Adam Peters, the GM of the Commanders, adheres to a philosophy where pre-draft evaluations guide his selections, prioritizing long-term value over immediate roster needs. Instead of chasing players that mock drafts suggested, he focuses on acquiring top talent, as evidenced by the selection of OT Josh Conerly despite calls for an edge rusher. The Commanders utilize free agency to build roster depth ahead of the draft and seek talent beyond the draft, creating a well-rounded team over time, promising fans better prospects in the upcoming years.
As many people have already noted, two Adam Peters drafts have made it clear that the Commanders believe in their pre-draft evaluations and trust their board when it's time to make draft selections.
The GM does not chase players to address roster needs in the way that mock drafters tend to do.
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