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NFC East

Washington Commanders

0-0Power Rank#190

AI Summary

A year removed from an NFC Championship Game run, Washington cratered to 5-12 in 2025 as Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin battled injuries, prompting an offseason overhaul that includes new coordinators on both sides of the ball (David Blough on offense, Daronte Jones on defense) and a defense-focused free agency push headlined by edge rusher Odafe Oweh and No. 7 overall pick Sonny Styles. Daniels has drawn glowing camp reviews for his command of Blough's new system, but a torn triceps to left tackle Laremy Tunsil has cast a shadow over an otherwise promising camp. Oddsmakers have set Washington's win total around 7.5, reflecting real optimism about a bounce-back if Daniels stays healthy, tempered by uncertainty around two first-time coordinators and a battle-tested but injury-prone roster.

Researched by Team Research Desk · last updated August 20, 2026

Key Storylines

  • First-time coordinators David Blough (offense) and Daronte Jones (defense) are installing new systems after Kliff Kingsbury and Joe Whitt Jr. were let go
  • LT Laremy Tunsil suffered a torn triceps in camp that could sideline him for the season, a major blow to the offensive line
  • Jayden Daniels has drawn strong camp reviews and may play zero preseason snaps as Washington guards his health after his injury-shortened 2025
  • No. 2 receiver opposite Terry McLaurin remains unsettled with Deebo Samuel gone and 10 other receivers competing for the role
  • Defense retooled via free agency (Odafe Oweh, K'Lavon Chaisson, Leo Chenal, Nick Cross) and the No. 7 overall pick, Ohio State LB Sonny Styles

Injury Report

  • Laremy Tunsil · LT

    Out

    Suffered a torn triceps in training camp practice; injury could keep him out for the season.

  • Jerzhan (Johnny) Newton · DL

    Out

    Underwent surgery for a torn pectoral muscle and saw a specialist; expected to miss extended time.

  • Nick Allegretti · C

    Injured

    Projected starting center sidelined by a calf strain suffered early in camp.

  • Trey Amos · CB

    Injured

    Suffered an ankle sprain on the same leg as last year's broken fibula upon returning to practice.

  • Odafe Oweh · EDGE

    Limited

    Held out of practice with a calf injury.

  • K'Lavon Chaisson · EDGE

    Limited

    Held out of practice with a knee injury.

  • Jordan Magee · LB

    Injured

    Missed practices with a shoulder issue from the preseason game/joint practice against Miami.

  • River Cracraft · WR

    IR

    Placed on injured reserve during camp.

  • Jerome Ford · RB

    IR

    Placed on injured reserve during camp.