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Commanders will be heavily tested this offseason after latest free agency news regarding a key veteran

The Washington Commanders are heading into a key free agency period in under two weeks, and they'll have to make difficult decisions along the way. They've already extended two of their own free agents in Tress Way and Andrew Wylie, and they still have 31 pending free agents.

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Why Commanders Should Re-Sign Deebo Samuel

The Washington Commanders' decision to trade for wide receiver Deebo Samuel made a lot of sense at the time, and there's reason to believe he should stick around with the team for 2026 as well.

Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / February 25

Bobby Wagner Plans To Play In 2026

Playing his age-35 season in 2025, Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner continued to excel. The 2025 Walter Payton Man of the Year does not have a contract for next season, but he “fully intends” to play, veteran insider Jordan Schultz reports.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 25

Commanders’ latest meeting left door wide open for most polarizing prospect in 2026 NFL Draft with No. 7 overall pick

The offseason is in full swing for the Washington Commanders, and of course, everyone is looking ahead to a critical free agency period, but first, we have the NFL Scouting Combine.

Javonte Williams News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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?

The 'NFL season passing leader by team' quiz

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Frankie Luvu News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 25

Commanders Face Difficult Frankie Luvu Decision

Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu is approaching a massive season for his future. Luvu is going into his final season under contract with the Commanders and he needs to have a strong year in order to keep his career alive.

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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.

NFL News / Total Apex Sports / February 25

London Calling: Washington Commanders Heading Across the Pond For 2026 NFL Season

Pack your bags and brush up on your British slang, because the Washington Commanders are heading back to London. Again. This time, they’ll be taking their talents to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in 2026, marking their third international adventure in what’s becoming a delightfully globe-trotting franchise tradition.

Zach Ertz News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NFL's active TD-catch leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players with at least 30 touchdown receptions in their career can you name in six minutes?

Marshon Lattimore News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 25

The First Move Commanders Should Make This Offseason

The Washington Commanders are approaching the start of the offseason, and they will be a busy team to try and get back to where they were a year ago. The Commanders will need to do whatever it takes to get some cap space back, which means this is probably the end of the Marshon Lattimore era in the nation's capital.

Dan Quinn News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

Commanders Coach Dan Quinn Lays Out Washington’s Offseason Blueprint

During the NFL combine, Commanders Coach Dan Quinn discussed Washington’s offseason blueprint to ensure the upcoming 2026 season is not a repeat of 2025.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 25

Commanders' international game location revealed, and there's one obvious opponent for the matchup

The Washington Commanders are looking to get back to their winning ways in 2026 after a disappointing 5-12 season. They have plenty of work to do this offseason, but things should be trending back in the right direction with the coaching changes and a healthy Jayden Daniels.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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.

Jayden Daniels News / Last Word On Sports / February 25

Jayden Daniels’ Mom Fires Back at Coach Amid Offseason Controversy

It wouldn’t be an offseason in Washington if there wasn’t some drama of some sort. Fortunately for the Commanders organization, the players are not stirring up any trouble.

Laremy Tunsil News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 25

Why Commanders Should Sign Laremy Tunsil to Extension

Washington Commanders offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil has just completed his first season with the team, and he is having to figure out what his future will look like.

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Da'Ron Payne News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 25

Daron Payne Free Agency Will Change Commanders Offseason

The Washington Commanders have employed Daron Payne for the past eight seasons, but he may have played his final down with the team. Payne has one year left on his deal, but there is reason to believe the Commanders could move on from him in free agency this offseason.

Marshon Lattimore News / Football Analysis / February 25

Commanders Forced To Pay $3M To Dump ‘Championship Missing Piece’ In Trade Disaster

The Washington Commanders are dumping cornerback Marshon Lattimore and paying him $3 million to leave. That settlement, forced by NFL injury protection rules, reduces the team’s projected $18.5 million in cap relief to $15.5 million in actual savings.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 24

Kliff Kingsbury sabotages Washington Commanders with one final blow ahead of free agency

The Washington Commanders made drastic changes this offseason, which were much needed after a 5-12 season. Not all of them were received well at first, including moving on from offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury after a magical 2024 season with quarterback Jayden Daniels.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 24

Commanders Have Vision For Jacory Croskey-Merritt

Washington Commanders running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt had a strong rookie year, and he's hoping to build off of it in his second season. Commanders offensive coordinator David Blough spoke about Croskey-Merritt's development and what he expects from the running back in the upcoming season.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / February 24

Commanders gave clear answer to biggest offseason question, and it comes at a hefty price

This is a critical offseason for the Washington Commanders, and they're just getting started with free agency under two weeks away. General manager Adam Peters has other roster decisions he needs to handle this offseason, and some are more expensive than others.

Bobby Wagner News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 24

Commanders FA LB Bobby Wagner To Play 15th Season

According to Jordan Schultz, Commanders LB Bobby Wagner intends to play for a 15th season in 2026. Whether it will be in Washington remains to be seen, as he’s on an expiring contract.

Laremy Tunsil News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 24

Commanders ‘Very Motivated’ To Get Deal Done With LT Laremy Tunsil, No Timetable Set

Per Nicki Jhabvala, Commanders GM Adam Peters said they are “very motivated” to get a contract done with LT Laremy Tunsil, but wouldn’t set a timetable.

Jayden Daniels News / Last Word On Sports / February 24

Jayden Daniels Took a Beating in 2025. Now He’s Responding

Jayden Daniels’ physical transformation will be noticeable before the 2026 season. After speaking with ESPN’s John Keim, Daniels’ personal quarterback coach Ryan Porter, had this to say about Daniels’ plan to put on lean muscle, “Jayden’s big thing for this offseason is to put on more body armor.