5 scary Commanders narratives that could derail 2025 season

There is more hope and expectation surrounding the Washington Commanders than at any stage over the last two decades. This brings a different, yet extremely welcome, pressure for head coach Dan Quinn and his talented players. The Commanders went from a toxic pariah to the NFL's darling in the blink of an eye. Their run to the NFC Championship game resulted in eight standalone contests in 2025, five of which are on primetime. With a new venue at the RFK Stadium site agreed upon pending city council approval and the 2027 draft coming to D.C., it's a far cry from how things looked under the previous owner. A sleeping giant has awoken, and a big-market fan base was galvanized. Still, this remains a precarious situation for the Commanders with a bigger target on their back. They won't be a surprise next season. Their schedule is a lot tougher. They have no routine from week to week. These are tests that must be successfully navigated, but Quinn is confident that his squad can continue on their rapid ascent to the