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Commanders could sign record-breaking quarterback after NFL Draft

The Washington Commanders could be adding to the quarterback room with one of college football's most decorated players.
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Dec 1, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn (right) celebrates with Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) after scoring a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images
Dec 1, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn (right) celebrates with Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) after scoring a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images | Amber Searls-Imagn Images

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The Washington Commanders don't need a quarterback after taking Jayden Daniels with the No. 2 overall pick last season, but they may be looking for someone to add to the depth at the position.

ESPN writer Ben Solak believes Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel, who holds the FBS record for most touchdown passes, could be a fit for the Commanders in undrafted free agency.

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Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel throws a pass during the second quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel throws a pass during the second quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes. | Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Gabriel to the Commanders?

"Gabriel leaves college as one of the most productive passers in NCAA history, but he does not project as an NFL passer," Solak writes. "He's 5-11 and does not have the movement traits or arm talent of Bryce Young or Kyler Murray. Gabriel has a quick release and fast eyes, so he could work in college-inspired offenses like those in Washington (Kliff Kingsbury) or potentially Las Vegas (Chip Kelly)."

Gabriel would also get a chance to learn from Marcus Mariota, who both went to Hawaii and attended the University of Oregon, so that further connects the two sides to a deal.

The NFL Draft is set for April 24-26.

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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.

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