"Magee's been an innocent bystander, for the most part, this season. Washington's linebacking corps was crying out for an extra injection of explosiveness, but Whitt remained cautious when it came to the 2024 fourth-round pick. He finally got a chance to stake a claim at SoFi Stadium, and he took full advantage. It was only 12 defensive snaps, but Magee made the most of them. His athleticism and quickness off the snap were considerable assets to call upon. And the physicality displayed to secure a tackle for loss would have been a massive confidence boost for the second-year pro."
"Bobby Wagner and Frankie Luvu remain entrenched as the starting linebacker duo. However, this is further proof that Whitt has to find ways to get Magee onto the field. His physical gifts cannot be taught. He's gradually earning the trust of his coaches, and Magee is always ready for the moment when his number is called. That is the sort of influence the Commanders should reward accordingly."
"Expecting Magee to log starting reps is unrealistic. But his improvements in coverage, coupled with his instincts against the run, make him an asset. And at a time when the Commanders have lacked a little spark at the second level, getting him more involved every week wouldn't be the worst idea"
Washington's defense opened the season inconsistently before rallying to score 27 unanswered points for a road win. Second-year linebacker Jordan Magee played just 12 defensive snaps at SoFi Stadium and made a noticeable impact through athleticism, quickness off the snap, and a tackle for loss. Coaches continue to start veterans Bobby Wagner and Frankie Luvu, but Magee's improved coverage and run instincts add valuable versatility to the second level. Increased rotational opportunities would inject explosiveness and reward a player who is earning trust and proving ready when called upon.
Read at Riggo's Rag
Unable to calculate read time
Collection
[
|
...
]