Phoenix superstar Kevin Durant will be sidelined for at least a week after sustaining a left ankle sprain in Sunday’s 148-109 loss to the visiting Houston Rockets. Given his current form, some speculate that the two-time NBA champion may not return for the Suns this season. Tough news, but hold on—an NFL GM has proposed an intriguing alternative for KD.
The Washington Commanders‘ new GM, Adam Peters, is straight-up crushing it, and he’s got everyone in the league talking. This Tuesday, on the “Up & Adams Show,” Kay Adams was chatting about Peters praising Kevin. It all kicked off with a simple question from Kay about Kevin Durant—like, what’s he really like? Peter jumped in with enthusiasm, saying, “Yeah, he’s awesome. he is so big, you don’t realize. I look like a Smurf next to him, but he’s awesome. He’s a great supporter. Kevin comes when he can, obviously, he’s doing great at his job, but when he’s able to come out, we practice in Arizona. When he came to a practice, I got to see him there throw the ball.” That’s cool. Hearing Peters’s words, one might believe in Durant’s NFL potential.
What other NFL related qualities does he have? Peter added, “He’s a really good athlete, too; he can run. I was surprised. But yeah, he can throw, too. It’s really hard to throw a football, and he can throw it pretty well. He can throw, yeah, he can throw like 50 yards, no warm-up; I saw it with my own two eyes at a practice. I love that.” That sounds amazing.
Significantly, Peters t͏o͏ok the Commanders from a r͏ough͏ 4͏-13 record in 2023 to the NFC C͏hampionship Ga͏me ͏in 2024—impressive, righ͏t? ͏With that, he made the Commanders a top contender in the NFL. With that much command over the sport, his opinion on Durant as an NFL player can’t be overlooked.
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Imagine Kevin Durant trading his sneakers for cleats—sounds crazy, right? But that’s up to the 36-year-old NBA player, what he chooses to do. For now, let’s shift focus to the NFL. Dan Quinn’s bold response to the skeptics of Jayden Daniels is creating a buzz.
͏Dan Quinn vs. Skeptics: The Jayden Daniels debate
Jayden D͏a͏niels had a standout 2024 season. Despite his success, the Commanders are still facing criticism, which hasn’t pleased head coach Dan Quinn. As shared by JP Finlay, Quinn had a direct response to Daniels’ critics: “If he wasn’t a dynamic runner, he’d still be an excellent quarterback.” His numbers support Quinn’s statement.
Daniels ranked second among NFL quarterbacks in rushing yards this past season, just behind the Ravens’ Lamar Jackson. However, his rushing stats shouldn’t overshadow how elite he was as a rookie. Indeed, Daniels made NFL history as he became the first rookie quarterback to complete 80% of his passes in a game with at least 25 attempts.
That statistic is seriously impressive, especially coming from a rookie. Even so, the Commanders reached the NFC Championship game, where they were defeated by the Philadelphia Eagles. Despite the loss, it was still a promising season, and Daniels has plenty of room to grow as a player.
Quinn recognizes that Daniels is more than just a runner. Throughout the 2024-25 season, he has been vocal in his support. After the Commanders selected Daniels second overall, excitement was high, and their 12-5 record and Wild Card spot proved they were a team to watch. Washington then took down the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the NFC champions, the Detroit Lions.
While it was a solid team effort, Daniels showcased his confidence. As he gears up for his second season, fans are hoping he avoids the dreaded sophomore slump. Quinn has emphasized that Daniels’ skill set extends far beyond his rushing ability. His 3,568 passing yards and 25 touchdowns were nothing short of impressive, earning him the 2024 Offensive Rookie of the Year award—outshining talents like Bo Nix and Marvin Harrison Jr. While postseason success played a role, the Commanders struggled without him.
Looking ahead to the upcoming season, things are definitely trending in the right direction. Quinn’s energetic and charismatic leadership pairs well with Daniels’s calm demeanor. The 2025-26 season will begin in just a few months, and the Commanders are ready to make serious noise. And with Daniels leading the charge, he’ll have the opportunity to refine his game and silence the critics for good.
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