Washington Commanders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Commanders Dealt Unfortunate Deebo Samuel Update on Monday

The Washington Commanders got what they needed from Deebo Samuel last season. Whether they bring him back is a different question entirely. Washington sent a fifth-round pick to the San Francisco 49ers to land Samuel, and he delivered as the team's top receiving option in 2025.

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Commanders Make $18.5 Million Decision Before NFL Free Agency

The Marshon Lattimore-Washington Commanders experiment is coming to an end. According to ESPN NFL reporter Adam Schefter, the Commanders have informed the former Pro Bowl cornerback they will be moving on from him.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 2

Commanders’ 7-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator after NFL Combine

The Washington Commanders are positioning their roster, and speculation is running wild about their first pick in the draft. But here is what the Pro Football Focus draft simulator put together for the Commanders’ 2026 NFL Draft in a seven-round mock after the NFL Combine.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / March 2

Dolphins Emerge as Logical Threat to Sign Commanders Guard Chris Paul

The Washington Commanders inserted guard Chris Paul into the starting lineup in Week 3, and he never gave the job back. After never hitting the 500 snap mark in his NFL career in a single season, Paul played nearly 1,000 in 2025, and because of it he might have played his last in burgundy and gold.

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How many of the NFL quarterbacks to pass and run for a TD in at least 20 games in their NFL career can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / March 2

Commanders To Release CB Marshon Lattimore

To no surprise, Marshon Lattimore will not return to the Commanders in 2026. The veteran cornerback is set to reach free agency early. Lattimore will be released, the expectation of which was first reported by CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / March 2

Adam Peters Secures Offensive Line Depth With Nick Allegretti Extension

The Washington Commanders started the week focusing on one of the most important areas of their roster. As offseason moves start to emerge, the franchise made sure to lock in guard Nick Allegretti on a new two-year deal that will run through the 2026 NFL season.

Marshon Lattimore News / Gridiron Heroics / March 2

Washington Commanders Expected to Release Veteran Cornerback Marshon Lattimore This Offseason

The Washington Commanders are moving toward releasing cornerback Marshon Lattimore, the four-time Pro Bowler they acquired from the New Orleans Saints at the 2024 trade deadline.

Marshon Lattimore News / Yardbarker / March 2

Commanders to release veteran CB, free $18.5 million in cap space

Commanders to release veteran cornerback, free $18.5 million in cap space

He is currently recovering from a torn ACL he suffered last season and will finish his time in Washington appearing in just 11 games.

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Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / March 2

Washington Commanders are expected to make an inevitable move to recoup from disastrous mistake

The Washington Commanders are days away from kicking off their NFL free agency plans, and they'll need to be active. After a very conservative approach last offseason, all eyes are on general manager Adam Peters to add talent this offseason and make upgrades around the roster.

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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.

Marshon Lattimore News / Field Level Media / March 2

Report: Commanders expected to release CB Marshon Lattimore

The Commanders are set to release cornerback Marshon Lattimore after 1 1/2 seasons with the team, according to a CBS Sports report. Lattimore, a four-time Pro Bowler and the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2017, is entering the final year of a five-year, $97.6 million extension he signed with New Orleans in 2021.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 2

Washington Commanders just made sure the Chiefs can't reunite with two players in free agency who helped them win Super Bowls in the past

The Kansas City Chiefs occasionally bring back coaches and players who helped them during the dynasty. Now, there are two players they can’t do that for; they likely would have liked to bring back for depth, maybe even starting positions.

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Marshon Lattimore News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 2

Commanders Expected To Release CB Marshon Lattimore

CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz reports the Commanders are expected to release CB Marshon Lattimore. Per Over The Cap, Washington will save $18.5 million in 2026 cap space with $0 in dead money by releasing Lattimore.

Nick Allegretti News / Pro Football Rumors / March 2

Commanders To Extend G Nick Allegretti

Monday continues to be busy with respect to offensive line news around the NFL. The Commanders are among the teams making a move on that front. Guard Nick Allegretti has agreed to a new two-year deal with Washington, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Jayden Daniels News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 2

Commanders give new contract to Jayden Daniels protector who won 3 Super Bowls with KC

The Washington Commanders opened up the starting center position on their depth chart when they released Tyler Biadasz last week, but they may have already plugged in that hole.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / March 2

Washington Commanders Rank Impressively High in NFLPA Report Cards

The Washington Commanders' season in 2025 didn't go according to plan, with injuries and lack of production having a major impact. While the on-field product didn't net what they were hoping for, the off-field aspects of the team have become one of the best in the NFL.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / March 2

Commanders make salary cap move before NFL free agency that also heals a recent self-inflicted wound

The Washington Commanders are prepared to go all-in this offseason, and they have the resources to do so in free agency. There's one major hurdle to clear with 31 pending free agents, and it didn't help that they just released their starting center, Tyler Biadasz.

Nick Allegretti News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 2

Commanders Re-Signed OL Nick Allegretti For Two Years

According to Tom Pelissero, the Commanders and OL Nick Allegretti have agreed to a new two-year contract. He had one year remaining on his current deal.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / March 2

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.

Washington Commanders News / Football Analysis / March 2

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.

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.