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The Washington Commanders are entering into a pivotal offseason for a number of reasons.
The main one, of course, is that the 2025 season was a nightmare compared to the energizing 2024 campaign, and now it's time to seek a bounce back. But the other notable reason is this -- the Commanders have more than $87 million in cap space.
That ranks third-most in the NFL, according to Over The Cap, and it means the Commanders have a lot of decisions to make. They can potentially boost their roster at a number of major positions of need.
Some things can't be fixed in free agency, like Jayden Daniels' health. They'll just need that to go better.
But even his backup QB is a need, with Marcus Mariota hitting the open market.
MORE: Check out our full NFL free agency tracker here
The Commanders have been linked to available running backs, wide receivers and tight ends as they hope to boost the offense around Daniels and Terry McLaurin.
There's plenty of space for defensive upgrades, too. And one key spot that flies under the radar: The Commanders need a center. They released Tyler Biadasz and could look to shell out big money to add a new guy in the middle of the offensive line.
We'll keep track of everything the Commanders are up to right here.
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Commanders free agency rumors, news, live updates
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WEDNESDAY
10:35 a.m.: The Commanders were one of the teams in on free agent edge rusher Trey Hendrickson before his signing with the Baltimore Ravens, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
9 a.m.: The Washington Commanders have signed former Patriots edge rusher K'Lavon Chaisson, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. It's for one year and $12 million.
8:40 a.m.: It's worth noting that the Commanders release of Marshon Lattimore can become official today, which would allow him to sign elsewhere and also impacts cap space.
6:45 a.m.: It's a big day in the NFL free agent process. No deals are actually official yet. At 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. PT) on Wednesday, contracts can become official and players can fully join their new teams. That's when teams will start making lots of announcements on social media. This is also the day many releases can become official across the league, which could create the potential for more deals.
TUESDAY
11 p.m.: One thing worth noting is that the Commanders could have more moves coming soon because certain releases don't actually process until the league year begins on Wednesday. That'll impact available players and cap room.
8:25 p.m.: A shocking Maxx Crosby cancellation of the trade with the Ravens has put him back on the Raiders, and NFC East rival Dallas could still be in play for the star pass rusher.
7:25 p.m.: Commanders have signed Leo Chanel, the linebacker from the Chiefs, to a three-year, $24.75 million deal, according to insider Jordan Schultz.
7:20 p.m.: The Commanders are seeking another pass rusher, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, and he names Patriots' K'Lavon Chaisson as a target.
5:20 p.m.: If any team wanted to get weird with a running back addition, Devonta Freeman wants to make an NFL comeback. But he's 34, so that would be quite the thing.
2:30 p.m.: The Commanders were reportedly in on Romeo Doubs, per Dianna Russini, but he signed with the Patriots for four years and $70 million.
2:05 p.m.: Deebo Samuel hasn't signed with anyone new yet. There's additional information out there about his market value that's circulating as Samuel waits, and you can read about that here.
10:45 a.m.: Something to note as the free agency tampering window continues into a second day: Things will definitely be slower today. Guys that weren't signed immediately usually weren't signed immediately for a reason. Either they really are taking their time intentionally, or they don't have the interest they want. Plenty more deals will come, but they could be stretched out over the next handful of days.
10 a.m.: The Commanders' free agent moves so far could lead to them targeting Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love with the No. 7 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
8:35 a.m.: Keep an eye on tight end for Washington today. Read here about two options still on the market.
7:35 a.m.: One player who is a free agent from the Commanders and hasn't signed anywhere yet but should have a decent market is offensive guard Chris Paul. It's not obvious whether Washington could still try to bring him back.
7 a.m.: One player to watch for the Commanders today: WR Romeo Doubs. He hasn't signed yet and has been previously linked to Washington.
6:45 a.m.: A couple key things to note as Tuesday gets underway. Free agency operates much the same way today as it did Monday. It's still the "legal tampering" period. Deals can't be made official until Wednesday. There are still a good chunk of free agents on the board, so more news should emerge throughout the day.
MONDAY
11:30 p.m.: Washington likely still needs a center as the free agent week goes on. Keep an eye on additional WR help, too.
5:00 p.m.: DT Tim Settle is back in Washington. It's a three-year, $24 million free agent contract, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.
4:15 p.m.: A big one for the Commanders: Odafe Oweh is signing to bolster the pass rush. The former Chargers edge player is getting $100 million on a four-year contract, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.
3:40 p.m.: The Commanders are bringing back Marcus Mariota. The backup QB signs a one-year contract for $7 million, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
2:20 p.m.: News that Mike Evans is leaving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to sign with the San Francisco 49ers is shocking. It also officially removes Washington from possibly ending up with Evans.
1:30 p.m.: The Commanders have a signing: Amik Robertson, the cornerback, is coming to town on a two-year contract, according to The Athletic.
12:40 p.m.: The Commanders have reached a two-year, $60.2 million contract extension with Laremy Tunsil, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
12:30 p.m.: A slow first half hour, with the highlights being Alec Pierce getting $116 million to return to the Colts, and Kenneth Walker signing with the Chiefs. Lots still to be done.
12 noon: The NFL's legal tampering period opens. Reports from insiders will come soon about agreed-upon signings. Nothing can be officially signed until Wednesday.
11:10 a.m.: One to watch for Washington: Mike Evans. Reports indicate he may leave the Buccaneers, and he'd make the perfect WR2 for the Commanders alongside Terry McLaurin.
10:45 a.m.: The official negotiating window opens at 12 noon on Monday, so that's when to start expecting rumors to start humming.
10:40 a.m.: It's worth noting that division rival Dallas has already been busy this morning with the trade for Packers pass rusher Rashan Gary. The Commanders have to deal with plenty of strong edge players in the NFC East.
10:30 a.m.: The negotiating window opens at 12 noon, and the Commanders have plenty to do.
Commanders free agent signings
- Another addition to the pass rush with K'Lavon Chaisson from the Patriots.
- The Commanders add a solid off-ball linebacker, Leo Chanel, from the Chiefs on a three-year contract.
- Tim Settle is another D-line addition, where he'll play on the interior on a three-year deal.
- Odafe Oweh is the highlight of Monday, a $100 million signing over four years from the Chargers to get after the QB.
- A smart and necessary move: The Commanders are bringing back Marcus Mariota to back up Jayden Daniels again.
- The Commanders get a new face with the signing of CB Amik Robertson to a two-year deal.
- Not a signing, per se, but the Commanders have reached a two-year contract extension with Laremy Tunsil worth $30 million per year.
Commanders free agent losses
- C Tyler Biadasz (released March 3)
- CB Marshon Lattimore (released March 6)
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