Commanders News: Sale movement, Chase Young, Montez Sweat, and Cameron Dantzler
By Dean Jones
Which Washington Commanders news stories are hitting the headlines as things continue progressing both on and off the field for the franchise?
While the players and coaches got to grips with indifferent air conditions during another practice session at their mandatory minicamp, fans were keeping a close eye on developments in New York. This, of course, was primarily down to the meeting between Josh Harris, Mitchell Rales, and the NFL's finance committee in the hope it can move the Washington Commanders' sale closer to approval.
As always, there was plenty to pick apart from a news standpoint. Among the topics causing conversation recently included details from the Harris group's meeting bringing hope of a swift conclusion, Montez Sweat on his contract situation, Ron Rivera's excitement surrounding Chase Young, and a former cornerback signing with one of the leading Super Bowl contenders.
Let's delve into each topic in more detail.
Former Commanders CB signs with leading contender
There were more than a few eyebrows raised when the Washington Commanders released Cameron Dantzler Sr. without giving him a fair chance at training camp. The cornerback was seen as a potential rotational piece after those in power picked him off the waiver wire from the Minnesota Vikings, but drafting two defensive backs to begin the 2023 NFL Draft meant Ron Rivera deemed him surplus to requirements.
Dantzler has talent - he showed that over his first two seasons before regressing slightly in 2022. Something that the Buffalo Bills are willing to take a chance on after penning the former Mississippi State standout to a one-year deal.
This is arguably the best-case scenario for Dantzler, who gets the chance to compete for starting reps on a team that's among the Super Bowl favorites. If he makes the 53-man roster and thrives, then the Commanders cutting him loose will come under severe scrutiny.