Four different Commanders mock drafts for four different scenarios (by @Tiller56)

Washington is in a unique position in the 2026 NFL draft as they sit at number seven with most of the top talent being at non-traditional positions. Running back, safety and inside linebacker boast three prospects which many grade as the top players in the draft regardless of position.

Adam Peters did a great gob filling many of the glaring team needs in free agency, leaving the Commanders in a situation where they may truly be able to take the best player available.

There are, however, three things that come into play here. First is the juggling act of premium versus non-premium talent. The second is Washington has just two picks in the top 100. Adding another pick would be a huge benefit. The final, is the team lacks true blue-chip talent. When you pick inside the top 10, getting a potential future blue-chipper is key.

Below are four different scenarios that Peters could encounter when Washington is on the clock.

For these scenarios I used Pro Football Network’s Mock Draft simulator. I selected the consensus big board and only went up through round five.

Scenario 1: Stick-and-Pick BPA regardless of position

The draft order went:

• Raiders: Mendoza
• Jets: Bain
• Cardinals: Bailey
• Titans: Reese
• Giants: Styles
• Browns: Tate

In this scenario, the Jets throw a bit of a curveball here by selecting Reuben Bain number two overall. The rest of the top six played out as many have predicted.

Scenario 2: Stay at 7 – need trumps value

The draft order went:

• Raiders: Mendoza