The Washington Commanders are a popular sleeper team in 2024. Why? The primary reason is that no one expects them to be a good team, like the Houston Texans in 2023.
Speaking of the Texans, more than one analyst has compared Washington to Houston over the offseason. Last season, the Texans, with a defensive-minded first-year head coach (DeMeco Ryans) and a rookie quarterback (C.J. Stroud), selected No. 2 overall, went from worst to first.
Can the Commanders, with their own No. 2 overall pick (Jayden Daniels), follow in Houston’s footsteps?
It will be challenging. The NFC East is a much tougher division than AFC South. However, “Good Morning Football’ host Peter Schrager says not to count out the Commanders in 2024. He believes Washington will be better than many believe.
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Schrager praises Daniels, and he believes the veteran additions made in the offseason (Austin Ekeler, Zach Ertz, and Bobby Wagner) give the Commanders the perfect balance of youth and experience.
Washington didn’t look too good in its first joint practice against the New York Jets on Thursday. However, it would be wise not to overreact to one practice. The Commanders underwent more change than any other team this offseason, from the front office to the coaching staff and to the players.
Washington kicks off the preseason Saturday against the Jets.