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NFL draft analyst names one player for Commanders to avoid
TL;DR
With the 2026 NFL Draft approaching, analysts suggest the Washington Commanders should avoid a specific player due to scheme fit issues. They hold the No. 7 overall pick, making their selection critical.
Key points
- 2026 NFL Draft is in three days
- Washington Commanders hold the No. 7 overall pick
- Draft class is unpredictable with only one top-10 quarterback
- Analysts suggest avoiding a specific player based on fit
- Non-premium positions have elite talents available
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The 2026 NFL Draft is only three days away, and for the Washington Commanders, it can't come soon enough. Washington holds the No. 7 overall pick, which has them in position to land an impact player, regardless of what happens with the first six picks.
Usually, teams picking in the top 10 have a sense of what players will be available. It's different this year. The Commanders have been linked to numerous players due to the unpredictable nature of this class. It's not necessarily a strong class at the top; much of that is due to only having one quarterback prospect in the top 10.
That doesn't mean there aren't elite talents in this draft. There are. Most just happen to play what are considered non-premium positions, such as running back (Jeremiyah Love), off-ball linebacker (Sonny Styles) and safety (Caleb Downs). Premium positions such as wide receiver are considered deep, but lack game-changing talents at the top.
This leads us to a recent story from Alex Ballentine of Bleacher Report, highlighting one prospect every team should avoid. In this exercise, Ballentine cautions readers that this doesn't mean the prospect isn't good, but instead, "doesn't make sense" based on schemes, situations, and other factors.
For the Commanders, Ballentine says Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate is the player they should avoid.
Surrounding Jayden Daniels with more firepower is a noble draft objective for the Commanders. Pairing former Ohio State receiver Terry McLaurin with fellow Buckeye Carnell Tate would even check that box.
Q&A
Which player should the Washington Commanders avoid in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The specific player to avoid has been highlighted by NFL draft analysts, emphasizing concerns about scheme fit.
What is the significance of the Commanders' No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Holding the No. 7 overall pick allows the Commanders to potentially select an impact player, crucial for their team’s future.
Why is the 2026 NFL Draft considered unpredictable for the Commanders?
The draft class is seen as unpredictable due to a lack of top-tier quarterback prospects and varying player availability.
What positions are considered non-premium in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Positions like running back, off-ball linebacker, and safety are categorized as non-premium, despite having elite talents.
