Commanders News: Quinn Ewers, Emmanuel Forbes, Sam Howell and Trent Williams
By Dean Jones
Which Washington Commanders news stories are hitting the headlines as mandatory minicamp and the team's sale for $6.05 billion move ever closer?
There seems to be a different turn every minute where the Washington Commanders are concerned this offseason. Although the focus is slowly turning to football matters once again, fans have half an eye on the sale situation and what might come next if everything gets officially approved by the NFL as expected.
This continues to bring plenty of hot topics for discussion. Among the stories making waves recently include Emmanuel Forbes drawing rave reviews, a new quarterback arriving via a 2024 NFL Draft mock, Sam Howell potentially being the weak link, and a former coach providing insight on Trent Williams' impact in Washington.
Let's delve into each topic in more detail.
Former Commanders coach lauds Trent Williams
Treating Trent Williams so poorly before trading him to the San Francisco 49ers will go down as one of the biggest errors in franchise history. The offensive tackle is the undisputed best blindside protector in the business, while the Washington Commanders are still trying to replicate anything like the same production.
When discussing Williams' impact with The Team 980's Chris Russell via The Commanders Wire, Jay Gruden could have been more glowing in his praise. And it's clear losing such a prominent figure on and off the field was a supreme blow.
"Trent meant a whole lot not only as a player but in the locker room; he was a great leader. Any issues that occurred down there in the locker room, I knew Trent would take care of it. I know a lot of people had a lot respect for him. That hurt us a lot."
- Jay Gruden via The Commanders Wire
The Commanders have to get better across their protection in 2023 to stand any chance of reaching the postseason. If only they had someone with Williams' credentials to call upon.