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Studs and duds from Commanders’ season-ending loss to Cowboys

One last edition of studs and duds for Washington’s 2023 season.

The Washington Commanders completed their 2023 season with a 38-10 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. The loss means Washington was swept by Dallas by a combined 83-20 in the two meetings this season.

Much like in their first meeting, the Commanders hung tight with the Cowboys early, but Dallas blew the Thanksgiving Day meeting open in the fourth quarter, outscoring Washington 25-0 en route to the 45-10 win. In Sunday’s game, a blocked field goal and a tipped interception helped the Commanders stay close in the first half when, in reality, it shouldn’t have been.

Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott had his way against a Washington defense without most of its starters, completing 31 of 36 passes for 279 yards with four touchdowns and one interception.

Now that the regular season is over let’s have one last edition of studs and duds before the offseason fun begins.

WATCH: Commanders rookie DE Joshua Pryor blocks Cowboys’ field goal

Rookie Joshua Pryor taking advantage of his opportunities.

The Dallas Cowboys need a win over the Washington Commanders in Sunday’s regular-season finale to clinch the NFC East title and the No. 2 overall seed.

The Commanders need to lose in order to secure the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft.

Don’t tell the players on the field for Washington that it needs to lose.

After quarterback Sam Howell missed a wide-open Terry McLaurin for what would’ve been a touchdown, the Cowboys took possession of the football after Washington couldn’t convert on fourth down. Dallas drove the field for an easy touchdown to take a 7-0 lead.

On the first play of the next series, Commanders running Brian Robinson Jr. fumbled at the Washington 31-yard line. The Commanders defense holds, forcing a field goal attempt.

Dallas kicker Brandon Aubrey hadn’t missed a kick all season. However, Washington rookie defensive end Joshua Pryor busts through the line to block Aubrey’s field goal. Defensive back Jace Whittaker, signed from the practice squad on Saturday, picked up the ball and returned it 66 yards.

Here’s the play.

Washington would score its first point when Howell found Robinson on a short touchdown pass to tie the game.

5 standouts from the HBCU Legacy Bowl

Taking a look at five players who stood out at the 2023 HBCU Legacy Bowl.

The second annual HBCU Legacy Bowl occurred Saturday, Feb. 25, in New Orleans, LA. The bowl game and HBCU Combine are part of an effort to highlight the talent level available at historically black colleges and universities.

Over 30 NFL scouts from the NFL and other football leagues attended to evaluate more than 90 players looking to boost or create their draft stock.

Here are five players who stood out at the HBCU Legacy Bowl:

4 prospects who stood out at the HBCU Combine

Here are four prospects who stood out at the HBCU Combine.

The Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Combine was held in New Orleans on Monday, showcasing an untapped pool of amazing athletes.

If you’re unfamiliar with the combine, Troy Vincent, NFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations, previously lauded the event for its opportunities.

“The HBCU Combine is part of honoring [a] legacy and making every effort to accelerate exposure of HBCU draft prospects to all NFL clubs,” Vincent said. “The game is better when all have the opportunity to compete.”

With players like linebacker Shaquille Leonard and defensive tackle Grover Stewart being HBCU products, the Indianapolis Colts know the potential talent available at this showcase type.

The HBCU Legacy Bowl is set for Saturday, Feb. 25, at 3:00 p.m. ET and will broadcast live on NFL Network.

Here are four prospects who stood out at the HBCU combine:

10 NFL draft prospects for the Eagles to watch at the HBCU Legacy Bowl

With the Scouting Combine fast approaching, we’re looking at 10 NFL draft prospects for the Eagles to watch at the HBCU Legacy Bowl

HBCUs have played a vital role in the development and popularity of the NFL, and as we head toward the NFL draft, some of college football’s top athletes will be on display this week.

On Monday, 47 NFL Draft hopefuls from HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) will participate in a Combine at the New Orleans Saints practice facility.

Then, practices will begin on Tuesday before the HBCU Legacy Bowl (Feb. 25, 4 p.m. ET, NFL Network).

Fayetteville State head coach Richard Hayes Jr. and North Carolina Central head coach Trei Oliver will coach Team Gaither (named after legendary Florida A&M coach Jake Gaither) at the Legacy Bowl. In contrast, Benedict College head coach Chennis Berry and Southern head coach Eric Dooley will lead Team Robinson (named after legendary Grambling State coach Eddie Robinson).

Last year, four HBCU prospects were drafted, including Fayetteville State’s Joshua Williams, who won a Super Bowl ring with Kansas City, and Jackson State’s James Houston, who had eight sacks as a Lions rookie.

With the Eagles having a limited amount of draft picks, we’re previewing 10 players to watch at the HBCU Legacy Bowl.