Commanders 2023 Off-Season Thread

sdskinsfan2001 · 07-15-2023, 07:09 PM

If Sam Howell and the OL can both be adequate, we're a possible playoff team. If 1 is above adequate and 1 is adequate, I believe we make the playoffs.

Any type of combo below those levels, gonna be a disappointing season.

I have faith in Howell, the OL is a big question mark imo. I like the right side if Cosmi can stay healthy (but he hasn't yet).

Center thru LT, I have concerns. Mainly at C and LG. Is Gates fully back, do we actually have a starting LG? I think Leno is young enough to have a bounce back season.

Chico23231 · 07-16-2023, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by GridIron26

Didn't realize this.. We used to have a major issue in that area in the past.

I'm with Chief, I'm in wait and see mode.

Also, it’s not a Defense Wins Championship league anymore.

Chief X_Phackter · 07-15-2023, 09:18 AM

I think the defense can be legit, but it won't matter much if the offense doesn't take a big step forward. I'm cautiously optimistic that will happen - eventually, but expecting that out of the gate is a bit unrealistic to me.

calia · 07-19-2023, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Chief X_Phackter

I think the defense can be legit, but it won't matter much if the offense doesn't take a big step forward. I'm cautiously optimistic that will happen - eventually, but expecting that out of the gate is a bit unrealistic to me.

One thing that does make me more optimistic about the offense, apart from the addition of EB, is that BRob will start the season healthy, as opposed to with multiple gunshot wounds. A very stiff D and stout running game is a good combination, and I think EB will find ways to make our running game more imaginative, including by using Gibson as a receiver more often.

But mostly this week, I am holding my breath and waiting to hear that the sale is completed and that we will never have to hear about Snyder again. THAT is winning off the field, as far as I am concerned.

KI Skins Fan · 07-17-2023, 10:42 AM

I read a PFF assessment of each of our units on O and D. The author judged that our team would be solid across the board except for the QB position. I think that is a fair opinion due to the fact that Howell is still unproven over the course of an entire season. So we'll see what happens.

Personally, I think EB's style of offense will make a major difference for our team. That and my belief that we have numerous young players with significant upside potential, chief among them being Chase Young.

EdmundDorf · 07-17-2023, 06:21 PM

Mark Maske on Twitter

NEW: The NFL finance committee voted unofficially today to recommend approval of Josh Harris's deal to buy the Commanders, source say, and the league has reached an agreement with Daniel Snyder to resolve all remaining legal issues.

KI Skins Fan · 07-17-2023, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by EdmundDorf

Mark Maske on Twitter

NEW: The NFL finance committee voted unofficially today to recommend approval of Josh Harris's deal to buy the Commanders, source say, and the league has reached an agreement with Daniel Snyder to resolve all remaining legal issues.

Great news, to say the least! In about three days we should be able to celebrate.

FrenchSkin · 07-18-2023, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by EdmundDorf

Mark Maske on Twitter

NEW: The NFL finance committee voted unofficially today to recommend approval of Josh Harris's deal to buy the Commanders, source say, and the league has reached an agreement with Daniel Snyder to resolve all remaining legal issues.

This is exactly what I came here to read. Lovely day to you too Sir.

Chico23231 · 07-18-2023, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by EdmundDorf

Mark Maske on Twitter

NEW: The NFL finance committee voted unofficially today to recommend approval of Josh Harris's deal to buy the Commanders, source say, and the league has reached an agreement with Daniel Snyder to resolve all remaining legal issues.

Awesome

EdmundDorf · 07-24-2023, 05:54 PM

Norwell cut, should save $4.3m on the cap

GridIron26 · 07-25-2023, 07:45 AM

We just signed Michael Badgley, a former kicker for Lions.

Redskins247 · 07-26-2023, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by GridIron26

We just signed Michael Badgley, a former kicker for Lions.

I think they need to bring in others as well...really don't trust Slye.

GridIron26 · 07-26-2023, 09:03 AM

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I think they need to bring in others as well...really don't trust Slye.

No question, we need a real competition for the position.

skinsfaninok · 07-26-2023, 01:41 PM

Most media outlets have this team around 6 wins. I think the Howell transition is the main reason. The talent is there on offense to win 8-9 games there is no excuse.

If they finish last in the east again Ron is out

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GridIron26 · 07-26-2023, 02:40 PM

As much as I hate to admit it, the predictions seem fair to me. But I agree with your notion - we definitely have the talents to win 8-9 games (or even more), also Rivera said that we have the talents we need to win games per Keim's report so this is do or die year for Rivera.

Although I wonder if the new owner group would feel inclined to allow Rivera stay for the entire contract since I imagine they have been learning a lot about what Rivera had to deal with ever since he became our coach.

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Swing big in a trade for a veteran	2	3.77%
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Sit tight with Howell	35	66.04%
Other	5	9.43%
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07-15-2023, 07:09 PM	#1
sdskinsfan2001 Living Legend Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Hanahan, South Carolina Age: 43 Posts: 20,873	Re: Commanders 2023 Off-Season Thread If Sam Howell and the OL can both be adequate, we're a possible playoff team. If 1 is above adequate and 1 is adequate, I believe we make the playoffs. Any type of combo below those levels, gonna be a disappointing season. I have faith in Howell, the OL is a big question mark imo. I like the right side if Cosmi can stay healthy (but he hasn't yet). Center thru LT, I have concerns. Mainly at C and LG. Is Gates fully back, do we actually have a starting LG? I think Leno is young enough to have a bounce back season. __________________ "You can be my wingman anytime." "Bulls**t. You can be mine."

07-15-2023, 09:18 AM	#3
Chief X_Phackter Pro Bowl Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Lakewood, CO Posts: 5,644	Re: Commanders 2023 Off-Season Thread I think the defense can be legit, but it won't matter much if the offense doesn't take a big step forward. I'm cautiously optimistic that will happen - eventually, but expecting that out of the gate is a bit unrealistic to me.

07-17-2023, 10:42 AM	#5
KI Skins Fan Pro Bowl Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Jacksonville, Forida Posts: 6,412	Re: Commanders 2023 Off-Season Thread I read a PFF assessment of each of our units on O and D. The author judged that our team would be solid across the board except for the QB position. I think that is a fair opinion due to the fact that Howell is still unproven over the course of an entire season. So we'll see what happens. Personally, I think EB's style of offense will make a major difference for our team. That and my belief that we have numerous young players with significant upside potential, chief among them being Chase Young.

07-17-2023, 06:21 PM	#6
EdmundDorf The Starter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: UK, South Posts: 1,926	Re: Commanders 2023 Off-Season Thread Mark Maske on Twitter NEW: The NFL finance committee voted unofficially today to recommend approval of Josh Harris's deal to buy the Commanders, source say, and the league has reached an agreement with Daniel Snyder to resolve all remaining legal issues.

07-24-2023, 05:54 PM	#10
EdmundDorf The Starter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: UK, South Posts: 1,926	Re: Commanders 2023 Off-Season Thread Norwell cut, should save $4.3m on the cap

07-25-2023, 07:45 AM	#11
GridIron26 Playmaker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Age: 37 Posts: 3,743	Re: Commanders 2023 Off-Season Thread We just signed Michael Badgley, a former kicker for Lions.

07-26-2023, 01:41 PM	#14
skinsfaninok Warpath Hall of Fame Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UNITED STATES Age: 39 Posts: 36,242	Re: Commanders 2023 Off-Season Thread Most media outlets have this team around 6 wins. I think the Howell transition is the main reason. The talent is there on offense to win 8-9 games there is no excuse. If they finish last in the east again Ron is out Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ “Mediocre people don’t like high achievers, and high achievers don’t like mediocre people.” ― Nick Saban

07-26-2023, 02:40 PM	#15
GridIron26 Playmaker Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Colorado Age: 37 Posts: 3,743	Re: Commanders 2023 Off-Season Thread As much as I hate to admit it, the predictions seem fair to me. But I agree with your notion - we definitely have the talents to win 8-9 games (or even more), also Rivera said that we have the talents we need to win games per Keim's report so this is do or die year for Rivera. Although I wonder if the new owner group would feel inclined to allow Rivera stay for the entire contract since I imagine they have been learning a lot about what Rivera had to deal with ever since he became our coach.

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