The Washington Commanders made their biggest move since changing their name to the Commanders.
It’s being reported that the Commanders have acquired Carson Wentz from the Indianapolis Colts for third-round picks in 2022 and 2023.
The 2023 third-rounder can become a second-round selection if Wentz plays 70% of Washington’s snaps. The teams also swapped second-round picks in 2022, with the Colts moving up from No. 47 overall to No. 42.
Washington will pay the full $28 million due to Wentz for the 2022 season, which includes a $5 million roster bonus coming next week.
Wentz threw for 27 touchdowns and 7 interceptions last season. The 7 interceptions was a dramatic improvement from the season before when he threw a career-high 15.
Wentz comes to Washington off of a complete collapse in Indianapolis including being eliminated from the playoffs with a loss to Jacksonville in the final week of the season.
This is the latest attempt in Washington to find a quarterback. The Commanders have tried Alex Smith, Dwyane Haskins, Taylor Heinicke, and Ryan Fitzpatrick, just to name a few.
Wentz has also had a long history of injuries and will be playing in a stadium that has a long history of injuries because of its subpar turf.
Wentz will get a chance to play against both of his former teams. He was see the Philadelphia Eagles twice and the Indianapolis Colts this upcoming season.
