Overview
- ESPN reports Washington would have pursued Alec Pierce if he had reached free agency and pushed for Romeo Doubs before New England signed him.
- Team sources told ESPN the Commanders are unlikely to trade for Brandon Aiyuk and would consider only a one-year prove-it deal if he becomes free, even as John Lynch has signaled Aiyuk’s 49ers tenure is likely over.
- Washington has been meeting with prospects, including Oregon receiver Malik Benson and South Carolina defensive back Jalon Kilgore, as it weighs using the No. 7 pick and navigates a gap without a second-round selection.
- After a defensive overhaul that added Odafe Oweh, K'Lavon Chaisson, Charles Omenihu, Leo Chenal, Nick Cross and Amik Robertson, the club also brought in tight end Chig Okonkwo and released center Tyler Biadasz.
- Medical uncertainty surrounding veteran options such as Tyreek Hill underscores why Washington is prioritizing the draft while remaining open to cost-controlled additions.