The Commanders own the second overall pick in April. The team has a chance to select Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, and Jayden Daniels. The Commanders will need their offensive line to protect the new quarterback if they have any opportunity to develop in the league. The Commanders will soon be available Leno, Charles
The NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports that the Commanders will be releasing veteran left tackle Charles Leno. Next week, the offensive lineman from the 2018 Pro Bowl will undergo hip surgery.
In his first three seasons in Washington, the former offensive lineman for the Chicago Bears has performed admirably. Leno allowed just three sacks in 631 pass-blocking attempts for the 2023 season, according to Pro Football Focus. Grant Paulsen estimates that the Commanders’ 2024 cap space will be spared by $7.2 million.
2023 fourth-round pick Braeden Daniels is listed on Our Lads as Leno’s backup. Daniels played in zero snaps during his rookie season.
The Commanders could be looking at a situation next season where they will have a rookie quarterback start while they have an inexperienced blind-side blocker on the perimeter.
