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How Deebo Samuel became an instant hit in Washington
During a timeout before the Washington Commanders’ final play from scrimmage Sunday, quarterback Jayden Daniels and receiver Deebo Samuel were seen on camera passing the time by rehearsing their touchdown dance.
About a minute later, they were performing their skit in the end zone after Daniels connected with Samuel on a fourth-and-goal from the 8-yard line in Washington’s 27-10 win over the Los Angeles Chargers.
That moment highlights the strong connection Samuel and Daniels have developed. And it’s one reason why Samuel is off to such a great start in his first season with Washington following an offseason trade from San Francisco.
Samuel, who was exchanged for a 2025 fifth-round pick, leads the Co