Is Sam Howell Starting Week 1? Commanders QB Status Uncertain
Man, the NFL preseason is a rollercoaster of emotions. One minute you're hyped about your team's new shiny toys, the next you're sweating over potential injuries. The Washington Commanders are feeling that right now as their starting quarterback, Sam Howell, is dealing with a minor ankle injury.
The injury happened in the Commanders' preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens, and while it doesn't seem too serious, it's got everyone in Washington asking the same question: Will Howell be ready for Week 1?
The Commanders are playing it cool, saying it's "day-to-day". That's coach speak for "we're not saying anything". They've got a few more preseason games to gauge Howell's progress, and they'll likely wait until the last minute to make a decision.
So, what does this mean for fantasy football managers? Well, it's a tough call. If you're holding out hope for Howell to be a breakout star, it's definitely a situation to monitor closely. But if you're in a deep league, it might be worth considering grabbing backup QB Jacoby Brissett just in case.
The good news is that Howell seems to be recovering well. He's been able to participate in practice, even if it's limited. But it's still a wait-and-see situation.
We'll just have to see how it unfolds. One thing's for sure, the Commanders need Howell healthy if they want to make a run for the playoffs. So let's hope for a speedy recovery and a healthy Week 1 for the young quarterback.
Fingers crossed!
And while we're on the topic of the Commanders, let's not forget their new offensive weapons like Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson. This offense is shaping up to be exciting, and we'll be watching it closely all season long.
Stay tuned, football fans! This is just the beginning of a long and wild ride.