4 winners (and 1 loser) from Week 1 of Commanders 2025 training camp

Deebo Samuel Sr. | Geoff Burke-Imagn ImagesIt was a fascinating first week of training camp for the Washington Commanders. And aside from one major distraction, everything went according to plan.

This is the bedding-in period for players and coaches alike. The tempo gradually ramps up, leading into padded practices. These are always the best measuring sticks to see what the Commanders have and what more might be needed to mount another deep playoff run in 2025.

Dan Quinn and his exceptional coaching staff must be thrilled with the way things are going so far. Players are coming to the fore. Injuries have been avoided. Others are cementing their respective statuses, as a select few are already…