Commanders WATCH: Sam Howell Finds Jahan Dotson for TD vs. Browns

Jahan Dotson and Sam Howell are putting the Washington Commanders in the lead against the Cleveland Browns.

The Washington Commanders are in the lead against the Cleveland Browns in the first half of tonight's preseason game thanks to Sam Howell and Jahan Dotson.

Howell capped off a 10-play, 80-yard drive with a 26-yard touchdown to his fellow second-year pro to take a 7-2 lead.

Here's a look at the touchdown ...

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"He's a special talent," Dotson said of Howell. "I truly believe it. I always tell people he makes every throw on the field look so easy. He makes it look effortless. His arm talent is insane and he's just getting better, he's getting smarter every single day and he's getting more comfortable with us. I feel like once he gets comfortable with everyone, the sky is the limit."

Howell's connection with Dotson will be one of the many determining-factors in if Washington's offense is going to improve from last season. Despite missing five games and inconsistent quarterback play, Dotson had a strong rookie campaign last season with 35 receptions for 523 yards and led the team with seven receiving touchdowns.

In Howell's lone start in 2022, Dotson had three catches for 72 yards in Washington's 26-6 win over the Dallas Cowboys. Howell was 11 for 19 for 169 yards, one touchdown and an interception. He also ran for 35 yards and a score.

You can only learn so much about a player from just one start, but Howell's play against Dallas and his performance throughout the offseason has garnered high praise from teammates and coaches. If Howell wins the quarterback competition and lives up to the hype from his teammates, the sky may indeed be the limit for the second-year quarterback. 

The Commanders lead 7-2 midway through the second quarter.

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