Ron Rivera and Martin Mayhew answer questions about the Washington Commanders 2023 draft

Ron Rivera and Martin Mayhew addressing the media. On K.J. Henry, Rivera was impressed with his tape and thought he was overlooked by teams

Chris Rodriguez Jr:

Rivera says Eric Bieniemy was particularly high on running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. He says he’ll have a role,

— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) April 29, 2023

Rivera said Eric Bieniemy feels comfortable with how Chris Rodriguez will fit in the Commanders’ backfield behind Gibson and Robinson

— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) April 29, 2023

Chris Rodriguez was "sticking out like a sore thumb" on the Commanders' draft board and Eric Bieniemy was a big proponent of his, according to Ron Rivera

— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) April 29, 2023

Braeden Daniels:

Sounds like, per Ron, that Braeden Daniels will get a shot at being a tackle first.