Overview

• Jayden Daniels spent the offseason working with Taylor Kelly to refine his lower-body movement and adjust his arm angle on left-side throws while adding muscle for better pocket durability.
• Daniels exceeded expectations as a rookie with 3,568 passing yards and 891 rushing yards, becoming the first quarterback to cross both 3,500 passing and 800 rushing yards in a debut season.
• The Commanders traded for Deebo Samuel from the San Francisco 49ers to bolster their receiving corps, and Samuel says he is motivated and ready to make an immediate impact.
• Veteran wide receiver Terry McLaurin remains in a contract stalemate that casts doubt over his participation in mandatory training camp and early-season games.
• Running back Austin Ekeler predicts further growth from Daniels in his second year, citing increased comfort with the offense and familiarity with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury.