The Washington Commanders had a great debut season under the new regime of head coach Dan Quinn and Jayden Daniels. After winning 12 games, including two playoff games, and reaching the NFC Championship game, the Commanders’ rebuild has been accelerated after a year that saw them transform from NFL laughingstock to NFC powerhouse. However, that is only one season, and the culture that Quinn and his core group of players have established will keep them in terrific shape going ahead. But Quinn has observed one thing when reflecting on the year and this offseason that has struck out to him, and it demonstrates that the franchise is in a good place.
“One of the things that I did look back to see the amount of players that wanted to re-sign,” Quinn disclosed. “I believe it clearly highlighted how much they enjoy playing football together, and it made me pleased to hear that so many players were involved, as well as the camaraderie they formed. I knew we were hitting the perfect area because people wanted to be back so desperately, and they sensed what it might be like here. So to see them so many players desire to return is a great deal.” That is the indication of a great franchise: players want to stay.
With the Commanders no longer seen as the NFL’s easy beats, general manager Adam Peters strengthened the roster by trading for Laremy Tunsil and Deebo Samuel, giving the offensive some significant punch. Yes, there are some defensive flaws, but these can be rectified through the draft as the Commanders try to build on a successful year in 2024. Related: Commanders’ General Manager Reveals Terry McLaurin’s Contract Strategy However, after only 12 months, Quinn knows that what he is doing here is on the right track because players now regard Washington as a destination franchise rather than one to avoid. That’s why it’s a “big deal” to Quinn.
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