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Commanders’ timely move ends potential rookie setback fans feared

Originally posted on Riggo's Rag | By Dean Jones | Last updated Jul 17, 2025 4:13 PM ET

All the headlines have been dominated by wide receiver Terry McLaurin's contract standoff with the Washington Commanders. However, there was another lingering issue that went completely under the radar in comparison.

Thankfully, this has been resolved successfully. And it's part of a growing trend that's going to change the NFL's landscape for years to come.

Only two second-round picks had been signed, with just a few short days remaining until training camp. This was completely unprecedented, and centered on the two guaranteed contracts given to Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger and Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins, the No. 33 and No. 34 picks, respectively.

Commanders finally signed Trey Amos to second-round rookie deal amid changing landscape

That changed things for everyone else. Second-round picks wanted fully guaranteed deals or more guaranteed money. Teams were reluctant, and a stalemate ensued throughout the summer.

Someone was going to crack eventually. That proved to be the San Francisco 49ers, who guaranteed more than $9 million of defensive lineman Alfred Collins' $10.3 million rookie deal.

Then, the floodgates opened.

The Commanders were among those holding firm with second-round pick Trey Amos. But once the measuring stick regarding guarantees was lowered somewhat, it didn't take long for something to get resolved that works for all parties.

That's great news. Amos finally penned his first professional contract, the terms were not initially disclosed by Tom Pelissero from the NFL Network. More importantly, the physically imposing cornerback will now be permitted to join up with his teammates for the start of training camp, which wouldn't have been the case otherwise.

The #Commanders have agreed to terms with second-round pick Trey Amos, per source.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) July 17, 2025

Washington couldn't afford for Amos to miss any time. They are expecting him to become a core part of the cornerback rotation immediately, especially considering the promising start he made over early workouts. Those in power believe they have a steal on their hands with the No. 61 overall pick, but missing time during the most intense stage of preparations could have been detrimental to his initial outlook.

Thankfully, once the first domino fell, it didn't take long for others to follow.

Amos can now focus fully on helping the Commanders go one better and reach the Super Bowl in 2025. Based on the rookie's exceptional performances in college and his seamless transition to the pros, he looks more than capable of imposing himself from the moment he steps onto an NFL field in a competitive setting.

Sorting the contract was the first step. Now that financial security is in place, Amos will be eager to repay the faith shown in him by the Commanders.

And he's got a tremendous chance ot achieving this objective.