Dropping in to drop a prediction. I think Jacoby Brissett has a really good, maybe 50/50, chance of starting this season.
Bieniemy and Rivera both need to do well this season. If the Commanders don't beat the Cardinals, 0-4 or 0-5 is a real possibility, and that almost certainly gets Ron fired and leave Bieniemy with no chance of turning next season into a head coaching job or a good OC role.
I think it is a safe assumption Brissett is better than Howell on day one. He was "fine" last year. I can see them convincing themselves Brissett is their day on ebest bet and they can turn him to Geno Smith. That his experience combined with good skill position talent is a safer bet than Howell.
I am not saying all that is right, but I can see it happening. Just calling a shot because why not.
