Commanders O-Line Depth 'Solid,' Says Coach Ron Rivera

The Washington Commanders have a big question mark at the quarterback position, but it's possible that there are more concerns surrounding the group that's protecting Sam Howell or Jacoby Brissett.

After losing both Trai Turner and Andrew Norwell this offseason, Washington is expected to debut a completely new offensive line, potentially with three of four new starters, and that's bound to come with some growing pains.

“I think the play of offensive line has been solid," coach Ron Rivera said. "Sure they made some mistakes, but again, they're learning a whole new system and they're going to have mistakes and you're talking about a defense that's, you know, again, way ahead in terms of just what they do and knowing what to do and how to do things.”

The uncertainty of the team's starting lineup is giving new opportunities for players like Saahdiq Charles, Chris Paul and Sam Cosmi, who had different roles a year ago for Washington. It also gives opportunity for those like Ricky Stromberg and Braeden Daniels, who had high draft picks used on them in this year's draft. And then there's Andrew Wylie and Nick Gates, two free agents who could also make an impact.

“Well, I think with the 16 guys we got right now or 17 guys we have right now, it's a good group," Rivera said. "I mean, I think the depth, the young depth is very good. We're a young football team this year. We really are and we expect those guys to be, you know, in development mode and we're expecting certain guys that get opportunities to step up and play really well.”

The Commanders' offensive line depth will be tested this Friday in the preseason opener against the Cleveland Browns. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at FirstEnergy Stadium.

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