The Washington Commanders are set to play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the postseason for the first time since 2020, with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels leading the team. Despite having a strong athletic ability, Daniels faces a high bar to clear immediately due to his lack of experience and the team’s sluggish offense. Various analysts rank the Commanders with different expectations, ranging from a potential deep run (Pro Football Network) to concerns about their inexperience (Yardbarker). Some praise Daniels’ energy and advanced leadership (Sporting News), while others question whether he can handle the pressure of the postseason stage (Mike J. Asti, Yardbarker). The team’s defense, led by Dan Quinn, is also a concern, with analysts noting that they struggled to contain opponents in the second half of the season. With a matchup against the Buccaneers, who are known for their explosive offense, the Commanders will need to prove themselves as a legitimate playoff contender and overcome their weaknesses if they hope to make a deep run in the postseason.
Source: https://www.commanders.com/news/playoff-power-rankings-jayden-daniels-has-become-a-complete-quarterback