10 extremely early free agents the Commanders could target in 2025
By Dean Jones
Adam Peters' roster regeneration was necessary and dramatic in equal measure this offseason. The Washington Commanders turned over almost half their playing personnel under the new general manager. This was just the start of his grand plans to take the franchise from also-rans into legitimate contenders.
Peters knows the hard work is just getting started. He's improved matters without jeopardizing any future financial flexibility. If the Commanders show enough progress during the first season with head coach Dan Quinn leading the charge in 2024, it wouldn't be surprising to see this once-toxic organization become an attractive destination once again.
The Commanders have $87.44 million to spend next spring with 49 players under contract according to Spotrac. This could increase further through early releases and restructures. Peters looks well-placed to be a big player in free agency if he believes Washington can take the next step into the playoff picture.
With this in mind, here are 10 extremely early free agents the Commanders could target in 2025.
Commanders could target Nate Herbig
- Offensive Line | Pittsburgh Steelers
The Washington Commanders signed Tyler Biadasz and Nick Allegretti to bolster their offensive line. Sam Cosmi is a cornerstone piece who could get a lucrative new deal in the not-too-distant future. However, no successful team stands still in pursuit of enhancing competition or improving depth.
Someone like Nate Herbig could be an option for the Commanders. He joined the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2023 and is an accomplished pass protector. He's also got the position versatility to play anywhere along the interior to further raise intrigue.
If Herbig spends time as a key rotational piece once again next season, the promise of starting involvement elsewhere would be welcome. This is something the Commanders could provide depending on how Allegretti fares following his high-profile arrival from the Kansas City Chiefs.
Herbig has proven production and experience. This also wouldn't cost the earth, which is another positive Adam Peters might identify in pursuit of some much-needed stability along the protection.