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2025 Washington Commanders training camp: Latest intel, updates

Wednesday, Aug. 6

It’s a good thing the Commanders have strong veterans on their offense, knowing they’re missing several key pieces — not only receiver Terry McLaurin, but also backup receiver Noah Brown, starting right guard Sam Cosmi and starting left guard Brandon Coleman.

However, left tackle Laremy Tunsil showed again Wednesday why they traded for him. He was a strong protector for quarterback Jayden Daniels on the edge — his size and footwork were on display. Meanwhile, tight end Zach Ertz was, again, a reliable target over the middle — one coach said his footwork is even better than last year, allowing for more yards after the catch. That was evident Wednesday.

Running back Austin Ekeler and receiver Deebo Samuel were the other passing targets who made plays. But they will need someone else to help consistently until McLaurin and Brown are on the field.

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Corner Marshon Lattimore allowed one touchdown on a back-shoulder throw from Drake Maye. Lattimore said his burst is back, but still doesn’t feel his technique — mostly his footwork — is consistent enough yet. That’s what he’s focused on this summer.
Rookie RT Josh Conerly Jr. did a better job Wednesday in pass protection — in 11-on-11 and one-on-one. There were a couple times, however, when veteran linebacker Harold Landry III was able to get inside him for a quick pressure.
Undrafted free agent corner Car’lin Vigers has impressed the Commanders. He defended a fade to receiver Javon Baker with good positioning and sticking his arm up through the hands to deflect the ball.
Undrafted free agent receiver Ja’Corey Brooks made a highlight one-handed catch for a touchdown. He was unable to come down with a contested catch in the end zone on a red zone throw later in the practice.

Camp recap: Who has been your standout performer of camp?

Rookie CB Trey Amos. There have been others, including CB Mike Sainristil, DE Dorance Armstrong and TE Zach Ertz. But Amos’ play has jumped out because he just arrived and appears to be an instant contributor. Coaches have raved about his patience. That, plus his length and speed, makes him dangerous in man coverage.

Camp recap: What is the biggest question to answer for your team in preseason games?

Can any of the other receivers step up with questions about Terry McLaurin’s contract hanging over the summer? Washington’s passing attack in camp has largely been about Ertz and WR Deebo Samuel. The Commanders need one of the other receivers to elevate, whether that’s rookie fourth-rounder Jaylin Lane, second-year Luke McCaffrey or veterans Michael Gallup and K.J. Osborn. With McLaurin still out and Noah Brown in and out while recovering from a spring knee injury, the Commanders need to assess their depth.