10 Commanders players who could be traded in a deadline fire sale

A lot can change in a year.

Just 12 months ago, the Washington Commanders formally announced themselves back among the playoff challengers by trading for veteran cornerback Marshon Lattimore. Now, reports suggest that general manager Adam Peters is looking to offload assets in a deadline fire sale.

The Commanders were expected to make a bold Super Bowl bid this season. Peters was aggressive in his recruitment heading into the campaign, so fans and everyone in the building were bullish about Washington's outlook. Unfortunately, things have not gone according to plan.

Injuries have ravaged the roster. The offensive and defensive schemes are coming under fire. The NFL's oldest roster looks slow and way past its sell-by date. Young players who were expected to thrive have regressed considerably at the worst possible time.

Dan Quinn's squad is 3-6 with the Detroit Lions up next. Looking at how competitive things are in the NFC this season, the chances of making the playoffs have long gone.

Peters must react accordingly. Time is of the essence, but here are 10 Commanders players who might be traded before the November 4 cut-off point.

Commanders players whom Adam Peters could trade in a deadline fire sale

Andrew Wylie - Commanders OL

According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Commanders are looking to trade versatile offensive lineman Andrew Wylie if a suitable offer comes in. And Ben Standig, who now covers the team independently, told sources there would be a market for the two-time Super Bowl winner.

Wylie lost his starting right tackle job to rookie Josh Conerly Jr. this season. He stepped into the breach at right guard when Nick Allegretti underperformed, but Sam Cosmi's return sent him back to the fringes. Teams are always looking for offensive line help, so there's a chance they call to see what it might take to secure the Eastern Michigan product's services.

Nick Allegretti - Commanders OL

Speaking of Nick Allegretti, Schultz also named the interior presence as someone the Commanders are actively looking to remove from the equation. He's got proven experience as a dependable backup capable of slotting in seamlessly at either guard spot, but his time as a starter in Washington did not go well.

Allegretti floundered at the left guard spot last season. He was benched after two games of the 2025 campaign. His contract, which doesn't expire until 2027, is a stumbling block, but the Commanders could afford to take on some of his salary to reach an agreement.

Whether any suitable interest arises for Allegretti remains to be seen. But it's something to monitor in the hours ahead.

Von Miller - Commanders DE/OLB

The Washington Commanders didn't do enough to bolster their pass-rush this season. Nobody can deny that now, and it's something fans were concerned about heading into the campaign.

Adam Peters was confident in the options available. Things might be different if the starting defensive end tandem of Deatrich Wise Jr. and Dorance Armstrong Jr. hadn't gotten hurt, but the depth has been exposed. And this is not what Von Miller probably envisaged when he joined the franchise.

Miller signed for one last shot at a Super Bowl. That hasn't materialized, so a situation could emerge where the Commanders ship him out to a team in need of a rotational edge rusher on a short-term rental.

Jonathan Jones - Commanders CB

Losing veteran cornerback Marshon Lattimore to a torn ACL was the latest in a series of hammer blows the Commanders are dealing with on the health front. While the four-time Pro Bowler had been inconsistent at best this season, it removes yet another experienced presence from a secondary struggling to meet even modest expectations.

That could mean Peters stands pat regarding outgoings at the corner position. If not, then it might be worth gauging interest around the league in Jonathan Jones.

The two-time Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots joined the Commanders this offseason. He's dealt with injury problems and only recently got back into the fold. Jones is a solid nickel corner, but he's expendable in Washington's current state.

Frankie Luvu - Commanders LB

The Commanders don't have many assets that could attract actual value on the trade market. It's an aging, underperforming roster, so Adam Peters is walking a tightrope in the hours before the trade deadline.

Frankie Luvu is someone who'd likely command a decent return. Trading him represents a massive risk, especially considering how the formidable linebacker earned second-team All-Pro honors last season. However, his influence has waned amid a shift in his role in 2025.

Luvu has been operating more as an edge rusher in recent weeks. Opposing offenses are also working harder to restrict his influence, which is showing up on tape. This seems unlikely compared to others, but Peters shouldn't take much off the table.

Deebo Samuel Sr. - Commanders WR

Washington's receiver room has gone through more injury problems than most. Terry McLaurin has been rarely seen this season and might not return until after the bye week. Noah Brown's on injured reserve after getting hurt in Week 2, and Luke McCaffrey's broken collarbone suffered in Week 9 also ends his campaign ahead of time.

With quarterback Jayden Daniels also set for an extended period on the sidelines after dislocating his elbow, Adam Peters needs to think quickly. According to Ben Standing, it would take a large offer for the Commanders to trade Deebo Samuel Sr., but if they aren't going to pay him next spring, getting something back in return could be considered.

Samuel's been a tremendous addition to the Commanders. Unfortunately, the team's outlook has worsened.

Daron Payne - Commanders DL

As previously mentioned, the Washington Commanders are not blessed with many players of value that Adam Peters would be willing to dispose of right now. He's removed deadwood at the correct times before, but this is the price you pay for having the NFL's oldest roster.

That brings Daron Payne under the microscope. The defensive tackle has been a legitimate bright spot amid the doom and gloom, putting together arguably his best campaign since 2022. Even so, a contract collision is upcoming that might make Peters think twice about refusing offers.

Payne has one more year remaining on his deal. He'll want to be paid in advance, and the Commanders might not be willing to meet his demands.

Zach Ertz - Commanders TE

The Commanders galvanized Zach Ertz's career when it seemed as if the tight end was going to be cast aside by the league. He proved there is plenty of life left in the tank, performing exceptionally well in 2024 en route to deserving a new deal.

Ertz is getting older and slower. He still knows how to get open and makes tough catches. But with quarterback Jayden Daniels now out, the chances of Washington generating any momentum offensively with Marcus Mariota appear remote.

If a tight-end-needy team, perhaps someone like the Green Bay Packers, needs a short-term solution to their injury problems, it's something Adam Peters should consider. That would give them time to see if Ben Sinnott can become the TE1 they envisaged before the draft.

Bobby Wagner - Commanders LB

Bobby Wagner's influence during Washington's remarkable culture shift last season cannot be overstated. The future first-ballot Pro Football Hall of Fame linebacker raised the bar and set the tone through leadership, mentoring, and on-field communication. Earning second-team All-Pro honors so late into his career was a testament to his exceptional impact.

Things have gone as well this time around. Wagner is still a force in between the tackles, but teams have figured out how to isolate him in space and exposed his dwindling athleticism. He's never been great in coverage, and it's becoming an ongoing concern.

Whether a team would be willing to part ways with a draft pick for Wagner is highly debatable. But the Commanders should be listening.

Quan Martin - Commanders S

The Commanders were expecting a breakout campaign from Quan Martin in Year 3 of his professional career. Washington made him the top dog in its safety room after letting Jeremy Chinn walk for the Las Vegas Raiders in free agency. He's not met the billing.

Martin's performances have been lackluster. His positional sense has been targeted as a weak link with great success. He's fundamentally sloppy, making several critical missed tackles that have cost his team in crucial moments. That's a bad combination showing up weekly.

Trading Martin seems a bit drastic in the grand scheme of things. However, he'll have some value, and it's also worth remembering that he is a draft pick from the previous regime.