I told [the defensive coaches] the other day when they were talking to me about the snap counts, it's like, 'Man, we could run gassers, we could be in practice and you give me these plays, we can run to the ball, but at the end of the day, you've got to let me push through some things,' 'You've got to let me get tired and get worn out so that way I can become better.'
Fan excitement is highest for the drafted rookies, overshadowing returning second-year players, with RB Bill Croskey-Merritt generating notable buzz despite limited prior performance. When asked about which player fans wanted to return in 2026, Deebo Samuel dominated the votes, indicating strong interest in his potential impact compared to veterans like Bobby Wagner and Austin Ekeler.
This offseason, Washington significantly enhanced their wide receiver capabilities by acquiring Deebo Samuel and drafting Jaylin Lane, aiming to maximize their on-field potential and mismatches.