Signs of the change could be seen throughout the 2022 World Cup, culminating with Morocco's advance to the semifinals.
Following a last-place finish in 2022, the Nationals have watched division rivals make significant additions this offseason.
The Washington Wizards hover around .500, but surviving in the NBA's middle class has its pitfalls. The NBA Draft heavily incentivizes tanking. The weighted lottery system for the 14 teams that don't make the playoffs awards teams with the worst records higher odds of receiving the top overall draft pick. Sometimes a lottery surprise pops up.
Three seasons ago, the Washington Nationals hoisted the World Series trophy, but that magic has faded.
Regardless of who ultimately purchases the team, the Washington fan base longs for a fresh start.
There’s little to suggest that Wentz has been a problem in the Commanders' locker room, but with Taylor Heinicke now in the driver’s seat and the team coming off a major win against the Eagles, his role may again come under fire.