Commanders News: Dan Snyder, Jason Wright, Sam Howell and free-agent touted

Which Washington Commanders news stories are hitting the headlines as we reach one of the most important months in the franchise's recent history?

Good morning, and a happy weekend to you all. We have finally reached July, which is a big month for the Washington Commanders with training camp beginning and the team's $6.05 billion sale to Josh Harris' ownership group set to receive formal approval.

This is an exciting time, that's for sure. Among the stories generating column inches recently include Dan Snyder not getting off the hook, quarterback Sam Howell seizing the initiative, Jason Wright's future with new ownership looming, and a free agent touted as someone Washington should acquire before the 2023 campaign.

Let's delve into each topic in more detail.

Commanders QB Sam Howell seizing the initiative

Sam Howell has adjusted well all things considered during his steep increase in responsibilities this offseason. The Washington Commanders are placing a significant amount of confidence in the quarterback finally providing the production needed under center, which could be the difference between success and failure in 2023.

The former fifth-round pick had some moments of struggle, which weren't unexpected. But overall, Howell is winning people over with his quiet confidence and according to wide receiver Terry McLaurin via Sports Illustrated, has seized the initiative in pursuit of maximizing what appears to be an outstanding opportunity in front of him.

"He's taken the bull by the horns, and he's really led us a lot this offseason."

- Terry McLaurin via Sports Illustrated

It was never going to be perfect. Howell is still a baby in NFL terms and is learning a new offensive scheme under Eric Bieniemy's guidance for good measure. Putting a lot on his plate was a sink-or-swim scenario for the North Carolina product, but he's shown growth so far heading into Washington's pivotal training camp.