Time for Commanders to worry about their cornerbacks? What about center? Mailbag

Key Points:

• The Washington Commanders begin organized team activities (OTAs) Wednesday, offering an early look at their revamped roster, though no pads mean limited evaluation of physical play and key positions like cornerback and running back remain uncertain.
• The team faces challenges filling starting-caliber cornerback roles, with limited free-agent options and missed draft opportunities; assistant GM Lance Newmark acknowledged the need but emphasized no suitable players were available during the draft.
• Receiver depth continues to be a concern despite offseason efforts, with rookie Antonio Williams expected to contribute but questions remain about quarterback Jayden Daniels' support and durability, which the new offensive system aims to address.
• The Commanders' new coordinators plan to blend previous systems with adjustments tailored to personnel, with offense emphasizing more under-center play and running, while defensive schemes will draw from multiple influences, though full details will emerge in training camp.
• Success for the season is broadly defined as returning to the playoffs, with doubts about head coach Ron Rivera’s job security if early struggles occur; veteran additions at pass rush and cornerback remain uncertain, and no plans for a new fight song have been reported despite uniform and stadium changes.