While Washington commanders We're having a bad season in 2025, and it was a career year for left guard Chris Paul. A seventh-round pick out of Tulsa in 2022, Paul was barely thought of when new GM Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn took over in 2024.
But while Paul didn't earn the starting job in 2024, he took advantage of his opportunities, earning the trust of his new coaches. And after impressive fees, Commanders inserted Paul as the new starting left guard in week three. He has remained there ever since, with Washington coaches repeatedly praising his play.
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Paul isn't the only member of his family with a 2025 banner: Patrick Paul, Chris' younger brother by three years, is in his second season in the NFL. Patrick, a second-round draft pick out of Houston in 2024, played all 17 games as the team's rookie. Miami Dolphins last season. He started three games, but Paul became Miami's starting left tackle this season and quickly developed into one of the best young offensive tackles in the NFL.
The Paul brothers will reunite as rivals on Sunday. Even though they won't be on the field together, it will be a special moment for them.
The Commanders and Dolphins play in Madrid this week. This is the first NFL game in Madrid. This allowed the two brothers to spend some time together before Week 11, something they weren't able to do this year.
In terms of records, it was a tough year for Washington and Miami. Both are 3-7 heading into Sunday and need a win. But for these two brothers, this year was unforgettable. This also comes at the perfect time for Chris. His rookie contract expires after the season. He will get a big promotion. He has proven to be a capable starter and will be just 27 when free agency begins in March.
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Ideally, commanders lock it down. However, if they don't, perhaps he can reunite with his brother in 2026.
This article originally appeared on Commanders Wire: Washington Commanders: Chris Paul to face his brother in Week 11
