Sam Howell has been named the Washington Commanders' starting quarterback for the 2023 NFL season. Commanders coach Ron Rivera made the announcement Friday morning.

Despite the belief that it's only a matter of time before Ron Rivera names Sam Howell the Week 1 starter, the Commanders coach isn't yet ready to make that declaration. 

With the quarterback competition brewing in Washington, Commanders head coach Ron Rivera said he was "very encouraged" by Sam Howell's preseason performance against the Cleveland Browns.

The NFL offered up a full slate of Friday night preseason games.

Sam Howell, who is competing for the Washington Commanders' starting QB job with Jacoby Brissett, said Wednesday he believes people are overlooking his chances to succeed based on his draft pedigree and lack of experience, but said he's ignoring the doubters.

How will Trey Lance stack up against the other San Francisco 49ers quarterbacks in training camp? Kevin Patra spotlights the 10 most intriguing position battles to track as teams prepare for the 2023 NFL season.

Commanders wide receiver Jahan Dotson believes Washington's quarterback situation is settled midway through June, with second-year quarterback Sam Howell set to become QB1.

Ron Rivera made waves earlier this offseason when he stated second-year passer Sam Howell would start 2023 as the Commanders' top quarterback. How he'll finish remains far from certain.

Looking ahead to the 2023 season, former NFL cornerback and current NFL Network analyst Jason McCourty identifies one person to root for on all 32 teams. Why do Dallas' Dak Prescott and Chicago's Justin Fields have his support?

Will Jimmy Garoppolo make a smooth transition back into Josh McDaniels' offense in Vegas? What might Baker Mayfield's future in Tampa look like? Kevin Patra examines 10 quarterbacks who changed teams this offseason and projects whether their production will go up or down in the 2023 NFL season.

Sam Howell suddenly has some competition at quarterback. The Commanders are expected to sign Jacoby Brissett. The QB's new deal will have a $8 million base salary with a max value of $10 million.

Marc Sessler evaluated every quarterback who started a game (including the playoffs) during the 2022 NFL season to create a complete ranking from 1 to 68. 

While the Chiefs and Eagles get ready for Super Bowl LVII, 30 other teams are already preparing for the offseason. With free agency just five weeks away, Gregg Rosenthal provides one big roster move each AFC team outside of Kansas City should make.

Nick Shook is recognizing one unsung hero from each team, with the selections ranging from surprise difference-makers to players who don't get the attention they deserve. D.J. Reed, Jerick McKinnon and Alex Highsmith are among the AFC players who get their due.

Cowboys star Dak Prescott has reached a new high in Marc Sessler's quarterback rankings. Has struggling Broncos signal-caller Russell Wilson hit bottom? See the complete Week 13 pecking order, 1-32, in this edition of the QB Index.

The Cleveland Browns officially added quarterback Deshaun Watson to the team's 53-man active roster on Monday, clearing the way for Watson to start on Sunday against the Houston Texans, his old team.

Jalen Hurts is climbing toward the top spot in Marc Sessler's QB1 rankings after leading a comeback victory over the Colts. How far does Kirk Cousins tumble after a disastrous outing against the Cowboys? See the complete pecking order entering Week 12, 1-32.

Red-hot Tua Tagovailoa is trending toward the top of Marc Sessler's QB1 rankings entering Week 11, while the explosive Justin Fields continues to fly up the board. See the full quarterback pecking order, 1-32.

Marcas Grant breaks down some NFL fantasy football sleeper picks you should consider starting in Week 10 of the 2022 NFL season.

How high does the record-breaking Justin Fields fly in Marc Sessler's QB1 rankings entering Week 10? Is Matthew Stafford no longer a top-20 quarterback? See the full pecking order, 1-32.

Browns general manager Andrew Berry met with the Cleveland media on Wednesday to discuss a number of topics, including the status of suspended quarterback Deshaun Watson.

NFL.com's Coral Smith breaks down four things to watch for when the Cincinnati Bengals visit the Cleveland Browns on "Monday Night Football."

Heading into Week 8 of the 2022 NFL season, there's a change at the very top of Marc Sessler's QB1 rankings. Meanwhile, Daniel Jones soars to great heights as Aaron Rodgers plummets to new lows. See the full pecking order, 1-32.

Fresh off their showdown in Kansas City, Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes remain at the top of Marc Sessler's QB1 rankings entering Week 7, but who's No. 1? See the full pecking order, 1-32 -- along with a haiku for each passer!

Should the Pats continue to roll with Bailey Zappe or turn back to Mac Jones? Could Mitchell Trubisky get his job back in Pittsburgh? David Carr weighs five potential QB decisions. Plus, an updated ranking of the top 15 offensive players.

Watch the Washington Commanders' top plays vs. the Cincinnati Bengals in the Preseason Week 3 game.

Watch highlights from the Preseason Week 3 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Washington Commanders.

Washington Commanders wide receiver Mitchell Tinsley's nifty spin move caps a 39-yard touchdown catch.

Watch highlights from the Preseason Week 1 game between the Washington Commanders and the Cleveland Browns.

Washington Commanders quarterback Jacoby Brissett finds open space for a 12-yard touchdown run against his former team.

Washington Commanders quarterback Jacoby Brissett completes a 32-yard pass to wide receiver Byron Pringle in tight coverage against the Cleveland Browns.

Washington Commanders wide receiver Dyami Brown makes a sideline catch against the Cleveland Browns.

NFL Media's Steve Mariucci discusses how offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy can succeed with the Washington Commanders.

"GMFB" picks which quarterback competition are you looking forward to seeing.

Check out the top mandatory minicamp storylines to watch this week.

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera explains why he firmly believes that "until we play games, it'd be unfair to make assessments" about whether Jacoby Brissett will unseat Sam Howell as the team's starting quarterback.

NFL Network's Sherree Burress says the Washington Commanders are fully committed for quarterback Sam Howell to be QB1.

NFL Network's Sherree Burruss: Washington Commanders have one 'Achilles' heel' they must patch up in draft.

Watch quarterback Jacoby Brissett's best plays from the 2022 NFL season.

Michael F. Florio, two potential QB pairings in free agency that'd be biggest for fantasy football.

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski speaks on Browns' 2023 offseason changes.

'GMFB' breaks down the best blocks from 2022 season

Next Gen Stats uses its Passing Score metric to give us the top 10 QB performers from the 2022 season.

Cleveland Browns quarterback Jacoby Brissett throws an incompletion to wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones on fourth down.

NFL Way To Play Recipient for Week 12 is to Cleveland Browns quarterback Jacoby Brissett block on Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr.

"GMFB" awards the Week 12 game ball.

Cleveland Browns quarterback Jacoby Brissett throws a 46-yard completion to wide receiver Amari Cooper.

Cleveland Browns quarterback Jacoby Brissett throws a completion to wide receiver Amari Cooper for a gain of 17 yards.

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku makes a one-handed catch for a touchdown late in the fourth quarter.

Cleveland Browns quarterback Jacoby Brissett avoids a sack and runs for a gain of 17 yards.