NFL news thread

[blastfromthepast]

Here's a brief summary of the historical role that he's contributed to his team.
He can contribute as a wide receiver, a runner, and even a blocker, making him a valuable asset for the Washington Commanders. His ability to play multiple roles and his willingness to do so on any given down make him an every-down player. Looking at KK's offense last year his WRs generally were employed in a more conventional manner. I want to enhance his versatility, not limit it, by adding more talent.

I know others disagree, and I understand that. I am in no way saying I am the smartest person in the room.

I just don't see Deebo as a #2 WR on this team. I think he can be invaluable and move the chains IF used properly. I wanted him on this team and glad we have him. I think he can be a solid player for this team, but I think he can be maximized by adding or developing a true #2.

My concern is that outside of TMAC, what do we have?

Deebo = swiss army knife on offense. Jack of all trades player.
Luke Mac = who knows? He had 18 catches his rookie year and is in year 4 of learning the WR position.
Jaylin Lane = rookie who is 5'10 who is projected to play slot. Excels at the return game.
Brown = coming off an injury where he had 35 catches last year. His only TD last year was the Hail Mary. He is 29 and he is on his 3rd team.
Gallup = 29 year old who retired in 2024. Production has declined each year since 2020 and could be just a camp body.

To Chiller's point, a rag tag WR corp contributed to a 12 win season which saw us go to the NFC Championship. My personal opinion is that Daniels was 99% of the reason we won those games. While I think Luke will improve, Deebo will help, and Lane will hopefully contribute, I don't think that is enough to close the gap with the Eagles/Lions from a skill player perspective. I am guessing that the 2026 will see Peters address WR and Edge, but I could be wrong.

Bottom line is that I don't see the offense taking the next step from a WR perspective. I can see the offense being more effective due to Daniels progression, OLine upgrades, and hopefully a better rushing attack. Perhaps that is the reason why Peters didn't use resources to grab a #2 WR? He is banking on the OLine and Daniels progress to carry the offense?

 

[gkekoa]

It sucks to realize this current team could have Olave and Cooper Dejean had we not FAFO with dumb draft decisions

If we had those, we would not have JD.

 

[Stymietee]

I know others disagree, and I understand that. I am in no way saying I am the smartest person in the room.

I just don't see Deebo as a #2 WR on this team. I think he can be invaluable and move the chains IF used properly. I wanted him on this team and glad we have him. I think he can be a solid player for this team, but I think he can be maximized by adding or developing a true #2.

My concern is that outside of TMAC, what do we have?

Deebo = swiss army knife on offense. Jack of all trades player.
Luke Mac = who knows? He had 18 catches his rookie year and is in year 4 of learning the WR position.
Jaylin Lane = rookie who is 5'10 who is projected to play slot. Excels at the return game.
Brown = coming off an injury where he had 35 catches last year. His only TD last year was the Hail Mary. He is 29 and he is on his 3rd team.
Gallup = 29 year old who retired in 2024. Production has declined each year since 2020 and could be just a camp body.

To Chiller's point, a rag tag WR corp contributed to a 12 win season which saw us go to the NFC Championship. My personal opinion is that Daniels was 99% of the reason we won those games. While I think Luke will improve, Deebo will help, and Lane will hopefully contribute, I don't think that is enough to close the gap with the Eagles/Lions from a skill player perspective. I am guessing that the 2026 will see Peters address WR and Edge, but I could be wrong.

Bottom line is that I don't see the offense taking the next step from a WR perspective. I can see the offense being more effective due to Daniels progression, OLine upgrades, and hopefully a better rushing attack. Perhaps that is the reason why Peters didn't use resources to grab a #2 WR? He is banking on the OLine and Daniels progress to carry the offense?

You hit every point exactly! Deebo is that Swiss army knife, but where's the upgrade within this group? Almost every option is an "if"
I also agreed with @Chiller about the accomplishments last year, but my concerns are rooted in the belief that consistency from that group is also a big if and not supportive of the stated goals of making things better for Daniels.
I know full well that they could not address everything during the offseason, but let's be honest, they, like many here, see Terry differently than I do, and it could be their goal to field a less potent WR trio than what I've been advocating for.

 

[skinz2winz]

Looking at the current group, every defense will put their best guy on Terry and dare the rest of these, mostly unproven, guys to beat them. Adding a legitimate threat to this group, also opens up the run game. It is also true that a more effective run game makes them all better, but given the nature of the game, I'd rather have two ways to beat them in the likely event that one is stymied in any given contest. ( I don't see Deebo as a full time every down threat, but rather a really good situational guy, as he was in San Francisco)

I do not disagree with this however, how much money do we put into the WR room? Perhaps Lane is that guy, not sure.

 

[countryroads316]

 

[Stymietee]

I do not disagree with this however, how much money do we put into the WR room? Perhaps Lane is that guy, not sure.

My position is build it right from the start, don't waste a year trying to find out the obvious, if your QB is it ( even though they did make it to the NFCC) and don't bet on a bunch of it's. They are costly and you already know some of them won't pan out.

 

[skinz2winz]

My position is build it right from the start, don't waste a year trying to find out the obvious, if your QB is it ( even though they did make it to the NFCC) and don't bet on a bunch of it's. They are costly and you already know some of them won't pan out.

I guess they are banking on Gallup or N. Brown to be that guy. After spending on Deebo, I highly doubt they spend more money on that position.