Washington Football Team: Analyzing the tight ends and wide receivers

Additional Thoughts

There are many mouths to feed amongst the tight ends and wide receivers in 2021.  Players like Logan Thomas and Terry McLaurin will see their numbers drop somewhat from the previous season.  The Washington Football Team had plenty of difficulties trying to involve other receivers and tight ends in 2020, but that is not going to be an issue in 2021.

Are these predictions fair?  Will the numbers be higher or lower?  Are there any busts in the nine players that we project to be on the roster this fall?  These two units will likely be the most scrutinized and analyzed by pundits and fans this season, but they could have an impressive season.  The only negatives could be unfortunate injuries and poor quarterback play.

One more question:  Could Washington add any other free agent tight ends or receivers in the coming weeks.  The short answer is “probably so”.  With the league reportedly leaning toward keeping the practice squad number at the “COVID rule” of 16 players, Washington may look for extra depth that can be added and stashed away for two reasons.

First, injuries during the season could afford the team to elevate players that are familiar with the offense.  Second, keeping players with potential for the future can be an obvious positive.  Defensive tackle Matt Ioannidis was a practice squad member in his first season and now he is one of the best defensive linemen in the league.

The final look at each unit on offense and defense is coming next week when we bring you our perspective on the quarterbacks and running backs.