Rivera seeks elite QB but says team can win with second-tier option originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington
Since Ron Rivera took the podium on Jan. 2, 2020, when introduced as the then-Redskins head coach, one of the biggest priorities he set out to accomplish was to find a franchise quarterback.
Over two years and two name changes later, Washington remains on that quest to find its long-term QB. Rivera has been open about the necessity to solve Washington’s need at the sport’s most important position, particularly this offseason. So, when the Commanders’ boss answered questions about the topic at the Scouting Combine in Indianapolis on Tuesday, he let everyone know Washington is open for business.
“We’re trying to let people know, ‘Hey, we’re interested,’” Rivera said.
The quarterback market has been especially quiet thus far this offseason, largely due to uncertainty surrounding the three elite passers that could be on the move. Aaron Rodgers has yet to inform the Packers…