Commanders offensive line (9)
- Laremy Tunsil, Nick Allegretti, Tyler Biadasz, Andrew Wylie, Josh Conerly Jr., Brandon Coleman, Trent Scott, Nate Herbig, Tyre Phillips.
- Injured reserve: Sam Cosmi.
Adam Peters' biggest priority this offseason was improving the options around Jayden Daniels. And the general manager's first focus centered on the trenches.
The Washington Commanders pulled off a major coup by acquiring five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil via trade from the Houston Texans. He remains one of the league's best pass protectors and a crushing force against the run. His penalties weren't ideal last season, but that should be easy to rectify.
Washington also spent the No. 29 overall pick in the 2025 draft on Josh Conerly Jr. He's got the tools needed to make an instant impression. If everything goes well this summer, expect the former Oregon star to form a productive bookend tackle tandem with Tunsil.
That will involve reshuffling for others. Tyler Biadasz will start at the center spot. This leaves Brandon Coleman, Andrew Wylie, and Nick Allegretti to compete for the guard positions until Sam Cosmi returns from injury.
Trent Scott, Nate Herbig, and Tyre Phillips could fill the backup spots. But don't be surprised if the Commanders take another onto the roster just to be on the safe side.
Commanders defensive line (9)
- Daron Payne, Javon Kinlaw, Johnny Newton, Dorance Armstrong Jr., Deatrich Wise Jr., Clelin Ferrell, Eddie Goldman, Javontae Jean-Baptiste, Jacob Martin.
There were some slight tweaks to the defensive line throughout the offseason. Jonathan Allen's time with the Commanders concluded. Adam Peters filled the void with free-agent signing Javon Kinlaw, who got a contract that most perceived as a massive overpay.
Kinlaw has a big point to prove. Daron Payne and Johnny Newton will also have responsibilities on the defensive line interior. Hopefully, this trio can become a dominant force capable of holding firm against the run and generating pressure when required.
From a pass-rushing standpoint, the Commanders lack explosiveness. Dorance Armstrong Jr. is the best option, but he only mustered a 14 percent pass-rush win rate last season. Deatrich Wise Jr. will help, but he's seen more as a run-stopping specialist.
The likes of Clelin Ferrell, Jacob Martin, Javontae Jean-Baptiste, and Eddie Goldman could make it. However, don't rule out players such as Jayln Holmes and Sheldon Day either.
Commanders linebackers (5)
- Bobby Wagner, Frankie Luvu, Jordan Magee, Kain Medrano, Nick Bellore.
It was no surprise to see Bobby Wagner get extended this offseason. The perennial All-Pro linebacker was one of the driving forces behind Washington's culture shift in 2024. His high-level production on the field and supreme standards away from the gridiron were strong examples for others to follow. He quickly became an integral signing that helped flip the script.
The same goes for Frankie Luvu. His explosiveness, instincts, and ferocious sideline-to-sideline capabilities took the Commanders by storm. He earned second-team All-Pro honors as a result, becoming a franchise cornerstone piece to depend upon for years to come.
As for the linebacking backups, Jordan Magee could be more influential this season after his rookie campaign was blighted by injuries. Nick Bellore will be on the squad for special teams purposes. And the Commanders also saw something in former UCLA star Kain Medrano that could be molded into a productive NFL performer over time.