4 secret weapons Washington Commanders must profit from in 2024
By Dean Jones
Olamide Zaccheaus - Commanders WR
The Washington Commanders had to strengthen their wide receiver options this offseason. This bears more significance when one considers the presence of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels - a man with the entire fate of the franchise resting on his young shoulders after becoming the No. 2 overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Adam Peters didn't do anything too drastic. There were a few tweaks but nothing more. This indicates the general manager believes he can get more from some already around under the guidance of offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and his accomplished staff.
One notable arrival came in the form of Olamide Zaccheaus. The veteran wideout knows Dan Quinn well from their time together with the Atlanta Falcons. He's been a solid if not spectacular performer throughout his career, carving a niche for moving the chains and doing his best work from the slot.
Zaccheaus has the athletic profile to be a strong security blanket for Daniels in key situations. His career numbers aren't jaw-dropping by any stretch, but the improved options on Washington's offense should provide the player with more space in which to work.
This is dependent on Zaccheaus earning his fair share of prominent targets over Washington's upcoming training camp. The former undrafted free agent out of Virginia isn't the biggest at 5-foot-8, but he makes things happen if schemed effectively. He's also extremely elusive with the football in his hands.
One thing that stands out where Zaccheaus is concerned centers on explosiveness off the line of scrimmage. He's got the quick-twitch movements to create separation quickly. This is especially evident when the player is used in motion - something Kingsbury must put to good use in pursuit of maximizing his second play-calling opportunity.
With the likes of Daniels, Terry McLaurin, Jahan Dotson, and Washington's rushing attack taking up attention, a big opportunity awaits Zaccheaus with a strong start.