"The Commanders will have it a lot tougher this season; there's no getting away from that. They have a bigger target on their back. They have a lot of travel. They have no real routine with so many standalone and prime-time games. They have a tougher schedule, and there are some concerns about wide receiver and linebacker depth that must be factored into the equation."
"Jhabvala's concerns are legitimate. The Commanders' offseason was under the cloud of wide receiver Terry McLaurin's contract standoff. That's been lifted, but there's just no telling how long it'll take Washington's primary pass-catcher to get into genuine football shape. The Commanders' run defense and their inability to generate pressure consistently last season also need to improve drastically. Adam Peters and Quinn are confident that the additions made this offseason can have the desired effect. If they cannot, it's not hard to envisage what comes next."
Expectations for the Washington Commanders are high entering 2025, but projections foresee a tougher season. Heavy travel, numerous standalone and prime-time games, and a European trip to Madrid increase difficulty. Concerns exist about wide receiver conditioning after a contract standoff and about linebacker depth. Last season's run defense and inconsistent pass-rush production need significant improvement. Adam Peters and Dan Quinn believe offseason additions can help, but a lack of early momentum could cause the season to unravel, with a projected record near 8-9. Fan optimism remains, but structural challenges will shape expectations.
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