Commanders Coach Highlights Key Sign of Progress in Free Agency
The Washington Commanders have quickly transformed from NFL afterthought to NFC contender under head coach Dan Quinn and quarterback Jayden Daniels. After a 12-win season that included a run to the NFC Championship Game, the franchise’s culture shift has become evident—especially in free agency.
Quinn pointed to one telling trend: multiple players chose to re-sign with Washington, signaling strong belief in the team’s direction. *”Looking back, seeing how many guys wanted to return was huge,”* Quinn said. “It shows how much they love playing together. That brotherhood—knowing they sensed what we’re building here—makes it clear we’re on the right track.”
General Manager Adam Peters bolstered the roster by acquiring Pro Bowl tackle Laremy Tunsil and playmaker Deebo Samuel, adding firepower to an already potent offense. While defensive gaps remain, the draft offers opportunities to address them.
For Quinn, the willingness of players to stay—rather than flee in free agency—marks a pivotal change. Washington is now seen as a destination, not a franchise to avoid. “That’s a big deal,”* Quinn emphasized, underscoring the rapid turnaround in just one year.
