The Washington Commanders have made a strategic move by trading for hybrid receiver-running back Deebo Samuel, which is expected to enhance their offensive firepower. With the team already ranked fifth in scoring last season, Samuel's addition under offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury's scheme could prove beneficial. The decision to trade rather than release him means the Commanders will inherit his salary of $17.55 million. Despite Samuel’s recent struggles, this low-risk, high-reward investment aligns with their ambitions after last season's promising performance and a young quarterback under contract.
Putting this hybrid receiver-running back into offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury's up-tempo scheme with Daniels is scary. Washington's 28.5 points per game last season ranked fifth despite limited playmaking from the skill positions beyond All-Pro receiver Terry McLaurin.
The trade doesn't become official until Samuel passes a physical, and the new league year begins on March 12. By making the trade rather than seeing if Samuel would be released, Washington takes on his $17.55 million salary.
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