Treylon Burks just cannot catch a break. Just when the wide receiver looked like he was gaining real momentum and the Washington Commanders were ready to give him an extended run in a prominent role, another cruel setback has emerged.
Burks led the Commanders in receiving yards during their Sunday Night Football win over the Philadelphia Eagles. He is the only legitimate downfield threat without Terry McLaurin, and the trust with quarterback Jayden Daniels is growing.
The 2022 first-round pick has been playing through the pain, unwilling to waste the opportunity in front of him.
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But now, it's proven too much to overcome.