WASHINGTON COMMANDERS

Former Washington general manager, who died this week at age 86, wasn't afraid to be different, and that made him better.

Based on the roster, as well as observations Tuesday, here are four positions the Commanders will look at hardest during the Senior Bowl.

The teen pleaded guilty in the October killing of Andre Robertson, 15, and the August shooting and wounding of Commanders running back Brian Robinson, Jr.

The move will leave Washington’s defense without one of its top assistants going into an offseason already filled with uncertainty.

As Washington continues its interview process, uncertainty in a few vital areas could be a deterrent for potential candidates.

Ron Rivera’s fourth offseason with Washington might be his most challenging. He faces the possibility of a sale and lacks a definitive answer at quarterback.

The Commanders need a new offensive coordinator after Scott Turner was fired, and the expected change in ownership could complicate the hiring process.

Washington is telling candidates for its offensive coordinator position that Sam Howell is likely to be the starting quarterback.

The 17-year-old pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon and carrying pistol without a license in the shooting of Brian Robinson Jr.

Four other Washington players — Jonathan Allen, Daron Payne, Tress Way and Kam Curl — earned votes, but were not named all-pro by the Associated Press.

The modern NFL is built around the pass. Why do the Washington Commanders say they want to build around the run?

The Commanders fired Turner on Tuesday after a disappointing season-long performance by the offense.

For some players, locker-room clean-out day may have been their last with the Commanders.

Commanders rookie Sam Howell joined Tim Tebow, Matt Ryan and Kordell Stewart among NFL quarterbacks to throw a touchdown pass on their first career attempt.

In the Commanders' 26-6, season-ending victory over the Dallas Cowboys, Howell showed promise and inexperience.

Dallas took a beating, Sonny Jurgensen saw his number retired, and Washington finished 8-8-1 with a 26-6 victory in Week 18.

When it comes to the potential sale of the Commanders, we've reached that most dangerous emotion in sports: Hope.

The Commanders closed the regular season with a home win over the Cowboys, finishing 8-8-1. Significant questions loom in the offseason.