Fringe-Player Showdowns Kick Off Commanders’ Preseason vs Dolphins
Washington opens its preseason against the Miami Dolphins with most starters likely rested, creating opportunities for fringe players. The piece spotlights Kain Medrano, a second-year linebacker whose athleticism stands out but who must sharpen technique and positional sense; with Nick Bellore retired, Medrano could surface in a bigger role on special teams or earn more defensive snaps depending on his preseason showing, as GM Adam Peters scrutinizes performances ahead of final cuts.