Commanders GM Adam Peters discusses team’s future at QB: ‘We still have a lot of work to do’

The Washington Commanders have struggled to select a consistent quarterback and just like in many year’s past, this offseason they are back at the drawing board to decide who will be their offensive leader for the future. Adam Peters is entering his first year as the Commanders general manager and will have a major role in choosing who they will go forward with for the 2024 season.

Peters spoke about their current QB situation while at the NFL Combine, admitting that they are not quite there when it comes to picking their starter.

“We still have a lot of work to do,” Peters said (via NFL.com)

Since 2019, Washington has seen Alex Smith, Josh Johnson, Colt McCoy, Mark Sanchez, Case Keenum, Dwayne Haskins, Kyle Allen, Taylor Heinicke, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Garrett Gilbert, Carson Wentz and most recently Sam Howell all start at least one game.

Howell is currently still with the Commanders, but is reportedly drawing interest from multiple teams, which could mean a trade is possible. Washington also has the benefit of the No. 2 overall pick and could take a quarterback with the selection and salary cap space to bring someone in.

While they have the options, figuring out to do is far from an exact science. Top draft picks do not always work out, as we have seen time and time again in the NFL. 

Peters said it is not easy to pick a successful quarterback, noting the complexity of the position. 

“If I knew that answer, I’d be somewhere else,” Peters said on choosing someone, “probably retired. … There’s so much more that goes into it besides the tape. If you’re evaluating a defensive end, I think we all can see what Nick Bosa or Myles Garrett looks like. At quarterback, there’s so much nuance that goes into it besides the talent and skill set and the arm strength and all that.”

Peters continued, saying, “With really quarterback or any position, it’s people evaluating people, so you’re…

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Author : Shanna McCarriston

Publish date : 2024-02-28 20:58:50

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