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Wishful thinking mock draft gives Commanders two first-round picks
TL;DR
The Washington Commanders are considering their options for the 2026 NFL Draft, potentially aiming for multiple first-round picks. General manager Adam Peters hinted they might stay at No. 7 instead of trading down.
Key points
- Washington Commanders considering 2026 NFL Draft strategy
- General manager Adam Peters hints at staying at No. 7
- Potential for trading down to acquire more picks
- Lack of second and fourth-round picks influences decisions
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What would be the ideal scenario for the Washington Commanders in the 2026 NFL Draft? Of course, coming away with multiple starters or a superstar player is always the most ideal situation. But without picks in the second and fourth rounds, Washington could look to add multiple picks by trading down in the first round.
General manager Adam Peters appeared to throw a bit of cold water on moving down in his pre-draft press conference last week. Peters didn't rule it out, but instead said he felt that the Commanders would more likely stay at No. 7 and pick.
Was Peters playing mind games? Or was he simply being honest, liking Washington's chances of landing a true difference-maker?
Maybe Peters is simply saying, "if you want our pick, but you better be prepared to blow us away."
That's quite possible. But what type of offer would that be?
In a new mock draft for CBS Sports, Carter Bahns provided a too-good-to-be-true scenario for Washington. In his mock, Bahns has the Commanders trading down to No. 12, with division rival Dallas, and also adding the No. 20 overall pick. That means Washington would have the No. 12 and 20 picks in the first round.
With the No. 12 pick, Bahns sends USC wide receiver Makai Lemon to the Commanders.
If Jayden Daniels is to find success in what the Commanders hope is a healthier 2026 season, the front office has to give him more weapons. Terry McLaurin is back as the bona fide No. 1 receiver, but the rest of the cupboard is quite bare. Adding the 2025 Biletnikoff Award winner to the group is about as exciting of a move as the Commanders could make with their first of two first-round picks (which they acquired from the Cowboys in our mock trade).
Q&A
What are the Washington Commanders' draft plans for 2026?
The Commanders are exploring options to acquire multiple picks, but may also choose to stay at No. 7.
Who is the general manager of the Washington Commanders?
Adam Peters is the general manager of the Washington Commanders.
Why might the Commanders trade down in the draft?
Trading down could allow the Commanders to gain additional picks, especially since they lack second and fourth-round selections.
What did Adam Peters say about trading down in the draft?
Adam Peters did not rule out trading down but suggested that the Commanders might prefer to stay at their current pick.
