loves ball? He’s got a lot going for him.” — John Keim
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