Jordan Magee - Commanders LB
The Washington Commanders made some significant changes to their linebacking corps this offseason. Leo Chenal joined the franchise after a successful stint with the Kansas City Chiefs. Adam Peters also spent the No. 7 overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft on Sonny Styles, who just looks the part in every way.
Frankie Luvu is moving back to his off-ball role, and the difference in explosiveness has been a constant source of optimism throughout training camp so far.
This is all positive, and defensive coordinator Daronte Jones' scheme is playing to their strengths. But for Jordan Magee, it seems as if a key special-teams role might be more likely than logging prominent reps on the defensive rotation.
Magee's been relatively quiet this summer. There haven't been many reports about his progress, which speaks volumes. Even Kain Medrano made an instant splash upon his return from injury with an interception on his first camp practice, so it'll be interesting to see where the Temple product goes from here.
The 2024 fifth-round pick's place on the roster isn't in any jeopardy. Magee has too much talent for that, but the Commanders have other options who are more consistent in the crunch.
That is what Magee is missing right now.
Jaden Bradley - Commanders WR
It was an impressive start from Jaden Bradley this offseason. The undrafted rookie wide receiver seized his opportunities throughout OTAs and minicamp, which led some to speculate whether he could force his way onto the 53-man roster.
Then, everything changed.
Bradley has been practically anonymous when the stakes got raised at training camp. He's been nowhere near the first-string offense, which is to be expected. However, the signing of four-time Pro Bowl pass-catcher Stefon Diggs instantly changed everything.
After months of speculation, the Commanders finally signed Diggs to a one-year deal that could be worth up to $12 million. It's the homecoming he was waiting for, and everyone else now moves further down the pecking order.
Even if the Commanders do take through seven wide receivers, it's starting to look like Bradley won't be one of them. It was always going to be a long shot, but the imposing performances over Washington's early offseason program just haven't been built upon as yet.
That could change when Washington's preseason slate begins, and Bradley won't give up without a fight. But if he doesn't quite do enough to make the cut, the Commanders could always bring him back onto the practice squad to continue his development.
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