The Washington Commanders have added a veteran quarterback, and the move could signal the direction they're headed for the future of the position.
The Washington Commanders have added a veteran quarterback, and the move could signal the direction they're headed for the future of the position.The Commanders agreed with Marcus Mariota on a one-year contract with a base salary of $6 million that can be worth up to $10 million, according to a person familiar with the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the contract cannot be made official until the new league year opens Wednesday.
Since the free agent negotiating period opened Monday, the Commanders also agreed to bring in running back Austin Ekeler, center Tyler Biadasz, defensive lineman Dorance Armstrong, linebacker Frankie Luvu and kicker Brandon McManus. Last week, they reached an agreement with veteran tight end Zach Ertz, beginning new general manager Adam Peters' retooling effort.Ferrell, who turns 27 in May, started 17 games and had 3 1/2 sacks last season for the 49ers.
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