Commanders could sign David Njoku
The Washington Commanders have a lot of holes to fill this offseason. Fortunately for general manager Adam Peters, he'll probably have more than $100 million to spend in free agency.
That will be spent wisely, but this is no time for hesitancy. Jayden Daniels will be in Year 3 of his rookie deal and extension-eligible after 2026. That raises the stakes considerably, and not having Zach Ertz to depend upon is going to hurt unless a suitable replacement can be found.
If the Commanders decide to go down the free agency route, David Njoku is intriguing. The Cleveland Browns standout boasts the athleticism and pass-catching prowess to become a matchup nightmare. He's had some injury problems, but the first-round pick out of Miami could be a decent option if the money works for all parties.
With the Browns getting significant returns from rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr., they could deem Njoku expendable.
Commanders could draft Kenyon Sadiq
There is a cheaper way to fill the void left by Zach Ertz. The Commanders could identify a talented prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft, but that would carry more risk. Much will depend on how those in power view Ben Sinnott and Colson Yankoff. However, nothing should be off the table at this early juncture.
Arguably, the best tight end prospect coming out this year is Kenyon Sadiq. The Oregon sensation has flourished with the Ducks this season. He's explosive and dynamic, and he makes the complex look routine. He'll be a hot commodity after the pre-draft testing process, so expect to hear his name in the first round at some stage.
It's improbable that the Commanders will spend what could be a top-five pick on Sadiq. But if Peters can negotiate a trade down for more assets, that could give him the luxury to take this sort of swing.
Commanders could sign Kyle Pitts
Even though Kyle Pitts hasn't quite reached the generational talent hype coming out of Florida, there will be a queue of suitors if the Atlanta Falcons let him test the market next spring. And don't be surprised if the Commanders are among the first to make him an offer.
Pitts is athletic, experienced, and can completely take over games when in the mood. Finding the right consistency can be challenging at times. Still, linking up with quarterback Jayden Daniels would be a tempting proposition for someone with a lot of good football left.
This isn't the type of veteran Adam Peters has looked to in the past. Pitts is firmly in his prime, representing a long-term part of the plans. After how things have unfolded for Washington this season, pulling off a signing like this would represent a significant statement of intent about the future.
It's hard to gauge what Pitts' future holds in Atlanta. But make no mistake, the Commanders should be monitoring developments closely.