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Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / October 24
NFL Analyst Says It's Time for Adam Peters to Sell, Putting Daron Payne in Play
Washington spent its bye week fielding questions about Dan Quinn’s future, and The Athletic’s Daniel Popper has a different priority in mind for the building in Ashburn.
Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / October 22
Daron Payne Is the Commanders' Best Trade Chip, and Adam Peters Should Cash It In Now
Washington has 19 days, two home games and a bye week to decide what this season is. Adam Peters shouldn’t need all of that time. With Terry McLaurin out for the season and the Commanders sitting last in the NFC East, Daron Payne is the veteran the general manager should move before the Nov.
Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 17
Trade Candidate: Daron Payne
Daron Payne received the franchise tag in 2023 before signing a long-term Commanders extension. The veteran defensive tackle has spent his entire career in Washington, but that may change soon.
The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz
How many of the players responsible for the best rushing season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 15
Commanders' Next Three Games Could Put Daron Payne on the Trade Block
The NFL trade deadline is less than a month away, looming like a ticking timer counting down to the moment when middle-of-the-road teams are forced to pick a lane.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 14
1 player Commanders must trade before 2026 NFL trade deadline
The Washington Commanders are off to a rough start in the 2026 NFL season, and their upcoming game against the San Francisco 49ers could help determine the team’s direction.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 12
Commanders' Prime Trade Candidate Would Address Panthers' Huge Hole in 2026
The Carolina Panthers are a team that needs to be aggressive as the trade deadline approaches. The team is 2-2 after five weeks, and they’re in prime position to win the NFC South again.
NFL News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 7
Why Daron Payne is Emerging as a Potential 49ers Trade Target
The San Francisco 49ers' defensive line is thin, and they need to make a trade for someone. While Vita Vea is the name that is mentioned the most in connection with the 49ers, there is another strong option out there in Daron Payne of the Washington Commanders.
Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / October 7
Daron Payne's Expiring Contract Gives the 1-3 Commanders a Chance to Get Something Back in 2027
The Washington Commanders gave Daron Payne a four-year, $90 million extension in March 2023, according to Over the Cap, after an 11.5-sack 2022 season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 7
Five potential NFL trades: Change of scenery for young wideouts, 49ers go all-in and more
The NFL trade deadline is Nov. 10, and the dealing has already begun.
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 23
Daron Payne Could be Perfect Trade Target for Panthers in 2026
The Carolina Panthers have to be feeling pretty good right now. The team just picked up a conference win in dominant fashion in Week 2, and Bryce Young looks better than ever.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / July 14
One Commanders Player That Can Still Be Traded Before Week 1
The last time Daron Payne was due for a contract extension, he had an explosive 2022 campaign in which he nearly tripled his sack production from the year before.
Las Vegas Raiders News / The Raider Ramble / June 27
A Daron Payne trade has risks that Raiders GM John Spytek must weigh
Should Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek consider giving up a fourth-round pick for Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne if possible?
Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 25
Commanders To Let DT Daron Payne Play Out Contract
According to ESPN’s John Keim, the Commanders still plan to let veteran DT Daron Payne play out the 2026 season with a contract extension. Keim says the
Contract Year Countdown: Will Daron Payne Earn Another Deal in Washington?
Looking over the 2026 roster, the biggest thing that pops out is the overwhelming amount of players in their last year. Obviously, some players were recently added to the roster via free agency on one-year prove-it deals, but there are 20+ players on the roster whose futures lie no further than this season.
Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / March 22
Commanders Will Not Explore New Contract For DT Daron Payne Until After Season
At the end of February, Commanders GM Adam Peters expressed high hopes for defensive tackle Daron Payne in 2026, the last year of his current deal (via JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington).
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 25
Daron Payne Free Agency Will Change Commanders Offseason
The Washington Commanders have employed Daron Payne for the past eight seasons, but he may have played his final down with the team. Payne has one year left on his deal, but there is reason to believe the Commanders could move on from him in free agency this offseason.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / February 8
Commanders Face $16 Million Decision on Daron Payne
The Washington Commanders are having to make a decision soon in regards to defensive tackle Daron Payne's future. Payne is set to hit free agency in 2027, but the Commanders could save some money if they cut him this year.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / January 28
Commanders Trade Involving Daron Payne Could Be Inevitable
Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne may have played his last down with the team. Payne, a first-round pick from the 2018 NFL Draft, has only played for the Commanders in his career, but with one year remaining on his contract, Washington could look to move on.
Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 27
Commanders Expected To Keep DT Daron Payne In 2026
Commanders DT Daron Payne is heading into the final year of his four-year, $90 million deal in 2026 after registering a career-low 61 percent defensive snap share last season.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / November 9
Commanders' disastrous season continues with ejection of defensive leader
After a shocking run to the NFC Championship game last season, this year has been anything but the same for the Washington Commanders. Carrying a 3-6 record into Sunday against the Detroit Lions, frustrations began to boil over, especially for veteran defensive lineman Daron Payne.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / June 4, 2025
Commanders need big year from Daron Payne
Payne will be leaned upon to lead a revamped defensive line as the Commanders look to take the next step.
Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / May 26, 2025
Commanders insider puts Daron Payne on blast before career-defining season
The stakes have been raised for everyone across the Washington Commanders heading into the 2025 campaign. This is no more evident than the situation involving defensive tackle Daron Payne.
Washington Commanders News / DC Sports King / January 25, 2025
Commanders DT Daron Payne ruled out for NFC Championship Game
The Washington Commanders are in their first NFC Championship Game in 33 years. However, they’ll be without one of their defensive line cogs. The team announced Saturday that defensive tackle Daron Payne has been downgraded to out for Sunday’s championship game against the Philadelphia Eagles with a finger and knee injury.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / September 24, 2024
Jayden Daniels is for real, but are the Commanders?
What seemed like a rebuilding football season in the nation's capital suddenly became much more promising on Monday night... but let's not get carried away just yet.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / July 7, 2024
Three Commanders players who could bounce back in 2024
The Washington Commanders have three players hoping to bounce back from a disappointing 2023 season.
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