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John Keim doesn’t expect Brandon Scherff to return

ESPN’s John Keim discusses free agency and quarterbacks.

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ESPN’s Washington Commanders insider John Keim appeared on Kevin Sheehan’s The Team 980 show Tuesday, stating he is not yet accustomed to writing Washington Commanders. But Keim did say (as I did last night) he saw the survey as actually a positive for the Commanders that 41% already like the name.

Bobby McCain, J.D. McKissic, DeAndre Carter and Joey Slye are free agents Washington would like to retain. Due to his injury history, don’t expect Brandon Scherff to come back at a high price tag. Keim feels there will be a market for McKissic, however, because he is very good out of the backfield. Ricky Seals-Jones and Cam Sims are also good depth guys they would like back. Adam Humphries is wanted; however, he is good enough he could sign elsewhere, being more selective of the quarterback.

Keim is certain Washington coaches will want to play Cole Holcomb and Jamin Davis outside, so they will pursue an inside linebacker in free agency or the draft. A good inside linebacker would really make an impact in this defense. Keim genuinely feels Davis can play on the outside better than he did inside.

Who might the Commanders cut this offseason? Landon Collins is simply not feasible unless they lower that cap hit. “I don’t think Landon Collins is going to get that (his current salary) on the open market,” expressed Keim. He played well enough at a hybrid, if he does go to another team, they will likely use him in a similar role.

Keim laughingly said of course they are going hard after a quarterback. Head coach Ron Rivera has stated so multiple times. Deshaun Watson certainly would draw interest from Washington but there are too many questions and his court cases could also go into May.

Understandably Keim insisted it doesn’t make sense why the Raiders’ new coach Josh McDaniel or Seattle would get rid of their starters Derek Carr and Russell Wilson, respectively. There is no clear path to the next quarterback in either case.

Would they be interested in Carson Wentz? Keim thinks so but was quick to add that Wentz is someone they would probably add with a QB draft choice as well.

Former Alabama players who are set to become NFL free agents this offseason

Every former Alabama player who is set to become a free agent this NFL offseason

On March 17 the NFL free agency will open up and as you would expect there will be several former Alabama players that will be in the open market. Now it is important to remember that some of these players could receive contract extensions from their current teams before hitting free agency

Once free agency begins we will be doing full breakdowns here at Roll Tide Wire on where each of these players signs and how it will impact their new team.

Here is the complete list.

Washington activates Cam Sims, Daniel Wise from COVID-19 list

Cam Sims and Daniel Wise are activated from reserve/COVID-19 list.

The Washington Football Team received more good news Sunday morning when wide receiver Cam Sims and defensive lineman Daniel Wise were activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list.

Washington still has 16 players on the reserve/COVID-19 list, including top quarterbacks Taylor Heinicke and Kyle Allen.

Sims had his best game of the season in the Week 14 loss to the Cowboys. He finished with three receptions for 69 yards and this incredible touchdown reception, which should be a contender for catch of the year.

Wise has seen his snaps increase in the last four games, including playing a career-high 70 snaps in Week 14 vs. Cowboys.

The league updated the COVID-19 protocols over the weekend, allowing asymptomatic vaccinated players not to be tested.

If Heinicke or Allen can’t clear protocols in the next 24 hours, it’s likely Washington starts new signee Garrett Gilbert at quarterback. Washington signed Gilbert off the Patriots’ practice squad Friday. Learn more about Gilbert here.

 

Washington has 17 players on COVID list as matchup with Eagles looms

#WashingtonFootball places 7 players on COVID list, bringing total to 17 as matchup with Philadelphia #Eagles looms

The Eagles return home to Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday and their NFC East opponent could be depleted from a personnel standpoint before kickoff arrives.

Washington announced that they’ve placed seven more players on the COVID-19 reserve list Wednesday. The team now has 17 players on the list.

The team placed quarterback Kyle Allen, linebacker Milo Eifler, safety Darrick Forrest, defensive tackle Matt Ioannidis, offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas, tight end Sammis Reyes and receiver Cam Sims on the Reserve/COVID-19 list.

While starting quarterback Taylor Heinicke is expected to be available, Washington signed quarterback Jordan Ta’amu to its practice squad, joining Kyle Shurmur.

Washington currently has eight available defensive linemen for Sunday’s game against the Eagles, with defensive tackle Daron Payne the only starter that’s available.

Washington signed Nate Orchard off of Green Bay’s practice squad Tuesday and they’ll likely rotate defensive ends Daniel Wise, Shaka Toney, Bunmi Rotimi along with practice squad defensive tackles Gabe Wright, Hercules Mata’afa, and David Bada.

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How did Washington quarterback Kyle Allen perform in relief?

Kyle Allen saw his first action of the season and had Washington in a position to tie the game late. Unfortunately, he came up short.

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Kyle Allen saw his first action of the season in Week 14 against Dallas.   How did Allen perform?

I feel he made two excellent passes; more on them shortly.

He took what the defense gave him on his only play of the first half, running 11 yards for a first down.

Taylor Heinicke and Tyler Larsen were both injured, so Allen again entered the game at 12:30, remaining in the game. On his second possession, Washington drove 73 yards in 13 plays.

On a second & 15 at the WFT 46, Allen confidently completed a long-out to Cam Sims for 19 yards to the Dallas 45.

On a third & 4 at the Dallas 29, Allen dumped the ball to Jonathan Williams, who nicely advanced for 19 yards to the 10, leading to a touchdown.

Trailing 27-20, facing a second and 3 at the WFT 37 with just under 3 minutes remaining, Allen delivered this long pass to DeAndre Carter, who could have made this catch for a first down at the Dallas 30 with 2:40 remaining.

Allen, being sacked, fumbled on the next play, ending the WFT comeback hopes.

Allen finished his day 4-9 for 53 passing yards (5.9 ypa), and 11 rushing yards in two carries, and was on his way to giving Washington a chance to tie until a final turnover ended things.

Studs and Duds from Washington’s 27-20 loss vs. Cowboys

Studs and duds from Washington’s 27-20 loss to the Cowboys.

The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Washington Football Team 27-20 in a Week 14 NFC East showdown. While the score indicates a competitive, back-and-forth game, this contest was anything but that as the Cowboys led at halftime, 24-0.

Washington quietly got back into the game behind the strength of its defense. The WFT held the Cowboys to three second-half points, which came on a turnover by Washington deep in its own territory.

Washington’s offense scored two second-half touchdowns, while linebacker Cole Holcomb returned an interception for a touchdown. Suddenly, Washington was within one possession.

Ultimately, Washington’s rally fell short in the end, and its four-game winning streak is no more.

It was another rough game on the injury front for Washington. Terry McLaurin, Taylor Heinicke, Charles Leno and Tyler Larsen were among the new injuries Sunday. Leno returned, while the others did not.

Here are the studs and duds from Washington’s Week 14 loss to the Cowboys.

Washington vs. Cowboys game recap: Everything we know

Everything we know from the Cowboys’ 27-20 win over Washington.

The Dallas Cowboys snapped the Washington Football Team’s four-game winning streak with a 27-20 win Sunday at FedEx Field.

The game was much more complex than the final box score would indicate. The Cowboys jumped on Washington early, going into halftime with a 24-0 lead. Washington’s outlook appeared hopeless for the second half.

Slowly, though, Washington began to get back into the game. It all started when quarterback Taylor Heinicke found wide receiver Cam Sims for a spectacular 43-yard touchdown midway through the third quarter. The two-point conversion was good, and suddenly it was 24-8.

Washington’s defense kept it in the game, as linebacker Cole Holcomb’s interception return for a touchdown late in the fourth quarter cut the lead to 27-20.

Washington’s offense would get one more shot but fell just short.

Now, here is everything we know about Washington’s Week 14 loss to the Cowboys.

WATCH: Cam Sims makes incredible catch to get Washington on the board

Cam Sims makes an unbelievable touchdown catch to get Washington on the board.

Midway through the third quarter, the Washington Football Team appeared lifeless on offense. Left tackle Charles Leno and star wideout Terry McLaurin both had left the game due to injury.

Washington badly needed a spark. Wide receiver Cam Sims delivered.

On a first-and-10 from the Dallas 43-yard line, Washington quarterback Taylor Heinicke rolled to his left and launched a ball deep into the end zone to Sims, who was covered by Dallas cornerback Trevon Diggs.

Diggs had great coverage, but that wasn’t enough as Sims somehow came down with the football. Officials initially ruled Sims was out of bounds. Upon further review, it appeared Sims’ hip landed inbounds and, it was indeed a touchdown.

Washington coach Ron Rivera challenged the call, and the officials reversed it. Washington was finally on the scoreboard due to a tremendous throw by Heinicke and an even better catch by Sims.

It was pure beauty.

 

 

Washington tied with the Panthers at halftime

A late touchdown from Heinicke to McLaurin has Washington/Carolina tied at halftime.

The Washington Football Team and Carolina Panthers are tied at 14 at halftime of their Week 11 matchup.

The Panthers jumped out to an early 7-0 lead when quarterback Cam Newton found wide receiver D.J. Moore for a touchdown.

Washington appeared to answer before running back Antonio Gibson fumbled in the red zone. Washington’s defense held, giving the ball back to the offense. Quarterback Taylor Heinicke went to work, capping the drive with a six-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Cam Sims.

The Panthers went back to work, as Newton scored on a 24-yard run to put Carolina back up 14-7. Washington’s defense aided the Panthers after a 15-yard penalty on safety Kam Curl gave Carolina the ball in Washington territory.

Then, Washington had another epic drive just before halftime. Washington facing a fourth-and-5 goes for it, and Heinicke finds wide receiver DeAndre Carter for 18 yards. A few plays later, Heinicke, facing third-and-9, found wide receiver Adam Humphries to keep the drive alive.

To cap the drive, Heinicke hits Terry McLaurin in the end zone for a 12-yard score to tie things up just before the half.

Rivera’s fourth-down gamble pays off in a big way.

Heinicke has completed nine of 12 passes for 133 yards and two touchdowns in the first half. Running back J.D. McKissic leads Washington with 42 yards rushing, while McLaurin has three receptions for 81 yards and the touchdown.

Washington will receive the second-half kickoff.

 

WATCH: Taylor Heinicke finds Cam Sims for touchdown to tie game

Taylor Heinicke finds Cam Sims for Washington’s first touchdown of the day.

The Carolina Panthers got off to a fast start in their Week 11 game against the Washington Football Team. Quarterback Cam Newton led the Panthers down the field before he found wide receiver D.J. Moore for a touchdown and an early 7-0 lead.

Taylor Heinicke and Washington had a chance to answer but went three-and-out on its opening possession.

Then, Washington’s defense went to work, stopping the Panthers to get the ball back to Heinicke and the offense. The WFT had a promising second drive until running back Antonio Gibson fumbles in the red zone. The WFT defense held the Panthers, giving Heinicke and the offense another chance.

This time, the offense took advantage.

Heinicke led another impressive drive into Carolina territory and capped things off by throwing a dart to wide receiver Cam Sims to tie the game.

It was quite the throw from Heinicke.

Carolina leads Washington, 14-7, late in the second quarter.