Sep 28, 2024; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; Mississippi Rebels defensive back Trey Amos (9) reacts after breaking up a pass during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Social media reacts to Commanders drafting Trey Amos

Originally posted on Washington Commanders on SI
By Darius Hayes | Last updated Apr 26, 2025 9:00 AM ET

The Washington Commanders selected Ole Miss cornerback Trey Amos with the No. 61 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

The Commanders needed depth at cornerback at got that with selecting Amos. Last season, he had three interceptions, 13 pass deflections, and one forced fumble, according to PFF. He was named a first-team All-SEC performer in 2024.

The Commanders got the defensive player everyone wanted when they picked Amos, and pundits and fans on social media were loving the selection. Here is how social media reacted to Washington and their first selection on defense in the draft.

'Steal'

The word floating around with experts and fans was "steal." People love Amos playmaking abilities, something that should shine under head coach Dan Quinn.

The Commanders got a STEAL in Trey Amos pic.twitter.com/cTh6HxxZg0
— PFF (@PFF) April 26, 2025

Absolute STEAL for Washington! Trey Amos brings elite coverage skills and playmaking ability to the Commanders secondary. His draft position doesn't reflect his true talent - this pick will look brilliant in hindsight! #HTTC #NFLDraft2025 #DraftSteals
— Benz ⚡ (@benzi_ah) April 26, 2025

Some fans are excited for the opportunity for a much improved secondary from last year. The Commanders secondary was ranked 30th out of 32 team sin the league for the 2024 season, according to PFF. Fans are excited to see Amos among this new group including cornerback Marshon Lattimore.

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Trey Amos

NO FLY ZONE #RaiseHail pic.twitter.com/pQ7eFEUTFR
— brandon (@JayDanielsMVP) April 26, 2025

CB room is so much better than last year. Like the Trey Amos pick a lot
— Eddy Del Negro (@EDtoooFLATT) April 26, 2025

Can’t believe Trey Amos was there at 61!!! Absolute dawg!!
— (@ayoitsroman_) April 26, 2025

CB Trey Amos to the Commanders is a perfect blend of TREMENDOUS VALUE and GREAT FIT

an outstanding pick for GM Adam Peters
— Warren Sharp (@SharpFootball) April 26, 2025

According to NFL Network's Lance Zierlein, "Amos can disrupt the release and plays with good short-area movement in man coverage. "He can get a little lost at the top of the route and needs occasional safety nets over the top". "He has twitchy feet to close and sees the action clearly from zone but can be hampered by indecisiveness, despite favorable instincts. Amos uses physicality and length to shrink the 50/50 odds in his favor. He can play in multiple coverage but is most consistent in zone."

Washington fans are excited about what Amos will be able to do once he arrives in the building.