NFL executive slams Commanders, praises Jayden Daniels

Jayden Daniels has been wonderful for a Washington Commanders team performing at a high level.

Jeremy Brener | Feb 14, 2025

Feb 6, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Jayden Daniels on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images / Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Washington Commanders went from winning four games to being one victory away from the Super Bowl, and a lot of that had to do with the heroics from rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels.

Daniels was stellar as he won Offensive Rookie of the Year honors this season, but not everyone was a fan of what the roster around the quarterback was doing.

ESPN insider John Keim recently spoke with an NFL executive, who had some criticisms regarding the Commanders.

Jan 18, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) scrambles out of the pocket during the fourth quarter against Detroit Lions in a 2025 NFC divisional round game at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images / Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

Daniels makes everything better

"Because of the skill set [Daniels] has, he covers up a lot of stink," an NFL executive told ESPN's John Keim. "The offensive line is not good. It shows the league what can happen when you have that guy."

The Commanders made some improvements, but it's clear that the team still has a long way to go if they want to be considered a legitimate Super Bowl contender.

The Commanders will begin to attempt making the roster better by attending the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis later this month.

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Published Feb 13, 2025|Modified Feb 14, 2025

JEREMY BRENER

Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several On SI sites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid and resides in Central Florida. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism minoring in Sport Business Management. Brener can be followed on Twitter @JeremyBrener. For more inquiries, please email jeremybrenerchs@gmail.com.