The Washington Commanders wanted Taylor Heinicke back to compete with and push Sam Howell at quarterback in 2023. However, Washington had a number in mind for Heinicke and wasn’t going to exceed that number.
While Heinicke wanted to remain in Washington, he understood the time was now to see what he could receive on the open market. It was a wise decision by Heinicke, who received a two-year contract worth up to $20 million from the Atlanta Falcons.
