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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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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.

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The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

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?

The 'NFL RB receiving-leaders' quiz

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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.

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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 / 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.

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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 / 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.

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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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 / Washington Commanders on SI / February 28

3-Round Commanders Mock Draft: Speed and Violence in the Early Rounds

Plenty of mock drafts will drop about who the Washington Commanders should take after the NFL Scouting Combine, but why wait? With two days of drills complete, plenty of players the Commanders could target in April have already completed their workouts.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 28

How Jacory Croskey-Merritt Earned RB2 Fantasy Potential for 2026

While the Washington Commanders are preparing for the NFL Draft, fantasy sports players are preparing for drafts of their own. Football has become a year-round

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.