Eddie Goldman - Commanders DL
The Washington Commanders made fortifying their trench options a big priority on both sides of the football this offseason. Adam Peters gave the offensive line a significant boost by trading for five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil, which represented a major statement of intent and should help quarterback sensation Jayden Daniels considerably.
Washington also added to the defensive line with several moves. Javon Kinlaw was the big splash to form a potentially productive starting trio alongside Daron Payne and Johnny Newton. Deatrich Wise Jr. provides experience and edge-setting against the run. Jacob Martin is the versatile piece capable of filling the void left by Dante Fowler Jr., who left for the Dallas Cowboys in free agency.
Peters also acquired Eddie Goldman. The interior force came out of retirement with the Atlanta Falcons in 2024 and was pretty solid considering how long he'd been away from the gridiron. With his hunger for football reinvigorated, the Commanders want to see if this can become something more.
Goldman sat out during the COVID-19 season. He came back in 2021 but retired immediately after. He should be relatively fresh compared to most 31-year-olds around the league, but the need to hit the ground running cannot be overstated.
The Commanders re-signed Sheldon Day and Jalyn Holmes after both flashed moments of excellence in 2024. If another defensive tackle comes in from an exceptionally deep draft class, Goldman's predicament becomes increasingly precarious.
K.J. Osborn - Commanders WR
Adam Peters recognized the need to find another prolific wide receiver for quarterback Jayden Daniels. The general manager turned to his old employers, giving up a fifth-round pick to the San Francisco 49ers for Deebo Samuel Sr.
Samuel is versatile and explosive. He makes things happen with the football in his hands and represents the best partner Terry McLaurin's ever had in the wideout room. The Commanders have hopes that Luke McCaffrey's influence could improve after being used sparingly as a rookie. They also re-signed Noah Brown and K.J. Osborn to fill out the unit before the 2025 NFL Draft.
Not many thought Osborn would come back. The wide receiver came into the fold late in 2024 after Brown's serious internal issue saw him go to injured reserve. The former Auburn star had big ambitions to fill the void, but it became apparent the Commanders wanted to sign him as an emergency option, but nothing more.
Osborn didn't get much involvement, which was disappointing. However, the Commanders want to see if a full offseason within the scheme could see his influence increase before the 2025 campaign.
This was a major positive for Osborn, but nothing is set in stone. If the Commanders get the chance to add another decent performer from the college ranks, they shouldn't hesitate.
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