Rookie Beginnings and Commanders Challenges
Sam Howell embarked on his professional journey by starting 17 games in a season marked by struggles, with his team finishing with a 4-13 record. The difficult campaign prompted the organization to move in a different direction, setting the stage for his next chapter.
Transition to the Seahawks
After his tenure in Washington, Howell joined the Seattle Seahawks, where he initially took on the role of a backup behind an experienced quarterback. A subsequent trade involving the starting quarterback briefly suggested an opportunity for Howell to step into the starting role.
Competing Signals and Uncertain Future
The situation shifted once more when the Seahawks signed another quarterback, effectively closing the door on Howell’s potential to secure a starting position. Now approaching 25 and entering the final year of his rookie contract, he faces an uncertain future. The current roster decisions indicate that if the team does not plan to retain him beyond this season, he could become a trade option. This scenario underlines the broader narrative of a promising young quarterback whose career trajectory remains at a pivotal crossroads.