Washington Commanders release QB Jake Fromm ahead of deadline

The Washington Commanders are reportedly cutting quarterback Jake Fromm ahead of the NFL’s roster deadline on Tuesday, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport.

Although Fromm had a strong preseason, passing for 235 yards with three touchdowns and no interceptions in the last two games, the Commanders are moving forward with Sam Howell and veteran Jacoby Brissett.

Commanders tab Howell as starter for 2023

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera announced after the second preseason game that second-year quarterback Sam Howell had earned the starting job for the 2023 season.

Howell had limited action as a rookie. He went 11-of-19 passing (57.9%) for 169 touchdowns, one touchdown and one interception. He threw his lone touchdown of the season against the Dallas Cowboys in the season finale during the 2022 campaign. The rookie also rushed for 35 yards and an additional rushing touchdown.

The Washington Commanders drafted Howell out of North Carolina with the first pick in the fifth round, which was pick No. 144 overall.

In his college career, Howell was prolific. Although his passing statistics dipped after his freshman year, he was one of the best quarterbacks in program history. He finished his collegiate career with 10,283 yards, 92 touchdowns, 23 interceptions and a 63.8% completion percentage.