Washington Commanders: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / March 5

Commanders are banking on potential with contract extension for young, intriguing free agent to fix glaring need

The Washington Commanders are ready to swing big this offseason, and their biggest focus should be on the defense and finally solidifying the EDGE position.

Drake Jackson News / Pro Football Rumors / March 5

Commanders To Re-Sign DE Drake Jackson

Drake Jackson managed to return to NFL action late in the 2025 season as a member of the Commanders. His time in Washington will continue. Jackson has agreed to a new one-year deal, as first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

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Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / March 5

Commanders make extensions to solidify key depth before they bring in new talent during NFL free agency period

The Washington Commanders are poised to be active during free agency next week, but they had to adjust their own roster before adding to it. We've already seen notable moves, like releasing Marshon Lattimore and Tyler Biadasz, to help free up more salary cap space and prepare for upgrades.

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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.

Shy Tuttle News / Pro Football Rumors / March 5

Commanders Re-Sign DE Deatrich Wise, DT Shy Tuttle

The Commanders added two veterans in the defensive trenches last year but barely saw use out of either of them. Well, both defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. and defensive tackle Shy Tuttle will get another chance in Washington as the Commanders have re-signed both players to one-year deals for the 2026 NFL season, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4

Commanders Signing DL Deatrich Wise To One-Year Extension

The Washington Commanders have reached an agreement with DL Deatrich Wise on a one-year contract extension, according to Adam Schefter. Wise suffered a season-ending quad injury in 2025 that limited him to two games in Washington.

Shy Tuttle News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4

Commanders Signing DT Shy Tuttle To One-Year Extension

The Washington Commanders and DT Shy Tuttle have reached an agreement on a one-year extension that will keep him off of the open market, according to Adam Schefter.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / March 4

Commanders can steal headlining free agent to rebuild aging position group after team shockingly fumbles his contract talks

The Washington Commanders made multiple moves to free up more salary cap space with NFL free agency just days away, and now they need to spend it. They'll have their sights on the top options next week, and they need to focus on improving the roster around QB Jayden Daniels.

Adam Peters News / Washington Commanders on SI / March 4

How Adam Peters Can Use $80 Million in Cap Space to Rebuild the Commanders

I expect the Washington Commanders to spend a good amount of money once free agency kicks off on Monday, and I’m not alone. In fact, the Commanders have been tagged as a team many expect ‘fireworks’ from, or ‘splash moves,’ and in the case of NFL.com’s Jeffri Chadiha, they are not only a team that could do this, but must.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / March 4

NFL insider names Commanders as top team to watch for All-Pro WR hitting the NFL free agency market

The Washington Commanders are ready to make a splash this offseason with the NFL free agency period just days away. The legal tamper window opens on Monday, March 9th, and teams are allowed to work on deals with pending free agents.

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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.

Jalen Nailor News / Washington Commanders on SI / March 4

Daronte Jones Intel Links Commanders to Vikings Free Agent Jalen Nailor

Free agency is just days away now, and the Washington Commanders are expected to be one of the most active teams on the market when it begins. With several

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / March 4

Sources clear the air regarding controversy surrounding Commanders' top NFL Draft prospect after concerning rumors

The Washington Commanders were on site for the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine days ago, where they met face-to-face with the top prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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Marshon Lattimore News / Football Analysis / March 4

$18.5M Star CB Gone After 11 Games As Commanders’ Trade Gamble Collapses

The Washington Commanders will release cornerback Marshon Lattimore before the 2026 league year, clearing $18.5M in cap room and closing a brief experiment that began with playoff ambitions in 2024.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / March 4

Reporter says Commanders will be aggressive in landing coveted position in free agency, and they'll have quality options

The Washington Commanders have been aggressive this offseason with their drastic changes to the coaching staff, and now they need to do the same to the roster.

Washington Commanders News / Last Word On Sports / March 3

Commanders Free Agency Update: Where Things Stand Right Now

This Washington Commanders Free Agency Update is not about a blockbuster signing. It is about what Washington has already done and what those moves suggest.

Washington Commanders News / Last Word On Sports / March 3

Washington Commanders Hit With $1 Million Settlement Over Sexual Misconduct Cover Up Allegations

The Washington Commanders are writing a check tied to the Dan Snyder era. Once again, another lawsuit against the Washington Commanders has been settled.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / March 3

Commanders Plan to Cut Former 4-Time Pro Bowler

NFL free agency is almost here, and teams are already making moves to position themselves to improve their roster, including the Washington Commanders.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 3

Commanders’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup after NFL Combine

There’s a lot of speculation about who the Washington Commanders will grab in the first round. One reason is that they only pick once after that until the fifth round.

Deebo Samuel News / Athlon Sports / March 2

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.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / March 2

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.