7 Commanders players in precarious situations despite 2024 reprieve
By Dean Jones
It's been a whirlwind offseason for everyone associated with the Washington Commanders. Adam Peters, Dan Quinn, and other influential figures within the organization have settled on their 53-man roster and practice squad for the upcoming campaign. The playing personnel looks completely different, which isn't a bad thing after how things unfolded throughout Ron Rivera's torrid four-year stint at the helm.
This is just the start for Peters. He's got a long-term plan in place and is already stockpiling picks for the 2025 NFL Draft after trading Jahan Dotson and John Ridgeway III. Any comfort those who survived his roster cull are feeling heading into Week 1 at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers might be short-lived if performance levels do little to encourage.
Peters is ruthless, calculated with every move, and knows how to strike with conviction when opportunities arise. The Commanders are also in a strong financial position in the coming years - something that only raises the stakes for some who've underperformed in a regular-season setting up to now.
With this in mind, here are seven Commanders players in precarious situations despite getting a reprieve in 2024.
Commanders players in precarious situations despite 2024 reprieve
Trent Scott - Commanders OT
The Washington Commanders made several useful additions to their offensive line in 2024. This came with guaranteed starters, an intriguing draft pick who could become a franchise cornerstone if everything goes well, and useful backups capable of picking up the slack if injury strikes.
Adam Peters didn't think much of the old guard and rightfully so. That makes it surprising to see Trent Scott still around all things considered. But those in power think he's got useful traits as a backup edge protector - likely to right tackle Andrew Wylie.
Scott's not done much to justify any involvement. He's versatile and experienced, but that's about it. Putting him into a competitive setting has brought nothing but indifferent production from the player so far. If the Commanders get a chance to find an upgrade to their depth at any stage, Peters would be foolish not to pull the trigger.
It was somewhat surprising to see Scott preferred to Braeden Daniels, from a developmental aspect if nothing else. Just how much longer he'll be around is another matter.