Commanders News: Treading water, top 30 visits, attendances and Ron Rivera
By Dean Jones
Which Washington Commanders’ news stories are hitting the headlines ahead of what looks to be a pivotal 2023 NFL Draft for the organization?
It’s never a dull moment where the Washington Commanders are concerned these days. Something that’s reflected in the constant stream of media speculation, news, and almost everything in between for matters related to on-field progression and some impending landmark changes set to transpire behind the scenes.
Among the big-hitting recent headlines include more top-30 visits scheduled ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft, Ron Rivera on the exciting sale possibility, crowd attendances dwindling once again, and a league executive thinks the Commanders are treading water this offseason until Dan Snyder sells up.
Let’s explore each topic in more detail.
Commanders line up more top-30 visits
Draft plans are being finalized around the league and the Washington Commanders added a few more names to other top-30 visits according to Ben Standig of The Athletic. These happen to fit immediate needs looking at the roster overall and are worthy of consideration over the first three rounds.
The list is as follows:
- Brian Branch (DB) – Alabama
- DeMarvion Overshown (LB) – Texas
- Atonio Mafi (OL) – UCLA
- D.J. Turner (CB) – Michigan
The insider also confirmed that Steve Avila will spend time with the Commanders, which was reported by others last week. Washington also plans to host dynamic cornerback Emmanuel Forbes in the coming days, who could be a wildcard option at No. 16 overall if other targets come off the board beforehand.