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2025 Player Outlooks: Washington Commanders



By Nick Caron | 7/5/25 |

QB Jayden Daniels
(2024 QB Rank – No. 5, 23.7 FPts/G)

Jayden Daniels burst onto the scene in 2024 with a rookie season for the ages, earning the AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year award. The stat line is absurd: 3,513 passing yards, 25 passing touchdowns, and just 9 interceptions, paired with 891 rushing yards and 6 rushing scores. That’s a dual-threat quarterback who can pile up elite numbers that rival Lamar Jackson.

Daniels finished as QB5 with 23.7 points per game, but 2025 Daniels looks even scarier. The Commanders added Deebo Samuel and rookie speedster Jaylin Lane to a receiving corps that already features Terry McLaurin.

Kliff Kingsbury’s offense plays to Daniels’ strengths -- quick decisions, deep shots, and plenty of designed runs. The O-line held steady last year, and with no major shakeups, he’s got the protection to keep slinging it. Sure, his run-heavy style and slender frame carries some injury risk, but he stayed healthy in 2024, so it’s not a huge red flag.

The guy’s a fantasy superstar and a top-3 QB option, worth a third-round pick in single-QB leagues. He’s got a real shot at being the QB1 overall -- don’t sleep on him.

RB Brian Robinson Jr.
(2024 RB Rank – No. 29, 11.7 FPts/G)

Brian Robinson churned out a decent 2024, landing at RB29 with 11.7 points per game across 14 games. He totaled 738 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns, but his receiving work tanked -- down to 25 targets from 43 in 2023. Why? Austin Ekeler split the backfield, and Jayden Daniels, like most athletic QBs, rarely checked down to his running backs.

Looking forward to 2025, the concerns continue to add up. Deebo Samuel’s arrival could nibble at Robinson’s carries, given Samuel’s gadget-play tendencies, and he’s also a player who specializes in the short passing game. Robinson’s a classic ground-and-pound back. He’s reliable for rushing yards and has a knack for finding the end zone, but without those receiving stats, his ceiling’s limited. He’s a volume guy who needs touchdowns to pop, making him a better fit for standard leagues than PPR.

If you’re looking for a steady-but-unspectacular option who’ll have his moments but won’t carry your team then Robinson’s your guy. He’s a decent low-end RB2 in standard formats, dropping to a flex in PPR. He’s solid depth for bye weeks and injury fill-ins, but don’t expect fireworks.

RB Austin Ekeler
(2024 RB Rank – No. 34, 11.0 FPts/G)

Austin Ekeler clocked in as RB34 in 2024, averaging 11.0 points per game over 12 games -- almost identical to Robinson’s output.

Known as a PPR machine in his prime, Ekeler’s numbers dipped with Daniels under center, who - like most mobile QBs - doesn’t lean much on running backs in the passing game. Deebo Samuel’s added presence threatens to steal even more short-yardage targets, which stings for a guy who’s thrived on those plays. Still, Ekeler’s a crafty veteran with enough juice to contribute. He can handle a change-of-pace role and shine in specific situations -- like two-minute drills. But his glory days are fading, and the crowded offense adds risk.

He’s got some PPR flex appeal, but you’re not banking on consistent RB2 production anymore. It’s a gamble on opportunity over explosiveness, making Ekeler a late-round RB2 with PPR upside. Grab him as a bench piece, but don’t expect a return anywhere close to his peak from a few years ago.

Terry McLaurin

WR Terry McLaurin
(2024 WR Rank – 7, 15.9 FPts/G)

Terry McLaurin crushed it in 2024, finishing as WR7 with 15.9 points per game over a full 17-game slate. He was WR16 in points per game but jumped up the ranks thanks to his ironman status. With 117 targets (19th in the NFL), he was a steal last year -- mid-round price, top-tier output. The catch? His draft stock is soaring now, and Deebo Samuel’s addition might eat into his volume.

Even so, McLaurin’s the clear cut WR1 here in Washington. He’s got Daniels’ trust, elite route-running, and a knack for big plays. Samuel could dilute the target share, but McLaurin’s too good to fade entirely. He’s a safe bet for WR2 numbers with occasional WR1 spikes -- think 1,000 yards and eight to 10 touchdowns. Just don’t overpay expecting another top-10 finish unless the stars align. McLaurin’s a third-round WR2 with a high floor, but it’s very possible that his 2024 season will end up being the best of his career.

WR Deebo Samuel
(2024 WR Rank – 47, 11.1 FPts/G)

Deebo Samuel stumbled in 2024 with the 49ers, finishing as WR47 with 11.1 points per game in 14 games. He managed just 51 catches for 630 yards and 3 touchdowns, plus 42 rushes for 136 yards and a score.

The 49ers let him walk, which is a warning sign, but landing with Daniels in Washington could be the reset he needs. He’s still got that rare run-after-catch spark and positional flexibility. In 2025, Samuel’s a wild card. If the Commanders deploy him like the Swiss Army knife he is -- targets, jet sweeps, the works -- he could thrive.

Unfortunately for Samuel, McLaurin’s the top dog, and rookie Jaylin Lane adds another mouth to feed. After a down year, Samuel’s a risk-reward play: WR3 with WR2 upside if everything clicks. You’re betting on talent and a fresh start, not past glory.

TE Zach Ertz
(2024 TE Rank – 11, 10.2 FPts/G)

Zach Ertz rewound the clock in 2024, posting 654 yards and 7 touchdowns to finish as TE11 with 10.2 points per game. After two quiet seasons, that’s a legit resurgence.

Entering his 13th year, he’s still the Commanders’ go-to tight end, even with Ben Sinnott lurking. Daniels loves him as a safety net, especially near the goal line. Ertz is a steady hand in a thin position. He’s not the dynamic threat he once was, and Sinnott could siphon some snaps, but his chemistry with Daniels keeps him relevant. Low-end TE1 production is well within his range of outcomes -- nothing flashy, but enough to get by. Age is a factor, so don’t expect another leap, but he’s a safe pick in a sea of tight-end uncertainty. He’s a great fallback option if you miss the top tier, but he’s not a game-changer at this point in his career.





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