The stakes are about to rise considerably as the Washington Commanders gear up for training camp. This is a critical stage of preparations for the new campaign, and the competition for places is fiercer than ever before in D.C.
Dan Quinn and his coaching staff have high standards. The Commanders also have lofty expectations on their shoulders after reaching the NFC Championship game in Year 1 under his stewardship. Anything less would be deemed as a step back by some, so focusing on what comes next and nothing more is paramount.
It's not hard to see why optimism is growing exponentially.