The Washington Commanders entered the offseason with the familiar problem: They needed an above average quarterback. The team took one step to rectify that situation Wednesday, reportedly agreeing to a deal with Jacoby Brissett, according to Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post.
Brissett's deal is for one year. Solid move for a guy who was a solid starter for Cleveland last year and who knows how to be in a backup role. Will help for a young QB like Sam Howell.Brissett, 30, is coming off one of his finest seasons as a pro. In 11 starts with the Cleveland Browns, Brissett completed a career-high 64 percent of his passes for 2,608 yards. He threw 12 touchdowns against 6 interceptions.
Brissett likely would have set more career highs, but was replaced by Deshaun Watson once he finishedA former third-round pick by the New England Patriots, Brissett has carved out a solid career as a sometimes starter, sometimes backup quarterback. He's had strong moments in the NFL, but has not established himself as a team's long-term option yet.
It's unclear how the Commanders view Brissett heading into the 2023 NFL season. After releasing Carson Wentz, the Commanders currently have 2022 fifth-round pick Sam Howell at the top of their depth chart. Howell made one start last season. He completed 11 of 19 passes for 169 yards in a win over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 18. Howell threw a touchdown and an interception in the contest. He also ran for 35 yards and a rushing touchdown.
Prior to signing Brissett, the Commanders indicated Howell will be their starting quarterback in 2023. That may still be the plan, but Brissett gives the team a strong second option if Howell gets injured or doesn't progress as much as the team hoped.
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