The 2026 NFL Draft begins tomorrow at 8 p.m. ET in Pittsburgh, PA, with the Washington Commanders holding the No. 7 overall pick. The team has six total picks but is open to trade offers to gain more selections.
Key points
2026 NFL Draft starts tomorrow at 8 p.m. ET
Washington Commanders hold the No. 7 overall pick
Team has six total picks in the draft
Commanders are open to trade offers for more picks
Team experienced a disappointing 5-12 season
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Sep 13, 2025; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders defensive back Romello Height (9) signals in the first half against the Oregon State Beavers at Jones AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images | Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images
Sep 13, 2025; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders defensive back Romello Height (9) signals in the first half against the Oregon State Beavers at Jones AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images | Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images
The 2026 NFL draft starts tomorrow night at 8 p.m ET, and will be broadcast live from Pittsburgh, PA. Scouts, coaches, and executives have spent years studying the prospects who will hear their names called this weekend. After their final college season, there were all-star games, the Combine, pro days, private workouts, and Top 30 visits for teams to gather more information on hundreds of players.
The Washington Commanders were 5-12 last season, a massive letdown from Year 1 of the new regime, and a catalyst for multiple coaching and roster changes this offseason. GM Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn now enter their third year together, and they still have a lot of work to do to build a consistent, winning franchise.
The Washington Commanders have the No. 7 overall pick, but only hold two picks within the top 100. They now have six picks total in this year’s draft, missing 2nd- and 4th-round picks from the Laremy Tunsil trade. Washington got a sixth-round pick back from trading RB Brian Robinson to the 49ers. Adam Peters indicated that the team will listen to trade down offers to gain more picks in this year’s draft, but he expects to stick and pick at his original position.
Below is a list of the draft prospects that Washington has met with and will be updated with the final Pro Days, private workouts, and local pro day players.
Washington Commanders 2026 NFL Draft Picks
Q&A
What time does the 2026 NFL Draft start?
The 2026 NFL Draft starts tomorrow at 8 p.m. ET.
How many picks do the Washington Commanders have in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Washington Commanders have six picks in the 2026 NFL Draft.
What is the Washington Commanders' overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Washington Commanders hold the No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Are the Washington Commanders considering trading their draft pick?
Yes, the Washington Commanders are open to trade offers to gain more picks but expect to stick with their original position.
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