The Washington Commanders were aggressive early in the 2021 free-agency signing period. Washington signed quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick to a one-year deal and inked wide receiver Curtis Samuel and cornerback William Jackson III to three-year contracts.
The early results for these signings weren’t encouraging; however, Jackson did turn his season around in the second half before missing the final three games due to injury. Fitzpatrick attempted six passes, while Samuel caught six passes.