Commanders urged to take risk on Round 1 cornerback in NFL Draft

The Washington Commanders could look to make some risky moves in the NFL Draft.

East Carolina defensive back Shavon Revel during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. | Tanner Pearson-Imagn Images

The Washington Commanders are in need of improving the cornerback position at some point during the 2025 NFL Draft.

The Athletic's insider Ben Standig believes Shavon Revel Jr. from East Carolina could be a fit for the Commanders with the No. 29 overall pick, but he comes with a bit of a risk.

Navy Midshipmen wide receiver Regis Velez runs the ball against East Carolina Pirates defensive back Shavon Revel. | Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Revel to the Commanders?

"If we’re talking about best fits, we’re talking about East Carolina’s Shavon Revel Jr. Revel’s injury history (broken hand in 2022, ACL tear in 2024) and age (23 on Saturday) could work against him. Still, he generated first-round attention after a breakout 2023 campaign highlighting sticky coverage, impressive size and press corner traits," Standig writes.

The Commanders had just seven interceptions last season, so adding a player of Revel's talents could help Washington if he is healthy enough to make an impact on the field.

The NFL Draft is set for April 24-26 from Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

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