As the Washington Commanders gear up for the upcoming season, all eyes will be on their latest first-round draft pick, Jayden Daniels, who may finally put an end to the team’s long search for a franchise quarterback.
However, the development of their previous first-round picks will also play a crucial role in determining the team’s success this season and their needs in the next offseason.
Of the four first-round picks from previous years, only three remain on the roster: linebacker Jamin Davis, receiver Jahan Dotson, and corner Emmanuel Forbes Jr. Each of these players enters training camp with unanswered questions surrounding their performance. Davis is adjusting to a new position, Dotson has shown promise but needs to deliver more, and Forbes must prove himself worthy of a starting spot.
Under the guidance of new coach Dan Quinn, these players get a fresh start. As Davis put it, “Out with the old, in with the new. Get a chance to brush everything off and just go ball out.”
This spring, each player showcased something that will make them intriguing to watch come August. As training camp approaches, all eyes will be on these three players to see if they can step up and contribute to the team’s success.