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Redskins 2020 offseason wish list: Quarterbacks edition

By Ken Johannesen

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 08: Dwayne Haskins #7 of the Washington Redskins talks to Case Keenum #8 during warm ups prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 08, 2019 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 08: Dwayne Haskins #7 of the Washington Redskins talks to Case Keenum #8 during warm ups prior to the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 08, 2019 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images) /
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GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 01: Blake Bortles #5 of the Los Angeles Rams prepares for a game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on December 01, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 01: Blake Bortles #5 of the Los Angeles Rams prepares for a game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on December 01, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images) /

2020 free agent quarterbacks

The primary backup quarterback should always be ready when and if the starter is not able to play.  It can happen quickly and suddenly, but the backup should lead the team without any major disruptions to the game plan.  We must realize that the choices will not produce All-Pro production, but they will be a player who can come in and provide quality play for a period of time.  Let’s take a look at some of the options.

Brett Hundley of the Arizona Cardinals could be a good option in free agency.  He has also spent time with the Packers and Seahawks.  Hundley would be very affordable and his pedigree as the all-time leader in total offense and touchdowns at UCLA makes him an attractive option when March arrives.

Blake Bortles is a convenient target for jokes and ridicule, but he is a former starter who has led his team to the playoffs.  Bortles has produced a 4,000-yard season and nearly did it again the following season.  When we add in a 3,600-yard season and a career touchdown-to-interception ratio of 103:75, it’s easy to see him as a quality backup.

Nate Sudfeld began his career with the Redskins in 2016, and he was surprisingly signed to the Eagles practice squad just prior to the 2017 season.  He has a limited resume, but has produced when called upon.  Could Sudfeld be a reliable backup at this point in his career?  Only the lack of experience is a concern. Otherwise, he could be an affordable option.

Teddy Bridgewater of the Saints is one of the best backup quarterbacks (if not the best) in the league.  Would he come to Washington?  It’s not likely.

We also will briefly mention Case Keenum.  It’s unlikely that he returns under a new staff, but it can’t be fully ruled out.

Other names to watch include Matt Moore, A.J. McCarron, Mike Glennon, and Geno Smith.

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