As we hit the 2023 offseason, how do all 32 teams stack up? We put every squad into one of eight tiers based on its contending window and broke down what's next for each.
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Stuck in Purgatory
Average age of roster: 26.1
Salary-cap space: $8,352,246
Total 2023 draft picks: 8
What's next: In what feels like a must-win season for coach Ron Rivera, the Commanders need to support
Sam Howell, who enters offseason workouts as
their No. 1 quarterback. Look for Washington to identify offensive line upgrades in the draft or free agency. Right tackle
Jawaan Taylor and guard
Dalton Risner could be good fits.
The Commanders can't spend too aggressively because they have core defensive players to keep. Defensive tackle
Daron Payne played well enough that the franchise tag is a viable option. Pass-rusher
Montez Sweat is a year from free agency, and they must decide on
Chase Young's fifth-year option ($17.5 million).