Former UNC football quarterback [autotag]Sam Howell[/autotag] is finding his rhythm in the NFL preseason, showcasing a balanced attack Saturday afternoon against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Howell was the third quarterback used in the contest, playing behind expected starter Carson Wentz and back-up Taylor Heinicke, entering the game at the 8:46 mark of the third quarter. Howell came in with Washington down 17-7 and nearly had a bomb TD pass to former UNC star wideout Dyami Brown, instead resulted in a slightly underthrown ball, bringing out the kicking unit.
As the defense did its job holding the Chiefs to 17, Howell and the offense eventually figured it out, driving down the field for a touchdown midway through the 4th to bring Washington within three.
The Commander’s defense stopped the Chiefs’ offense, setting Howell up for a preseason comeback under three minutes. That comeback was short-lived after Howell tossed an interception in Kanas City territory, setting up the easy score for the Chiefs.
Howell finished the game completing 10 of 18 passes for 122 yards and 13 rushing yards.
As it looks, Howell is set to be the third-string quarterback with a year to learn behind Wentz and Heinicke.
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