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Commanders protect Jayden Daniels with first pick in NFL Draft

The Washington Commanders are getting some help for Jayden Daniels in the 2025 NFL Draft.

Jeremy Brener

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels runs with the ball against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels runs with the ball against the Philadelphia Eagles. / Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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The Washington Commanders are making their first pick for the 2025 NFL Draft at No. 29 overall.

With the pick, the Commanders selected Oregon offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr.

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Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Josh Conerly Jr. against the Liberty Flames during the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium.
Oregon Ducks offensive lineman Josh Conerly Jr. against the Liberty Flames during the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium. / Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Conerly to the Commanders

"Two-year starter whose in-season improvement and performance against Penn State’s Abdul Carter make it easier to project his future. Conerly is proportionally built but lacks ideal play strength. He strains at the point of attack but needs to get his hips and hands synced to improve as a finisher. He moves easily in space and gets to his angles to help spring the run," NFL.com scout Lance Zierlein wrote.

"Conerly sets with smooth slides and ready hands but gets caught over-setting. He has anchor troubles against power that might be challenging to correct. He sees twists and blitzes developing and recovers with athleticism when beaten. Conerly is young and needs more development, but he should become a good starter at tackle or guard."

The Commanders will be back on the clock with the No. 61 overall pick in the second round.

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Jeremy Brener
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.

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