But even though Paul didn’t earn a starting job in 2024, he took advantage of his opportunities and earned the trust of his new coaches. And after an impressive training camp, the Commanders inserted Paul as the new starting left guard in Week 3. He has remained there ever since, with Washington coaches repeatedly praising his performance.
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Paul isn’t the only member of his family to have a 2025 sign: Patrick Paul, Chris’s younger brother by three years, is in his second season in the NFL. Patrick, Houston’s second-round pick in 2024, appeared in all 17 games as a rookie for the Miami Dolphins last season. He started three games, but this season, Paul took over as Miami’s starting left tackle and quickly became one of the best young offensive tackles in the NFL.
On Sunday, the Paul brothers will meet as opponents. Although they won’t share the field together, it will be a special moment for them.
This week the Comandantes and the Dolphins play in Madrid. It is the first NFL game in Madrid. It 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 has been a difficult year for Washington and Miami. Both are 3-7 entering Sunday and need a win. But for these two brothers it has been an unforgettable year. It also comes at the perfect time for Chris. His rookie contract expires after the season. You will receive a big raise. He has proven himself to be a capable starter and will be just 27 years old when free agency begins in March.
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Ideally, the commanders should lock him up. 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 brother in Week 11