7 under the radar Commanders players who must excel in 2024
By Dean Jones
The Washington Commanders have bigger ambitions heading into the 2024 season. This is not the same franchise that descended into toxic embarrassment under Dan Snyder's neglect. There is professionalism, purpose, and a legitimate plan for long-term success that can lead to a more profitable future.
That might not happen right away, but it will happen. The atmosphere around the building is almost unrecognizable after a significant shake-up from top to bottom. Everyone is working in unison towards one common goal. Positivity enveloped the organization quickly as a result, but what comes next is even more important.
If the Commanders want to display genuine on-field progress, they need everyone at optimum performance levels immediately. Established stars who became disillusioned under Ron Rivera must restore order and lead from the front. Those further down the depth chart need to maximize the huge opportunity awaiting them to cement their respective statuses.
The pressure is on, there's no getting away from that. With this in mind, here are seven under-the-radar Commanders players who must excel during the 2024 season.
Tyler Biadasz - Commanders C
The Washington Commanders selected Jayden Daniels at No. 2 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft to become their next franchise quarterback. He's got the tools needed to thrive, but the promising signal-caller cannot do it alone.
One underrated factor is Daniels' relationship with starting center Tyler Biadasz. Dan Quinn reunited immediately with the player in free agency after the pair spent time working together with the Dallas Cowboys. There's nothing flashy about his production, but there are very few flaws associated with his game.
If Biadasz can maintain his high-performance levels, develop the correct rapport with Daniels, and get a clear run of luck on the injury front, this signing will be money well spent. Washington's got a strong anchor on their offensive line at long last, but this new-look unit must come together quickly to provide the Heisman Trophy winner out of LSU with a fighting chance of taking the league by storm in 2024.