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Commanders could land key offseason addition for Daronte Jones if they play waiting game on potential free agent

The Washington Commanders have many needs to address this offseason, but the defense is the biggest focal point after a historically bad season. Head coach Dan Quinn also brought in new reinforcements to the coaching staff with Daronte Jones taking over as the new defensive coordinator.

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Kevin O'Connell Connection Makes Vikings a Threat to Sign Marcus Mariota

The Minnesota Vikings need someone in their quarterback room who could help them win games and aid in the growth of young J.J. McCarthy. What does that have to do with the Washington Commanders?

Andrew Wylie News / Football Analysis / March 1

Commanders Re-Sign 2-Time Super Bowl Champion At 53% Pay Cut—He Called It ‘Win-Win’

Three years ago, Andrew Wylie started all 20 games for the Kansas City Chiefs, including the playoffs, and helped them win Super Bowl LVII. Zero sacks allowed against Philadelphia’s elite pass rush.

Washington Commanders News / Football Analysis / March 1

Re-Grading the Washington Commanders 2025 Draft

Looking back at the 2025 NFL season, the Washington Commanders were easily the most disappointing team. During the 2024 season, Washington shot to the top of the NFC in their first season under head coach Dan Quinn, reaching the NFC Championship game against the eventual Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles.

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The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 28

Commanders becoming top destination spot for top 2026 NFL Draft prospect with No. 7 overall pick

The Washington Commanders are on site for the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, where they meet face to face with top draft prospects and watch them compete in position drills.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 28

3-Round Commanders Mock Draft: Speed and Violence in the Early Rounds

Plenty of mock drafts will drop about who the Washington Commanders should take after the NFL Scouting Combine, but why wait? With two days of drills complete, plenty of players the Commanders could target in April have already completed their workouts.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 28

How Jacory Croskey-Merritt Earned RB2 Fantasy Potential for 2026

While the Washington Commanders are preparing for the NFL Draft, fantasy sports players are preparing for drafts of their own. Football has become a year-round

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 28

NFL Combine Updates: Record Speeds Emerge to Fix Commanders' Offense

The Washington Commanders like speed, and the city of Indianapolis just so happens to be known for that very thing. For the Commanders, their lack of speed was evident in 2025, especially on offense.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 28

Every Expert's Predicted Commanders First-Round Draft Pick

There are a lot of directions the Washington Commanders could go in the 2026 NFL Draft, and equally as many opinions out there about what they'll eventually do.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 27

Commanders finally found a replacement for a highly regarded coach who was poached from the team this offseason

The Washington Commanders' offseason has already been filled with many changes to the coaching staff and on the roster, with many more ahead. The offense has had the majority of the changes after David Blough took over as the new offensive coordinator, and he built a young staff around him.

Bobby Wagner News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 27

Commanders Should Brace For Bobby Wagner Leaving in Free Agency

Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner is a free agent this offseason and the team needs to figure out whether or not to bring him back into the fold.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

Tyler Biadasz News / Field Level Media / February 27

Report: Commanders cutting starting C Tyler Biadasz

The Washington Commanders are releasing starting center Tyler Biadasz, according to multiple reports. The team decided it was best to go "in a different direction" after he made 31 starts from 2024-25, per The Athletic.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 27

5 immediate replacements for Tyler Biadasz who could protect Jayden Daniels, and how much they could cost

The Washington Commanders have one of the more intriguing offseasons to watch with the most pending free agents in the NFL, and a lot of salary cap space to spend.

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Zach Ertz News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 27

Commanders Have Big Zach Ertz Decision in Free Agency

Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz is entering free agency this offseason. The Commanders need to figure out whether or not to bring Ertz back despite undergoing torn ACL surgery a few months ago.

Laremy Tunsil News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 27

Commanders GM Comments on Possible Laremy Tunsil Extension

The Washington Commanders need to do a couple of important things this offseason and one of the items on the to-do list is signing offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil to a contract extension.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 26

Commanders’ Dan Quinn among 2 coaches to earn A+ grade in leaked NFLPA report cards

These days, Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn is looking intently at draft possibilities. But his head coaching status may be tenuous entering the 2026 season.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 26

Commanders make first stunning offseason move, and it creates a massive hole this offseason with no real answer

The Washington Commanders have a lot of work to do this offseason with a critical 2026 season ahead and a lot of new changes. The coaching staff received an overhaul this offseason, and now it's time to work on the roster.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 26

Commanders release Jayden Daniels’ starting center before free agency

After two seasons with the Washington Commanders, offensive lineman Tyler Biadasz will be moving on, as he’s now on the lookout for a gig with another team.

Tyler Biadasz News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 26

Commanders Releasing C Tyler Biadasz

The Washington Commanders are releasing starting C Tyler Biadasz, according to Ian Rapoport. Biadasz’s release will save the team roughly $2,885,294 against the cap.

Zach Ertz News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 26

Commanders insider reveals scenario where Zach Ertz returns despite ACL injury

Among the many decisions the Washington Commanders have to make in the 2026 offseason, the team has to decide what it wants to do at tight end. Although incumbent starter Zach Ertz is coming off a brutal knee injury, he could still hold onto his role, ESPN’s John Keim predicts.