Adam Peters made earth-shattering changes to the Washington Commanders after taking control of the front office in 2024. Two-thirds of the playing personnel were replaced. Most of Ron Rivera's high-end draft picks fell by the wayside, replaced by established professionals with proven experience of going deep into the playoffs.
The turnaround was immediate. Washington made the NFC Championship game and looked primed for a prosperous future. That might still be the case, but this season's regression is a clear sign of how much hard work remains for the Commanders to cement themselves at the NFL's top table.