Five biggest needs Washington Football Team has to fill during 2021 NFL Draft

5. Quarterback

In reality, the Washington Football Team’s need for a quarterback of the future is far greater than the No. 5 need on their roster. The problem is that the odds of them being able to land one of the top five quarterbacks in this year’s class is minuscule.

Right now, it seems likely that Trevor Lawrence and Zach Wilson are going to go with the Nos. 1 and 2 picks. The San Francisco 49ers traded up to the No. 3 spot, so they will take a quarterback. It’s just a question of whether they want Justin Fields, Trey Lance, or Mac Jones.

Between the No. 4 pick and Washington’s selection at 19, there are countless teams that could consider quarterbacks. That includes the Atlanta Falcons (4), Detroit Lions (7), Carolina Panthers (8), Denver Broncos (9), and New England Patriots (15). And that’s not including the Philadelphia Eagles (12) or any teams that could trade up.

Maybe if the QBs slip a bit more than expected Washington will land one. They could also end up trading up if a player they like is available. If not, they’ll still have a need at the quarterback spot, but they’ll have to consider addressing it with a potential-packed option outside of the first round.

Kellen Mond would stand out as a big-time upside guy that Washington could get on Day 2 of the draft. Davis Mills and Feleipe Franks would be other upside plays while Kyle Trask would represent a steady, consistent passer with good touch and the ability to lead the field.

All of these quarterbacks come with warts, but they all have upside and would add more depth and competition to the WFT’s group of Ryan Fitzpatrick, Kyle Allen, and Taylor Heinicke.

If Washington doesn’t like any of the quarterbacks outside the top five, they may not target the position. That’s why this need checks in lower than the others; Washington is positioned to wait a year at QB if they can’t find one they like. At the other positions, that isn’t the case.