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He was a Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee.
The Commanders didn’t just get someone to help their pass rush; they also added a player who has a history of giving back to the community.
Wise was selected as the Patriots’ Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee for his efforts to support the Patriots’ Foundation, receiving the Ron Burton Patriots Community Service Award, given annually to a Patriots player for their contributions to their community. He also started the Wise Up Foundation, which is dedicated to providing underserved student-athletes with educational resources and opportunities.
“Deatrich’s commitment to his craft, constant effort and desire to improve every day has earned the respect and admiration of his coaches and teammates who have selected him as a team captain for the past three seasons,” Patriots Chairman and CEO Robert Kraft said in a statement. “But it is his commitment to positively impacting the lives of everyone he touches that earns him this honor.”
The Wise Up Foundation has several initiatives including football camps, block parties and meals for veterans. Check out more information about the foundation HERE.
The former Raider is joining the Commanders on a one-year deal.
What it means: More veteran receiver depth. Washington added Samuel and re-signed Brown, but needed more quality depth at the position. Luke McCaffrey saw his play time diminish later in his rookie year and is still developing at the position. So they needed more options alongside McLaurin. Gallup has 266 career receptions and, after a brief one-year retirement, says he’s in a much better head space. He provides another receiver who does well making contested catches.
What’s the risk: None. Washington doesn’t attach itself to many — if any — bad contracts. Getting Gallup for a year will provide good insurance. Samuel has been banged up in recent years, though he doesn’t miss many games; and Brown has had his share of injuries. Washington needed another veteran. But the Commanders would be helped if McCaffrey developed.
The former Charger joins Washington on a one-year deal.
What it means: Depth. Washington needed more offensive line competition, especially for a swing tackle. The Commanders do have the veteran Scott, who was a No. 4 tackle last year; and starting right tackle Andrew Wylie might be an option if they move Coleman to his spot. But they needed another young player — Sarell is 26 — to compete for a job. Of his 328 offensive snaps the past three years with the Chargers, 290 came at right tackle.
What’s the risk: None. Sarell still has to make the team and the Commanders just needed more players to fill out the...
