Another Day 1 wideout from last month’s draft is set to officially join the league. The Commanders are signing Jahan Dotson to his rookie deal (Twitter link via Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post). 
As the No. 16 pick, Dotson’s contract will be worth just over $15MM. The Penn State product had a four-year college career, which included significant production in his final two seasons. After playing behind fellow speedster KJ Hamler, he took on a larger workload in 2020. That year, he posted 884 yards and eight touchdowns despite the campaign being limited to just eight games.
With increased expectations as the Nittany Lions’ top pass-catcher, Dotson took another step forward in terms of production. He ranked third in the Big Ten in both receptions (91) and yards (1,182) and scored 13 total touchdowns. He also contributed on special teams as a punt returner. That ranked him near the top of this year’s class at the position, with many pegging him as a first round-caliber prospect.
Expected by many to be eyeing a wideout with the No. 11 pick, the Commanders traded down from that spot. They swapped with New Orleans, who gave up No. 16 to take Chris Olave. Situated at the end of a run on receivers as a result of the move, the Commanders had fewer options to choose from, but were still able to boost their passing game. Dotson will join the likes of Terry McLaurin, Curtis Samuel and Dyami Brown in their WR room, as they look to take a step forward on offense with Carson Wentz.
Nothing says excitement like ‘Carson Went is your QB1!’. Yet another lost season. Hopefully they changed the pipes so the fans don’t get pooped on again. That was a hilarious clip. Felt bad for those people, but that clip summed ups Dan’s ownership perfectly.
Don’t you mean Japan Datsun ?? Or is it Nissan??
I think this guy is going to have a long and successful career. Best hands in the draft without question. Excellent speed. A little small and slight (5’11” 178) but he plays like he’s 6’2” 220. 36” vert to boot. With coverages focused on McLaurin, he will have the opportunity to make splash plays right away….if Wentz can get him the ball.