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[quote=skinsfan69;1380145]Running backs are a disposable position w/ high risk injury. It's just not a position I would ever invest a 1st round pick in.

McNichols and Bill are fine. Draft someone in the mid rounds and bring in a FA or two.[/quote]

I agree [B]IF[/B] they re-sign McNichols. If he signs elsewhere, they have to add at least one FA RB. That's why I hope they are pursuing White. He fits the Ekeler mould. Though ideally we need 2 more at least for depth competition in camp assuming we don't go with Love.

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Wish list today: re-sign Chris Paul. And some WR help and RB depth -- Deebo and McNichols, perhaps.

We could always use depth in various places, and we have a bunch of DL FAs that remain unsigned, some of whom would be good to bring back as depth: Goldman, and maybe Day and/or Holmes.

A bunch of guys won't be back -- I imagine Austin Ekeler, Noah Igbinoghene, Noah Brown, Bobby Wagner, Zach Etrz, Von Miller, Jonathan Jones, Trent Scott, Josh Johnson, Preston Smith, Antonio Hamilton, George Fant, Jeff Driskel, Chris Moore, Chase Edmonds, Lucas Niang, and Tyree Jackson. Of that group, Niang was hurt and didn't get a chance, and I wonder if they want to see what he's got. And I'll be sad to see Ertz, Wagner, and Ekeler go -- quality guys and great players in their prime. Hamilton also played a lot more than folks expected, and I wonder whether they keep him or Jonathan Jones as depth (I doubt it; both are up there in years and we're clearly going in a different direction).

Re: 2026 Commanders Free Agency
 

[quote=calia;1380147]Wish list today: re-sign Chris Paul. And some WR help and RB depth -- Deebo and McNichols, perhaps.

We could always use depth in various places, and we have a bunch of DL FAs that remain unsigned, some of whom would be good to bring back as depth: Goldman, and maybe Day and/or Holmes.

A bunch of guys won't be back -- I imagine Austin Ekeler, Noah Igbinoghene, Noah Brown, Bobby Wagner, Zach Etrz, Von Miller, Jonathan Jones, Trent Scott, Josh Johnson, Preston Smith, Antonio Hamilton, George Fant, Jeff Driskel, Chris Moore, Chase Edmonds, Lucas Niang, and Tyree Jackson. Of that group, Niang was hurt and didn't get a chance, and I wonder if they want to see what he's got. And I'll be sad to see Ertz, Wagner, and Ekeler go -- quality guys and great players in their prime. Hamilton also played a lot more than folks expected, and I wonder whether they keep him or Jonathan Jones as depth (I doubt it; both are up there in years and we're clearly going in a different direction).[/quote]

Of that list I'd like to see them give Igbinoghene, Niang, and Tyree Jackson 1 year prove it deals. They're still young enough to develop more, and the new coordinators may get more out of them. Happy of Paul comes back, but he did well last year so probably wants a starting job.

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Trent Scott re-signed, 1 yr deal.

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[quote=AnonEmouse;1380148]Of that list I'd like to see them give Igbinoghene, Niang, and Tyree Jackson 1 year prove it deals. They're still young enough to develop more, and the new coordinators may get more out of them. Happy of Paul comes back, but he did well last year so probably wants a starting job.[/quote]

Well, I think he'd have the starting LG job with us, as he did last year. It's possible that they'll let him walk and slot Coleman into that spot, although Paul beat him out for it last year. Paul played well, and I'd be happy for him to stay so we're looking for one OL position (center) and not two.

I am conflicted in Igbinoghene -- he's shown flashes but has also had bad lapses. Jackson is intriguing with size too (6'7", 250 lbs), and we do need to continue to develop that position, especially if they think that Sinnott has a make or break year and we don't want to have to keep going out for new guys. Niang is a blank for me -- also a huge guy (6'7", 328 lbs) but didn't sniff the field last year.

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[quote=skinsfan69;1380145]Running backs are a disposable position w/ high risk injury. It's just not a position I would ever invest a 1st round pick in.

McNichols and Bill are fine. Draft someone in the mid rounds and bring in a FA or two.[/quote]

For a special talent I’d take a first rd back, and I’d ride him into the ground and let him walk before he gets his second contract

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And there we go, we've signed White. Now we have the grand total of 2 RB's on the roster. :)

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Less of a priority to draft Love at #7

Trade back, get more picks, or go BPA.

Re: 2026 Commanders Free Agency
 

[quote=AnonEmouse;1380149]Trent Scott re-signed, 1 yr deal.[/quote]

I hope to see him do a TD dance again this year

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Less of a priority to draft Love at #7

Trade back, get more picks, or go BPA.

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[quote=MTK;1380151]For a special talent I’d take a first rd back, and I’d ride him into the ground and let him walk before he gets his second contract[/quote]

Everybody always wants the shiny new toy. If they think he's BPA and he's still there take him. I'm just not down with taking backs that high in today's league.

They could find a guy like Hemby. He is an absolute beast of a running back. Way better value taking him over Love. He can do it all... catches, runs with power, has breakaway speed, a complete back you can get in the middle or late rounds.

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Looks like it is down to Styles, Tate and Downs.

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[quote=nonniey;1380157]Looks like it is down to Styles, Tate and Downs.[/quote]

I am hoping for Downs. Someone that good on the back end of our defense would be a very nice and welcome addition. Hopefully, Amos and Sainristil will live up to their promise, and we have a good box safety in Cross, not to mention a LB that can cover TEs in Chenal. With the additions on the DL, we ought to be a lot more stout. Downs completes the D transformation, I think.

Add McNichols and Chris Paul, and then let's see who else we can add at WR. We've done a lot in 3 days, and the number of missing pieces (beyond needed depth, of course) is meaningfully starting to shrink.

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[quote=MTK;1380151]For a special talent I’d take a first rd back, and I’d ride him into the ground and let him walk before he gets his second contract[/quote]


So like the Giants then eh?

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Less of a priority to draft Love at #7

Trade back, get more picks, or go BPA.[/quote]

We say this every year and it rarely works kn the trade back, and if we are being honest if Love is there at 7, he is the BPA, and I couldn't get to the podium fast enough to say his name

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While I get that depth guys won't likely be signed until the 2nd wave of FA gets going, and even then many will wait until after the draft to fill holes, I really hope we are still pushing to get at least one WR. Not getting Peirce and/or Doubs is disappointing, and we can't get everyone we want. I guess we are waiting until the 49ers do something definitive with Aiyuk, but I would still be looking at guys like Jennings.

I'm torn on Aiyuk, but if he is 100% back to his best by seasons start (if not camp), he, Scary and Jennings, plus the rest of the room would give us real capability in the passing game, even without a dominant TE. And if Okonkwo and Sinnott come good...

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[quote=AnonEmouse;1380170]While I get that depth guys won't likely be signed until the 2nd wave of FA gets going, and even then many will wait until after the draft to fill holes, I really hope we are still pushing to get at least one WR. Not getting Peirce and/or Doubs is disappointing, and we can't get everyone we want. I guess we are waiting until the 49ers do something definitive with Aiyuk, but I would still be looking at guys like Jennings.

I'm torn on Aiyuk, but if he is 100% back to his best by seasons start (if not camp), he, Scary and Jennings, plus the rest of the room would give us real capability in the passing game, even without a dominant TE. And if Okonkwo and Sinnott come good...[/quote]

I am not sure on Jennings, I mean he's the same guy Deebo was last year in terms of age, lack of explosiveness, etc. But Deebo has amazing Run after catch numbers. So they are comparable and I think we paid Deebo 17M last year, plus a 5th rounder and it was considered a great deal. Deebo carried the WR room last year with limited deep route ability. Jennings just did the same at San fran but had lower numbers, yet more TDs. I see Jennings as a WR2 at best and Deebo as a WR3+ only because Deebo can't get separation on deep routes, although he did complete some deep passes anyways. I kinda see them both the same, with Jennings more traditional route tree guy. From a bad ass standpoint though, Deebo is actually better. So it the idea is to pay one of these guys 35M for 2years 2years which one do you take? My belief is there is a bias of greener grass and yeah Deebo is very limited in what he does, but as for value? Any big 3rd rounder can do what Jennings does, in fact, he may be replacable with a late cut, but Deebo is unique. I am not sure, but my best guess is if they can get Jennings for 17M/yr for 2 years, they will take him, but I'm sure he's looking for 3 years/50 or so is my guess. If Jennings bails, I bet they immediately sign Deebo for 15M 1 yr. There isn't anyone else out there that is much better. Thoughts?

Re: 2026 Commanders Free Agency
 

Van Jefferson and Dyami Brown on one year deals ....

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[quote=Meks;1380172]Van Jefferson and Dyami Brown on one year deals ....[/quote]

Love that they're bringing back Dyami. He and JD seemed to be having some good chemistry late in the 24 season.

I'd pass on Aiyuk. I didn't even realize that he didn't even play last year. No thanks. We don't even know if he is healthy and can run and is explosive. Way too many red flags with that guy.

Re: 2026 Commanders Free Agency
 

[quote=EARTHQUAKE2689;1380169]We say this every year and it rarely works kn the trade back, and if we are being honest if Love is there at 7, he is the BPA, and I couldn't get to the podium fast enough to say his name[/quote]

this

is always trade back but you need a partner , rarely see it happen

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[quote=Meks;1380172]Van Jefferson and Dyami Brown on one year deals ....[/quote]

Spooky. Just a couple of hours ago I checked to see if Dyami had signed with anyone else just to see if he might be a viable option. I like it.

I can see us taking Tate at 7 as well

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[QUOTE=Brummie Brave;1380175]Spooky. Just a couple of hours ago I checked to see if Dyami had signed with anyone else just to see if he might be a viable option. I like it.

I can see us taking Tate at 7 as well[/QUOTE]


If we take Tate over Downs or Styles if they’re available (or Bain), I’d be surprised.


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Jefferson and Brown really ups our WR depth. We still need a legit #2 to go with Terry but I really like those two moves.

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[quote=MTK;1380177]Jefferson and Brown really ups our WR depth. We still need a legit #2 to go with Terry but I really like those two moves.[/quote]

I am kinda meh about them. We have Jaylin Lane and Like McCaffrey too, and the numbers on Brown and Jefferson don't suggest that they're likely to be significant upgrades over them (although they're admittedly different kinds of WRs -- outside the hashes/speed guys). Obviously, after last season, we need more depth so that we don't end up signing guys off the street again, and I am all for competition for WR slots 3-6 (assuming we go with 6; Scary #1 and our #2 not yet on the team) as between these 4 and anyone else we sign. It does make me think they're going to target Aiyuk as the #2 whenever the 9ers release him.

Personally, I'd have rather have had Jennings and/or Samuel than both of these guys.

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Oh, and are we going to re-sign Chris Paul or what? I'm surprised he hasn't been signed yet (by someone).

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We just re-signed Chris Paul. Excellent. I'll shamelessly (and undeservedly) take credit since it happened minutes after my post.

Looks like the deal with Dyami Brown was for 1 year at $3M. He had a 1 year, 10$M deal with Jax least season, so quite a discount for us by waiting a year (although Jax obviously overpaid).

2026 Commanders Free Agency
 

Love the Paul signing.
Good job Calia [emoji1690][emoji1690][emoji1690]

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[quote=punch it in;1380181]Love the Paul signing.
Good job Calia [emoji1690][emoji1690][emoji1690][/quote]

I like the chris Paul signing, I'd live if they could teach him how to be a center

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[quote=punch it in;1380181]Love the Paul signing.
Good job Calia [emoji1690][emoji1690][emoji1690][/quote]

Thanks, Punch! As many of my law firm partners have observed, my real skills lie outside of the law. ; )

Seriously, very happy about this signing. It's nice recognition for a guy who clearly put int he work to get on the field and made the most of it.

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I think Brown is a stretch the field placeholder until we sign a better guy that does the same. He kinda isn't great, I have no idea who the other guy is, you'd probably do better with a udfa, who knows.

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I think we also need a placeholder tall perimeter CB until we find someone better

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Center. We need a center. Not much there in the FA market at this point.

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[quote=calia;1380186]Center. We need a center. Not much there in the FA market at this point.[/quote]

Well, with Chris Paul back at LG, that leaves Allegretti at Center OR ideally Coleman who should be starting somewhere on the line. IF Brandon Coleman can become an effective Center (he played some in college I hear) then the woes of Allegretti are gone. However, I heard Keim indicate he spoke with someone who knows line play outside the team who didn't think there was a huge dropoff from Badass to Allegretti, primarily due to leadership and asserting the right calls, of course physically he's not as good. So, having Paul back has a domino effect of flexing Brandon Coleman to Center as a new possibility. Although I bet they still draft on in say the 5th round, where they can still be found. I think I am ok with where they are at Center now. My main worry is WR2, WR3, CB2, RB1, then maybe Safety and more Edge and Kicker.
WR2 is a legit gap that MUST be resolved, the rest we can survive another year if need be

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I'm starting to think about who's out there for WR2, most of these guys have attitude concerns, including both 49ers guys. Deebo is fine though, so he should be an option. Keenan Allen is 32, but he's a big dude and can play the slot and outside. I can see a world where we sign him for a year to be our #2. I know he is not 25, but neither is anyone else worth a crap who is available. Other guys are either small slot only guys, or have some sort of legal trouble or curse guys wives on the field (jennings)
Deebo doesn't do that crap. Having a good teammate is more important than another 100 yards receiving in my opinion.

Why are all the remaining available WR head cases?

Or should I ask, why do NFL GMs not immediately sign highly talented WR who have a chip on their shoulder, to the point where they get arrested, or assault, or bad mouth, or refuse to honor contracts..I mean what the hell is up with these primandonas?
Give me Art Monk 2.0 please.
Deebo is looking better with every passing day

Re: 2026 Commanders Free Agency
 

I think AP is still keeping his options open for Deebo and Aiyuk. Given he doesn't appear to have pursued Jennings and signed Brown and Jefferson as depth competition, I think he's waiting to see what SF do and whether Deebo signs before the draft. He then has options in/after the draft if both are going to be available. I don't agree with drafting a WR at 7 as it stands, but he could get a WR2 after rd 1 and not bother with Aiyuk/Deebo. All options are in play at this point.

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[quote=calia;1380176]If we take Tate over Downs or Styles if they’re available (or Bain), I’d be surprised.


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Well yeah, its all ifs and buts isn't it depending on who is available. I'm just saying I'm now not ruling out us taking WR at 7 whereas up until FA I was adamant it was D all the way. I'm actually impressed with what they've done in FA so far, having had a bad feeling that AP was going to fuck it up.

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[quote=calia;1380180]We just re-signed Chris Paul. Excellent. I'll shamelessly (and undeservedly) take credit since it happened minutes after my post.

Looks like the deal with Dyami Brown was for 1 year at $3M. He had a 1 year, 10$M deal with Jax least season, so quite a discount for us by waiting a year (although Jax obviously overpaid).[/quote]

You just had a spooky Chris Paul moment like my Dyami Brown one. I like it a lot!

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[quote=skinsnut;1380188]Well, with Chris Paul back at LG, that leaves Allegretti at Center OR ideally Coleman who should be starting somewhere on the line. IF Brandon Coleman can become an effective Center (he played some in college I hear) then the woes of Allegretti are gone. However, I heard Keim indicate he spoke with someone who knows line play outside the team who didn't think there was a huge dropoff from Badass to Allegretti, primarily due to leadership and asserting the right calls, of course physically he's not as good. So, having Paul back has a domino effect of flexing Brandon Coleman to Center as a new possibility. Although I bet they still draft on in say the 5th round, where they can still be found. I think I am ok with where they are at Center now. My main worry is WR2, WR3, CB2, RB1, then maybe Safety and more Edge and Kicker.
WR2 is a legit gap that MUST be resolved, the rest we can survive another year if need be[/quote]

Yes I heard Keim say the same thing so it does look as though it'll be Allegrettu and Coleman battling it out for the starting job and, as you say, drafting somebody in the 5th or 6th

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[quote=AnonEmouse;1380191]I think AP is still keeping his options open for Deebo and Aiyuk. Given he doesn't appear to have pursued Jennings and signed Brown and Jefferson as depth competition, I think he's waiting to see what SF do and whether Deebo signs before the draft. He then has options in/after the draft if both are going to be available. I don't agree with drafting a WR at 7 as it stands, but he could get a WR2 after rd 1 and not bother with Aiyuk/Deebo. All options are in play at this point.[/quote]

I think in all of this we have to pay some attention to the fact that this may very well be Terry's last year. So as well as the immediate need they also need to keep an eye on the future. Does that mean they take WR at 7? I don't know. Or they could take one later, I mean Terry was a 3rd rounder but then again so was Dyami. It'll be interesting to see how this plays out.

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Washington is signing RB Jerome Ford to a one-year deal, per @RapSheet and @MikeGarafolo. The Commanders add another RB after landing Rachaad White. They entered with only Jacory Croskey-Merritt under contract and now have three.