Washington Commanders
NFC East | 8-8-1
Avg PTS
18.88
Rank: 24th
Avg Yds
348.59
Rank: 20th
Avg PYds
222.53
Rank: 21st
Avg RYds
126.06
Rank: 11th
Posted 5/31/2023 3:38 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson has really flashed his receiving skills in OTAs as head coach Ron Rivera called him a "load" in space against corners.
Huddle Up: It sounds great, but it doesn't highlight the fact that Gibson went from a PPR RB1 candidate to the 28th back in PPR leagues. He lost the lion's share of the work after Brian Robinson Jr. returned in Week 5 and finished with career-lows in carries (149), rushing yards (546), yards per carry (3.7) and rushing touchdowns (3). He's an RB3 with some concerns.
Posted 5/07/2023 1:12 am GMT
Washington Commanders QB Sam Howell has earned the trust of the coaching staff and front office, according to general manager Martin Mayhew. "I'm happy with exactly where he is," Mayhew said.
Huddle Up: Howell had been tabbed as the likely starter throughout the offseason, and after Washington opted against selecting a quarterback in the draft, it appears it will be Howell under center in Week 1. He will be a QB2 in redraft leagues, but Howell has more upside in dynasty formats.
Posted 3/15/2023 8:07 pm GMT
Free-agent QB Jacoby Brissett (Browns) is expected to sign with the Washington Commanders, per source on Wednesday, March 15. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Huddle Up: Brissett was looking to go to a place where he could land a starting job, and Washington looks like a good spot for that right now, with only Sam Howell and Jake Fromm on the roster. However, the Commanders have been saying they'll roll with Howell, and it's also possible the team could consider drafting a quarterback. Even if Brissett wins the starting job, we've seen enough of him as a starter to know he doesn't have fantasy value.
Posted 3/05/2023 12:57 am GMT
Washington Commanders WR Jahan Dotson is excited to work with new offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, he said Thursday, March 2, during an interview with 106.7 The Fan. "I was fired up," Dotson said. "To be able to work with such a great mind who's had so much success at the highest level of football, it's definitely pretty cool to be able to work with someone like that. I'm extremely excited to have the opportunity just to pick his brain a little bit and learn from him. And just be able to be a sponge. I'm really excited for the hire. I can't wait to get to work, and I know there's big things coming this year."
Huddle Up: Early word from head coach Ron Rivera suggests it's QB Sam Howell's job to lose, but it will be awfully surprising if a veteran isn't brought in to push him during the offseason. Dotson has speed for days and the open-field agility to be a dangerous weapon from all three levels of the route tree, but the quarterback situation will be one to watch if he's to maximize his potential.
Posted 2/08/2023 8:01 pm GMT
Washington Commanders QB Sam Howell will "more than likely" be the team's starting quarterback in 2023, head coach Ron Rivera said on Wednesday, Feb. 8.
Huddle Up: With their prospects at quarterback not looking great after the failed Carson Wentz and Taylor Heinicke experiments, it only makes sense for Washington to give the former fifth-round pick a look in 2023. Howell appeared in just one game in 2022, so the jury is still out on him, but he did look solid in the start. Howell should be rostered in dynasty formats and has a chance to return QB2 value next season.
Posted 1/14/2023 6:22 pm GMT
Washington Commanders QB Sam Howell will likely be the starting quarterback for 2023, the team is telling offensive coordinator candidates, per sources on Saturday, Jan. 14.
Huddle Up: Howell appeared in just one game in his rookie season and was pretty decent, completing 11-of-19 passes for 169 yards and one touchdown to one pick, while also adding five carries for 35 yards in Week 18. The 2022 fifth-round pick might have a fairly clear path to starting work in 2023, as Taylor Heinicke is a free agent and Carson Wentz will almost certainly be cut. Howell is an intriguing fantasy prospect with his added ability to run and should be rostered in dynasty formats.
Posted 1/10/2023 4:43 am GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson (foot) said he will be sidelined for about three months because of his foot surgery.
Huddle Up: Gibson will miss some of offseason workouts because of the surgery but should be fine for training camp. He probably will be part of a committee at running back next season but can still be a No. 3 running back in fantasy leagues.
Posted 1/06/2023 6:48 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson (foot) underwent surgery to repair a fracture Thursday, Jan. 5. There is hope he will be ready for offseason workouts.
Huddle Up: Gibson is entering the final year of his rookie contract and will be looking to earn a new deal either in Washington or elsewhere. He's a hold in dynasty and can be viewed as an RB3.
Posted 1/06/2023 6:45 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. (thigh) did not practice Friday, Jan. 6, and was ruled out for the Week 18 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys.
Huddle Up: Robinson will end his rookie season with an injury and will be looking to take a hold of the starting role in 2023.
Posted 1/05/2023 7:04 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Jan. 5.
Huddle Up: After surprisingly missing Wednesday's practice and failing to take part in Thursday's session, it appears unlikely Robinson will suit up in the season finale against the Dallas Cowboys. If that is the case, Jonathan Williams appears to be in line for a featured role - especially with Thursday's announcement that Antonio Gibson (knee) is headed to IR. Williams would be no better than a volume-based RB2 if that ends up being the case.
Posted 1/05/2023 5:48 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson (foot/knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Thursday, Jan. 5.
Huddle Up: Gibson will finish the 2022 season with an injury and likely will be viewed as an RB3/4 type assuming the Commanders don't add more to the backfield in 2023.
Posted 1/04/2023 7:20 pm GMT
Washington Commanders QB Sam Howell will get the start in Week 18, head coach Ron Rivera said on Wednesday, Jan. 4.
Huddle Up: With the Commanders being eliminated from playoff contention, the team will be taking a look at the rookie and 2022 fifth-round pick, who has yet to take a snap. Howell obviously shouldn't be in lineups in Week 18; however, he should be rostered in dynasty formats.
Posted 12/30/2022 11:18 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson (foot, knee) did not practice all week and was ruled out for Week 17 on Friday, Dec. 30.
Huddle Up: Gibson was a shaky start for those fantasy owners rolling the dice on him this week, but the decision has just been made for them. Now, Brian Robinson will be in for an even bigger workload, making him an RB2. Jonathan Williams will also get involved, but not enough to warrant starting consideration.
Posted 12/30/2022 6:18 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson (foot/knee) was ruled out Friday, Dec. 30, ahead of the Week 17 matchup against the Cleveland Browns.
Huddle Up: Gibson failed to practice all week so this isn't a surprise. Brian Robinson should be in line for a big workload in a favorable matchup, giving him an RB2 floor.
Posted 12/29/2022 6:32 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson (knee/foot) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 29.
Huddle Up: Gibson seems to be trending in the wrong direction to play so managers will need to make sure they have a pivot option ready.
Posted 12/28/2022 10:19 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. (quadriceps) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.
Huddle Up: Robinson will continue to see a majority of the work in the running game and may see even more work if Antonio Gibson is unavailable. He has been playing well and can be a No. 2 running back or flex option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 12/27/2022 8:27 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson (undisclosed) is dealing with a sprain to an undisclosed body part, according to head coach Ron Rivera.
Huddle Up: Rivera didn't bother to go into details, so fantasy managers will likely have to wait for the team's first practice report on Wednesday to get a sense of what Gibson might be dealing with ahead of the team's Week 17 game with the Cleveland Browns. If Gibson is somehow sidelined for that game, Brian Robinson Jr. could handle in upwards of 25 touches against a weak run defense and would have RB1 upside.
Posted 12/23/2022 12:23 am GMT
Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. (quadriceps) practiced in full all week and was removed from the injury report for Week 16 on Thursday, Dec. 22.
Huddle Up: Robinson has taken full control of Washington's backfield and has even been getting looks in the passing game. He remains a high-end flex play but could move into RB2 territory if he can find the end zone more.
Posted 12/23/2022 12:20 am GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson (foot) was a full participant in practice on Thursday, Dec. 22, and was removed from the injury report for Week 16.
Huddle Up: Gibson has fully taken a backseat to Brian Robinson, who is even getting involved in the passing game now. Gibson has seen enough volume to keep him somewhat relevant, but he's a touchdown-dependent flex for Week 16.
Posted 12/22/2022 12:49 am GMT
Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. (quadriceps) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 21.
Huddle Up: Robinson probably will receive most of the work in the running game and could see a few targets in the passing game. He can be considered a No. 2 back or flex option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 12/22/2022 12:43 am GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson (foot) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 21.
Huddle Up: Gibson has been on the injury report for multiple weeks but has been able to play and should be on the field for Week 16. He should see a decent amount of touches and can be a flex option in most leagues.
Posted 12/21/2022 3:37 am GMT
Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. (quadriceps) practiced in full on Tuesday, Dec. 20.
Huddle Up: Robinson turned in limited practices to start last week, so a full practice to begin this one means he should be fine for Week 16. Robinson has looked good over the last three weeks and has fully taken control of the backfield, even seeing some passing-game work. However, his lack of touchdowns (he was robbed of one in Week 15) has limited his ceiling a bit. Regardless, Robinson remains a high-end flex play.
Posted 12/21/2022 3:31 am GMT
Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson (foot) was limited in practice on Tuesday, Dec. 20.
Huddle Up: Gibson has remained involved despite the Commanders handing over lead-back duties to Brian Robinson, but his workload has dwindled to 10 touches per contest the past three weeks. Also, he hasn't found the end zone since Week 10, and his overall yardage output in that span has been lackluster. Gibson is a touchdown-dependent flex option going into Week 16.
Posted 12/17/2022 4:25 am GMT
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin faces the New York Giants in Week 15, and McLaurin has topped 70 receiving yards in all six meetings with the Giants, scoring three times and averaging 96.7 receiving yards per game.
Huddle Up: McLaurin's run of success against the Giants has continued this season, and he finished with eight receptions for 105 yards and a touchdown the first times the teams met. He should be in the WR2 mix.
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