The 2025 NFL Draft is drawing closer. Adam Peters doesn't have much capital, but the Washington Commanders will have a plan in place to extract maximum value from every resource.
One analyst believes they could gamble on a gifted prospect who comes into the NFL with serious off-the-field concerns.
The Commanders hold the No. 29 overall pick. They are one of the teams that have so many different directions they could go with their first-round selection. Edge rusher, defensive back, running back, and other positions are still glaring holes in the roster. Peters will be aware of what must be done to rectify these potential issues.
Due to having several holes on the squad, fans and analysts alike are excited as to what position, and player, Adam Peters will write on his draft card on Day 1. However, there's also a chance the Commanders trade out of the pick with just five selections as things stand.
Edge rusher is widely regarded as arguably the Commanders' biggest need, and justifiably so. Dan Quinn will not want to enter the 2025 season with the current options. Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz from USA Sports had the perfect (albeit risky) option in mind.
Commanders gamble on Mike Green in USA Today's latest mock draft
The analyst tabbed Mike Green to the Commanders in his latest mock draft. While his explosiveness and college production are absolutely off the charts, the significant red flags could hurt his stock when push comes to shove.
"Two sexual assault allegations could complicate Green’s draft outlook. But if he’s available at this point – and there’s a chance that his range is closer to the teens – and the Commanders are comfortable with the selection, the Football Bowl Subdivision leader in sacks could be a critical cornerstone for a pass rush that lacks a dynamic presence."Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz
Green was a fast riser over the early assessment stage. The Marshall prospect deservedly won the 2024 Sun Belt Player of the Year after accumulating 17 sacks, 23 tackles for loss, and 84 tackles throughout the campaign. His starring performance at the Senior Bowl propelled him into first-round consideration.
While the prospect has been open about the sexual assault allegations, it needs thorough investigations. This doesn't seem like the risk Washington will take even if Green is available. One only has to look at the franchise's history under previous owner Dan Snyder and their handling of the Brandon McManus situation as evidence of that.
Quinn is the perfect coach to get the most out of his edge rushers. He does every season. He would love the idea of taking on a project and making sure he becomes a prolific contributor.
Green has the physical tools to be just that. There is much more to consider before taking the plunge, especially considering how highly the new regime values strong characters with glowing résumés behind the scenes.
Unless their findings on Green's off-the-field issues are satisfactory, it wouldn't be a shock if the pass-rusher wasn't even on Washington's board.