The Washington Commanders sent five players to the Pro Bowl games in 2022. Terry McLaurin, Daron Payne, Jonathan Allen, Tress Way and Jeremy Reaves all made the Pro Bowl after an outstanding 2022 season.
However, in 2023, none of the aforementioned players made the Pro Bowl. Reaves injured his knee and was lost for the season, while the others all had down seasons. Unfortunately for the Commanders, no players made the Pro Bowl games, as almost everyone had a down season. Washington went 4-13 in 2023.
Things are different now. The Commanders hired a new general manager (Adam Peters) and head coach (Dan Quinn) and turned over half of the roster. The returning players are energized by the changes and there is excitement about the upcoming season.
How many Washington players could earn a trip to the Pro Bowl in 2024? We look at six Commanders who could make the Pro Bowl for the first time.
Washington Commanders offensive tackle Sam Cosmi #76 walks to the locker room during half time of the game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
You could make the argument that Sam Cosmi deserved a Pro Bowl bid in 2023. However, Washington’s O-Line as a unit struggled, which impacted Cosmi’s candidacy. During the second half of last season, Cosmi was as good as any guard in the NFL. If you could name one Commander most likely to make his first Pro Bowl, Cosmi would be among the final two guesses.
Jun 5, 2024; Ashburn, VA, USA; Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) stands on the field during OTA workouts at Commanders Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Brian Robinson Jr. was healthy all of last season and looked terrific at times. When he didn’t, it was because former offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy wasn’t using him. The Commanders led the NFL in passing attempts and were last in rushing attempts. Had Washington run the ball more in 2023, Robinson would’ve easily eclipsed 1,000 yards. Robinson also improved as a pass catcher last season. Having Austin Ekeler will impact Robinson’s numbers, but the third-year back will be a focal point of Kliff Kingsbury’s offense.
Jun 5, 2024; Ashburn, VA, USA; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) prepares to pass a ball during an OTA workout at Commanders Park. Mandatory Credit: Geoff…
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