Washington Commanders Under New Ownership: Can They Turn Their Fortunes Around?
In a shocking turn of events, the Washington Commanders have been sold to a new ownership group led by billionaire investor Josh Harris and NBA legend Magic Johnson. This marks the end of the controversial reign of former owner Daniel Snyder. The new owners are determined to transform the Commanders into a winning franchise that commands respect in the NFL. However, they face an uphill battle as the team finished the season with a disappointing 4-13 record.
The first step towards a turnaround has already been taken with the appointment of Dan Quinn as the new head coach. Quinn, who previously served as the defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys, brings a wealth of experience to the table. However, not everyone is convinced that this was the right move. FS1 personality Nick Wright believes that Washington made a mistake by not hiring an offensive-minded head coach, especially considering their opportunity to draft a franchise quarterback with the No. 2 pick in the upcoming draft.
Wright took to Twitter to express his opinion, stating, “The Commanders are about to draft a QB at No. 2. The opportunity to marry that QB’s growth with an offensive head coach for the next decade would’ve made the most sense.” He suggests that Ben Johnson, the offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, or Eric Bieniemy, the former offensive coordinator for the Kansas City Chiefs, would have been better choices for the head coaching position.
While it is unlikely that the Commanders will be able to secure USC phenom Caleb Williams with the No. 2 pick, they still have a range of talented quarterbacks to choose from. Names like Drake Maye from North Carolina and Jayden Daniels from LSU are among the potential options. The franchise is hopeful that these new additions, combined with the fresh ownership, will pave the way for a resurgence reminiscent of their glory days in the 1980s and early 1990s.
As the Commanders embark on this new chapter, only time will tell if they can reclaim their status as one of football’s top franchises. The fans eagerly await the start of the next season, hoping to witness a remarkable turnaround under the guidance of the new ownership group and head coach. Exciting times lie ahead for the Washington Commanders.
