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Commanders 7-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft: Washington makes controversial selection to build around Jayden Daniels

The NFL offseason is full steam ahead, with free agency a week away, and then the focus turns to the 2026 NFL Draft. The Washington Commanders are expected to be active in free agency, which bodes well for their roster and for the fact that they have only six draft picks.

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Commanders Torch $8.1M To Dump Pro Bowl Center Despite $80M Cap Space

The Commanders cut their starting center, Tyler Biadasz, on Thursday morning before most fans even knew about it. He had started every game he played over two seasons.

Washington Commanders News / Gridiron Heroics / March 1

Washington Commanders: 23-Game Starter Dubbed Sleeper Free Agent

The Washington Commanders currently have three offensive line positions set for next season: Laremy Tunsil at left tackle, Sam Cosmi at right guard, and Josh Conerly Jr.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / March 1

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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Marcus Mariota News / Washington Commanders on SI / March 1

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?

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

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.

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 announce major coaching hire with proven track record to fix Washington's biggest weakness

The Washington Commanders have finalized their coaching staff after a complete overhaul this offseason, with the last position coaching vacancy filled.

David Blough News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 27

Promoting David Raih Proves Commanders Are All-In on Supporting Blough

The Washington Commanders didn’t waste time finding their new pass game coordinator and are promoting tight ends coach David Raih (pronounced rye) to the position.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

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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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.

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.

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.

Dan Quinn News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 25