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Yahoo
31-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Commanders' rookie cornerback standing out during OTAs
The Washington Commanders had a first-round grade on cornerback Trey Amos in the 2025 NFL draft. Fortunately for Washington, Amos fell to them with the No. 61 overall pick in last month's draft. The Commanders' draft room celebrated, believing they had landed two first-round talents with their first two selections. The 6-foot-1, 195-pound cornerback began his college career at Louisiana before transferring to Alabama for one season and ending his career at Ole Miss. In each step of the way, Amos bet on himself, and it paid off in a major way. Advertisement After adding Amos, Washington suddenly had depth at cornerback. In addition to Amos, the Commanders have Mike Sainristil, Marshon Lattimore, Jonathan Jones and Noah Igbinoghene. That's a vastly improved group from this time one year ago. The Commanders opened Phase 3 of their offseason program this week, which meant OTAs. For the first time, the rookies and veterans were lined up against one another in practice, and it appears that Amos is already making waves. Zach Selby of named three standouts from the first week of OTAs: Amos was one of his three picks. There's no telling at this point just how many snaps the second-round pick will get as a rookie or where he will land on depth chart, but Amos made the most of his snaps in seven-on-seven drills. Amos, who the Commanders considered taking with their first-round pick, held his own against several of the team's veterans. In one of his more impressive plays, he managed to stay upright after his feet got tangled with Michael Gallup and got under a tipped pass for an interception on the second play of the drill. He nearly got a second one later in the day while working against Luke McCaffrey and kept up with Deebo Samuel when lined up against him. Although general manager Adam Peters said Amos is an all-around cornerback, the Commanders primarily view him as a perimeter defender. As shown during his reps against Samuel, his large frame allows him to be physical at the line of scrimmage with bigger receivers. Amos still has months before he is ready to be a regular defensive contributor, but he's off to a good start. Yes, Peters said Amos can play inside or outside, but the Commanders drafted him to play outside. Washington can use Sainristil inside or outside, but would prefer to play him inside, with Lattimore and Amos on the outside. Jones, the steady veteran, can play everywhere, while Igbinoghene is better in the slot. Advertisement In the latest edition of "Commanders Log," Washington executives and coaches were thrilled to land Amos, particularly defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. On paper, the Commanders have a better secondary in 2025. However, Washington needs Lattimore to return to his previous form and remain healthy for a full season. If that happens, this could be one of the NFL's better cornerback rooms. This article originally appeared on Commanders Wire: Commanders' Trey Amos standing out during OTAs
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Commanders Top Pick Non-'Red Flag' Injury Issue Revealed
The Washington Commanders turned heads with their first pick of the 2025 Draft with the selection of Josh Conerly out of Oregon. And in the second round, they did it again. That's when they focused on one of the top available players left in the draft. ... with many surprised that Trey Amos was still available. Advertisement And now maybe we know why. Washington drafted Ole Miss cornerback Amos with the 61st overall pick in the second round of the 2025 Draft. Amos was the top cornerback left on the draft board and joins a secondary room with Marshon Lattimore and Mike Sainristil. But why did he slide? Writes ESPN, "One aspect that might have hurt his value slightly: Multiple teams discovered a back injury in the predraft process. This wasn't a major red flag for some teams, but it was at least a mild concern that 'probably caused him to slide a bit,' as one AFC exec said. "However, people around Amos and the Commanders did not seem overly concerned by it.'' Advertisement It seems that while the public didn't know about the issue, the 32 NFL teams did. In the end, can Amos play? "He can get a little lost at the top of the route and needs occasional safety nets over the top. He has twitchy feet to close and sees the action clearly from zone but can be hampered by indecisiveness, despite favorable instincts. Amos uses physicality and length to shrink the 50/50 odds in his favor," media scout Lance Zuerlein said of Amos. "He can play in multiple coverage but is most consistent in zone. Amos needs to ramp up his run support and trust his eyes in space, but he has the goods to become a solid starting outside corner." Advertisement Washington's secondary made incremental improvements last season under Dan Quinn's coaching. They are hoping an infusion of talent in the secondary will help tremendously. Amos should help instantly on the roster, with tremendous value going to the Commanders. ... as long as he's healthy. Related: Washington Commanders Prediction Bad News for Jayden Daniels Fans Related: Commanders 'Easy Pick' To Protect Star Quarterback Jayden Daniels
New York Times
11-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Commanders rookie camp brings ties to Washington's past and future together
ASHBURN, Va. — The surrealness of his new football life finally kicked in for Trey Amos. 'It really just happened today, just now,' the Washington Commanders' second-round pick said after Day 2 of the team's rookie camp. Amos, part of a five-player draft class, knew his professional start would occur with last season's NFC runner-up. Weather concerns pushed Friday's session indoors, meaning the press cornerbacks' initial work on an outdoor practice field began Saturday. Advertisement Though already schooled to stay in the moment, the Ole Miss standout and former Alabama transfer let the setting sink in. 'Man, I'm really here.' The individual stakes ranged for the draft picks, undrafted free agents signed at least for the summer and tryout players hoping to catch the staff's attention during the three-day outing. The pinch-me sentiment is universal. First-round offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr.'s stated 'dream come true' sentiment is understandable — and would exist no matter which of the 32 teams had selected the third-team All-American from the University of Oregon. The same is true for Amos and fourth-rounder Jaylin Lane, who arrived ready to 'dominate my role' while knowing his receiver/returner abilities and blazing speed will have him used in many ways. Emotions for Gabe Taylor, the younger brother of the late Sean Taylor, were linked to this specific parcel of planet Earth and the team's burgundy and gold gear. 'I had to take a moment, take a deep breath,' said Taylor, engulfed by local reporters and a bushel of cameras. He was 6 years old when Sean, a rising NFL star safety, was shot and killed by intruders at his Miami-area home at the age of 24. Gabe, a four-year contributing safety at Rice, followed in his brother's positional footsteps. Now, the rookie-tryout hopeful would begin his professional football journey where Sean's hard-hitting legacy remains central to Washington's fans — the organization retired his No. 21 jersey in 2021 — and Gabe's DNA. 'I looked at the helmet – it's been the Washington Redskins, the Commanders all my life,' Taylor said. 'I could have went somewhere else, but I chose here for a reason.' Coincidentally, the 39-player rookie camp roster included 21 tryout players. Along with Taylor, veteran NFL quarterback Nathan Peterman, 2020 second-round defensive tackle Ross Blacklock and UCLA running back/returner Keegan Jones were among those executing drill work for the Commanders staff. Advertisement 'Gabe and the other guys are here on a tryout. What a cool and golden opportunity,' coach Dan Quinn said. 'I love seeing players like him and others really going for it. It's been very worthwhile for him and the other guys to say, 'OK, I'm seeing what (the Commanders) are, what they stand for.' … Now, we start creating a list of who's next, how do you utilize the guys? So, all those guys are off to a good start.' Taylor's chances of making an NFL roster are long — 5-foot-8 safeties aren't standard, though this one had 10 career interceptions — but not everyone receives this tryout opportunity, certainly not one with this level of connection. 'Hopefully,' Taylor said, 'I get to put (the helmet and uniform) on again.' UDFA safety Gabe Taylor, brother of the late Sean Taylor, on being with Washington for rookie camp. — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) May 10, 2025 Here are eight additional thoughts and observations from Saturday's open practice. 1. Quinn confirmed an ESPN report that a back issue popped up for teams during Amos' pre-draft evaluations. Considered a potential first-round pick, the first-team All-SEC selection slipped to Washington at No. 61. 'Each team has their own medical report and how it goes,' Quinn said. 'And so, from our club, it was something that we were comfortable with.' Amos started all 13 of the Rebels' games last season and joined his fellow rookie on the field for camp. He said the back 'feels good. I'm out practicing, still competing.' The 6-foot-1 corner with 4.43 speed (and an impressive grill) will contend for a starting outside job opposite Marshon Lattimore. Dan Quinn confirms Trey Amos' back came up during the pre-draft eval, but "it's something we were comfortable with." — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) May 10, 2025 2. Even among other NFL players, offensive tackles stand out for their frame and size. The 6-foot-5, 311-pound Conerly meets that measure, but his impressive physical traits, including a desired 34.5-inch arm length, turned him into a first-round selection. Padless rookie camp practices without complete 11-on-11 work won't allow Washington's possible starting right tackle to test his full skills. Still, the speed at which Conerly threw hands and punches at practice dummies and shuffled his feet in front of line coach Bobby Johnson offered a glimpse of his athletic upside. First round OT Josh Conerly Jr. (72) throwing hands at the practice dummy. Speed shows. — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) May 10, 2025 Quickness also applies to learning the playbook and absorbing Washington's internal vibes. Veterans recently began working out at the facility, and tight end Zach Ertz watched Saturday's practice from the sideline, but most cleared out ahead of the rookies' arrival. Conerly met some of his new teammates during a pre-draft visit and after traveling from his native Seattle to Northern Virginia the day after Washington selected him 28th. Advertisement Brandon Coleman, last season's starting left tackle and possible starting right tackle and guard competition this year, gave Conerly a rundown of expectations for his first work on Washington's practice field. 'For the ones I've been around, it's always been great vibes and very welcoming,' Conerly said. 3. The 2025 NFL schedule will be announced Wednesday, with some marquee games announced earlier. That includes the international slate. Rumors swirled recently that Washington's first since 2016 would occur in Madrid against the host Miami Dolphins. Quinn boned up on his Spanish in anticipation of any related queries. 'Sin comentarios,' the coach said. That translation? 'No comment,' Quinn joked. 'I don't know what to tell you on that one,' he said with a laugh. 'We'll see on Wednesday, I guess, what happens.' 4. Quinn doesn't expect Week 1 or even training camp-level work from the participants. He considers these three days 'onboarding.' 'These are the standards. These are the things that are important to us. These are the ways that we go about (our work),' Quinn said. 'It doesn't just take place over one weekend. It takes place all the way up through here and into training camp. This is an excellent team to come be a part of, knowing that there are people here that are gonna help them be their very best.' 5. Lane's 4.34 40-yard speed made the Virginia Tech receiver a coveted target for teams in the middle rounds. College highlights showed a player often receiving the ball out of the slot and near the line of scrimmage. That tracked with Lane's usage in a few seven-on-seven drills, as did the burst upfield with the ball in his hands. Finding ways to get Lane the ball beyond traditional route running feels like an early goal. That includes returning punts and kicks, which might be how he will contribute primarily as a rookie, along with gunner reps on special teams. Advertisement 6. Sixth-round hybrid linebacker Kain Medrano ran the fastest 40-yard dash among linebackers at the combine. As another immediate special-teams contributor, Medrano's speed and quickness potential showed in Saturday's work. Whether he sees much action on defense will be determined by whether coaches think that speed and coverage element is a must-add for a group that ranked near the bottom of the league in several categories last season. 7. Then there is seventh-round running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt, who introduced himself as 'Bill' to reporters. He looked bigger than his listed 5 feet 11, 208 pounds. At the same time, the shiftiness showed in drills as expected, without any hints of rust after eligibility issues caused him to miss the final 11 games of his career at Arizona. Shifty seventh-round RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt under the watch of RB coach Anthony Lynn. — Ben Standig (@BenStandig) May 10, 2025 Washington retained its Brian Robinson, Austin Ekeler and Jeremy McNichols rotation while keeping Chris Rodriguez and practice-squad player Michael Wiley. Croskey-Merritt offers a needed change-of-pace aspect to fit the bill for a room lacking a big-play element last season. 8. Two UDFA signings, cornerback Fentrell Cypress and offensive lineman Tim McKay (torn labrum), did not participate. McKay's injury, suffered at NC State's pro day, will likely keep the three-year college starter and guard prospect sidelined into training camp, possibly leading to a physically unable to perform designation.
USA Today
02-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Commanders land multiple selections in ESPN's top 100 picks of the draft
Commanders land multiple selections in ESPN's top 100 picks of the draft I'm a big fan of Ole Miss CB Trey Amos, day 1 starter in a press scheme. Leads CFB with 9 passes defended, great zone IQ, competitive run defender — James Foster (@NoFlagsFilm) November 12, 2024 The 2025 NFL draft is over, and the reactions and opinions of every pick are in! ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller released his top-100 picks of the NFL draft, and Washington made the list with multiple selections. Even with only 5 picks in the draft, Adam Peters and the Commanders made the most of each selection, and hit on value and talent. Here's a look at where Washington landed on Matt Miller's top-100 picks. #12 Trey Amos, CB, Ole Miss (Round: 2 Pick: 61) Draft experts from every outlet were shocked to see that Trey Amos fell to pick 61 after being mocked in the late first round. Washington hit the lottery in the 2nd round, and might have their franchise outside corner for years to come now. Matt Miller ranked the Trey Amos steal as the 12th best pick in the draft, after ranking Amos as the 31st best prospect in the draft. I had Amos as a Round 1 possibility to the Commanders in my final mock draft because of their need for a physical press cornerback. Instead, they were able to get him at the end of Round 2. Amos' ability to win at the line of scrimmage and be physical will allow him to shine opposite Marshon Lattimore. Trey Amos is a perfect fit for Dan Quinn and Joe Whitt Jr's defense with his elite press-man skills, and excellent reaction burst in zone coverage with his 4.43 40-yard dash speed. The newest Commander in the secondary uses his long arms to break passes up at the catch point, and will fit in perfectly with Mike Sainristil and Marshon Lattimore. #100 Jacory Croskey-Merritt, RB, Arizona (Round:7 Pick: 245) Washington needed to revamp the running game this season, and they may have found a gem in Jacory Croskey-Merritt in the 7th round. The Commanders were linked to Croskey-Merritt throughout the draft process, and hosted him on a top-30 visit as well. Jacory missed out on almost all of his final season due to the NCAA ruling him ineligible, but he stuck with the team, attended meetings, and supported his teammates even after learning that he wouldn't play the rest of the season. He also made the most of a late invite to the Shrine Bowl where he ended up winning MVP of the All-Star game. Matt Miller had Jacory Croskey-Merritt as his 227th overall prospect, making him a great value pick at 245, and the 100th best pick of the draft. There's room for Croskey-Merritt to get onto the field early as a special teams return man and third-down back. The scheme fit and need in Washington for a pass-catching threat make this a fun pick. He plays with excellent vision, a quickness to make sudden cuts, and makes defenders miss in the open field. Washington needs fresh legs and a boost in the run game, and Croskey-Merritt is ready to bring it in the backfield next season.
USA Today
02-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
What draft experts said about new Commanders cornerback Trey Amos
What draft experts said about new Commanders cornerback Trey Amos The Washington Commanders entered the 2025 NFL draft with only five selections. They had opportunities to trade back and add more. Still, Washington really liked who was on the board at No. 29 and No. 61. At No. 29 overall, the Commanders selected offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr. With the 61st overall pick, Washington selected Ole Miss cornerback Trey Amos. General manager Adam Peters said they loved Amos so much that they considered selecting him in the first round. Fortunately for the Commanders, Amos was still on the board, and Washington landed a long, athletic cornerback who can press. If Marshon Lattimore is healthy next season, the Commanders suddenly have a much deeper cornerback room. Like Conerly, Amos will likely start immediately. Here's what some expert draft analysts had to say about Amos during the pre-draft process and what Commanders fans can expect to see: "A one-year starter at Ole Miss, Amos was an outside cornerback in defensive coordinator Pete Golding's diverse coverage scheme (press man, off man, zone, etc.). After three years at Louisiana, he transferred to Alabama and played behind Kool-Aid McKinstry and Terrion Arnold. After Nick Saban retired, Amos made the move to Ole Miss, where he had his breakout season with an SEC-best 16 passes defended. A good-looking athlete, Amos is a professional pesterer with the way he reads receivers, crowds break points/catch points and never stops ball searching with his length. Whether in man or zone, he has a feel for phasing up receivers from different alignments. His timed speed is better than his play speed, however, and there is some stiffness in his change of direction. Overall, Amos has an appetite for press, but I liked him best in zone (Cover 2, Cover 3, quarters), where he can trust his athletic instincts from depth to read and rally. His super-senior season convinced evaluators that he is a pro starter, similar in ways to Paulson Adebo." "Long press cornerback who proved he could make the jump from the Sun Belt to the SEC without a hitch. Amos can disrupt the release and plays with good short-area movement in man coverage. He can get a little lost at the top of the route and needs occasional safety nets over the top. He has twitchy feet to close and sees the action clearly from zone but can be hampered by indecisiveness, despite favorable instincts. Amos uses physicality and length to shrink the 50/50 odds in his favor. He can play in multiple coverage but is most consistent in zone. Amos needs to ramp up his run support and trust his eyes in space, but he has the goods to become a solid starting outside corner." "Trey Amos enters the NFL draft after beginning his collegiate career at ULL, transferring to Alabama, and finishing his career at Ole Miss. Amos is a highly experienced defensive back who plays with a scrappy temperament, excelling both in stepping up in the run game and making plays in coverage. In coverage, Amos has aligned in various roles, including press-man, press-bail technique, and off-coverage. However, he thrives in press-man situations, where he can position himself close to the line of scrimmage and leverage his length and physicality to dictate the rep from the outset. In press-man coverage, Amos' length is his greatest asset. He effectively uses strong punches at the snap to disrupt receivers' releases and the timing of their routes. A big-bodied cornerback, Amos forces receivers to work around him before shadowing them in a trail technique, where he can eliminate underneath routes. His physicality is evident, as he frequently uses subtle contact to disrupt receivers' progress and create distractions. Amos does an above-average job staying in phase with receivers on short to intermediate routes. On vertical routes, his length allows him to compensate for separation, enabling him to contest passes by disrupting the receiver's catch point, fitting his hands through theirs, and knocking the ball loose. Although Amos plays a considerable amount of man coverage, his skill set suggests he is best suited for a zone-heavy scheme, such as Cover 2 or Cover 3, in the NFL. In zone coverage, Amos could take advantage of his physicality in press knowing he has help on the back end. He can also be more aggressive in jumping routes and taking angles to make plays on the ball, without worrying about being left without safety support. His football IQ and understanding of route combinations put him in excellent positions to anticipate plays and generate turnovers. As a run defender, Amos is an effective boundary player who has consistently shown a willingness to step up and make tackles. He works hard to shed perimeter blocks and engage with ball-carriers, demonstrating his physical nature in this phase of the game. The primary concern with Amos is the potential for penalties stemming from his physicality in coverage. While his disruptive playstyle can be effective, excessive grabbing or holding during routes may draw penalties for holding, pass interference, or illegal contact at the NFL level. Refining his hand placement and timing will be critical for his transition to professional play. Amos possesses the ideal length, physicality, and mental temperament to be a productive cornerback in the NFL. While there are details in his coverage technique that require refinement, he appears best suited for a zone-heavy defensive scheme. With his combination of size and football IQ, Amos has the potential to develop into a reliable NFL cornerback." Trey Amos is a physical and fluid cornerback prospect with the size, strength, and athleticism to compete at the next level. Known for his strong press technique and ability to match up against bigger receivers, Amos has the skill set to develop into a versatile corner capable of playing both man and zone coverage schemes. Amos excels in press coverage, using his quick feet, lateral movement, and strong hand usage to control receivers at the line. His ball skills are notable, allowing him to high-point the ball and play through the catch point. However, his aggressiveness can cause him to struggle with eye discipline, leading to separation or loss of leverage. His transitions, particularly from a backpedal, can be inconsistent, which hampers his ability to recover downfield. Amos is a willing and physical run defender, quick to trigger and take on blockers with his hands. He consistently disengages, using both strength and quickness to attack screens or ball carriers. His tackling is inconsistent, especially against bigger runners. He sometimes reverts to arm tackles, leading to missed opportunities. Trey Amos projects as a mid-round pick with the potential to develop into a versatile starter. His combination of size, athleticism, and ball skills makes him an intriguing prospect. However, improving his tackling consistency and refining his technique in deep coverage will be key to his success."
