Jayden Daniels and Bobby Wagner talk about Year 2 with the Washington Commanders

Jayden Daniels, Bobby Wagner, and other Commanders players speak to the media after the first practice of training camp

Jayden Daniels, Bobby Wagner, and other Washington Commanders players got their chance to talk to the media after today’s practice. The team is in Ashburn, VA for their first practice, and Daniels said he focused on his footwork and control within the pocket this offseason. His top target during his rookie season was Terry McLaurin who is holding out for a new deal. Daniels said he’s built a rapport with McLaurin, and players understand the business side of football. He doesn’t think Terry will miss a beat when he returns to the team.

Deebo Samuel was added via trade, and Daniels was already building some chemistry with him to start camp. He hit the former 49ers WR for a touchdown on his first play today, and there’s going to be a lot more of that this summer. Daniels said building that chemistry starts off the field, and then getting to know he works, and the type of player he is.

Focus on offseason improvements:

Terry McLaurin:

Deebo Samuel:

Bobby Wagner is returning for another season in his Hall of Fame-worthy career. He signed with the Washington Commanders last year, and returned for another run at another Super Bowl win. Wagner was a leader on and off the field last season, and he was a big brother figure to rookie QB Jayden Daniels.

Wagner is excited to get to work with another Hall of Fame-worthy defensive player in Von Miller. He respects Miller’s work ethic, and said he has a good beat on when the ball is going to be snapped. Young players like second-year LB Jordan Magee will benefit from vets like Wagner and Miller. He is a player that everyone is watching, and Wagner said he can see Magee getting more comfortable and confident in the system.

Wagner joined the ownership group for the WNBA’s Seattle Storm, and he said he got advice from Washington Commanders minority owner Magic Johnson. Wagner is excited for the opportunity, and said he learned to love watching women’s sports from Kobe Bryant. He wants to honor Bryant, and help continue his legacy.