10 extremely early free agents the Commanders could target in 2025
By Dean Jones
Commanders could target Tee Higgins
- Wide Receiver | Cincinnati Bengals
Speculation remains about the Washington Commanders potentially making another play for wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk in the trade market. That does seem unlikely right now, but the need for those in power to find another capable pass-catcher to go alongside Terry McLaurin might be greater in 2025.
Jahan Dotson is entering a crossroads campaign that could go either way. Luke McCaffery looks like a decent prospect, but asking him to become a focal point is unfair during the early stages of his development.
If nobody else surges forward, the Commanders have no option other than to go bold. Jayden Daniels is an exceptional talent, but he cannot do it alone.
Tee Higgins seems set to play 2024 on the franchise tag before hitting free agency next spring. The Cincinnati Bengals need to extend Ja'Marr Chase and might not have enough for the Clemson product. He'll be among the most highly coveted free agents available, which could incite a bidding war for his services.
The Commanders would be foolish not to throw their hat into the ring. Pairing him with McLaurin is a mouth-watering proposition. However, the cost will be extortionate if the wideout puts together another 1,000-yard receiving campaign in 2024.
Commanders could target Cam Robinson
- Offensive Tackle | Jacksonville Jaguars
Brandon Coleman will get a chance to become the team's starting left tackle long-term. If everything goes better than anticipated over training camp, the Commanders might throw him into the fire in Week 1 at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers over veteran Cornelius Lucas.
Neither inspires much confidence in the short term. Coleman could be a productive player over time, but one doesn't have to look far around the league for examples of first-year offensive tackles who get a rude awakening during their rookie baptism of fire.
Most analysts believe Coleman's lack of length makes him better suited to the interior. If that proves correct, the Commanders must acquire a blindside enforcer either via the 2025 NFL Draft or from the veteran free-agent pool.
Someone like Cam Robinson could be the answer. The veteran has dealt with some injury issues in recent years, but his performance levels have been largely encouraging. If the Jacksonville Jaguars aren't willing to give him the financial security he's looking for beyond 2024, there should be a host of teams looking to secure the lineman's services with another impressive year under his belt.