2 weeks Ago By Commanders Wire
For a college football player looking to play professionally, there is nothing more exciting than the NFL draft. A select few draft prospects are invited to attend the draft in person while the rest watch from home. Most of those who watch from home host draft parties, inviting family and friends who mean the most to them to come together and celebrate when their player is selected.
For newly drafted Washington Commanders offensive tackle Josh Conerly Jr., it was no different.Josh Conerly Jr's family went crazy for their guy ❤️(by @Visa) pic.
twitter.com/z38KY9ePu1— NFL (@NFL) April 25, 2025As the NFL commentary discusses Conerly's abilities, you can see the celebration taking place after the pick was announced. Conerly dons a Commanders' hat while his family, young and old, jump, clap, and cheer for their guy.
Familial support is a huge factor in any athlete's success. No one can be successful at what they do without having someone in their corner and encouraging them every step of the way. For athletes who aspire to become professionals, it's a rigorous undertaking that not everyone can handle.
Conerly clearly has the support of his family, friends, former coaches, and plenty of others in Seattle, Washington. The good news for Conerly is that in 2025, we have a multitude of ways to communicate with those we love when they're not physically close by. And he is gaining a whole new extension to his family by joining the burgundy and gold, one that will have his back every step of the way.
This article originally appeared on Commanders Wire: See it: Josh Conerly's watch party reacts to Commanders' selection.
