Washington Commanders' Late-Round Gamble: Joshua Josephs

0:00On May 3rd, the Washington commanders totally revamped their edge rush this offseason, making it a top priority for general manager Adam Peters. They loaded up with big free agent signings, but Peters wasn't done. He snagged Joshua Joseph's in round five of the draft, a Tennessee standout who slid way later than expected. That pick came as a surprise after all the free agency splash, but Peters saw massive value in Joseph's raw tools, like explosive burst, and length off. The edge. Now, with new defensive coordinator Durante Jones scheming creative pressures, Joseph's lands in a spot primed for growth. Analysts are buzzing, with NFL.com's Janero Felise calling him the sleeper of Washington's draft class. Joseph has the athletic versatility, but he just needs to connect the dots on the field. Falling today three, lit a fire under him, giving him that classic chip on the shoulder. He's joining a loaded room with vets like Odoffe Owe, Kalavon Shesan, Doran's Armstrong Jr, and Charles Omanihu, ready to mentor.

1:03Last year, they were scrambling with guys off the couch, now there's real depth and balance to build on. If Joseph's polish is his game, he could become a long-term cornerstone for this defense, turning that late round gamble into a front office. Masterstroke. Keep an eye on him, he's got the hunger to make it happen.