Let’s face it: 2025 was a disaster of a season for the Washington Commanders. Injuries flooded their roster, but they also exposed their lack of developing young talent outside of injured quarterback Jayden Daniels. They have a serious chance in the 2026 NFL Draft to give their roster a much-needed youth infusion.
However, Arvell Reese is worth an exception. The 6’4″, 243-pounder is a physical specimen with elite size and length for an off-ball defender, which he pairs with impressive speed and ideal physicality. His play strength, long arms, and craftiness as a blitzing defender even have some projecting him as an edge rusher in the NFL.
Round 3: Zachariah Branch, WR, Georgia
Through two seasons at USC before his transfer to Georgia, Zachariah Branch has been one of the most dynamic receivers in football. He’s undersized but thrives in space with elite athleticism and ball-carrier vision that shines when he returns kicks and punts.
Round 5: Eli Raridon, TE, Notre Dame
Round 6: DJ Campbell, OG, Texas
Round 6: Charles Demmings, CB, Stephen F. Austin
Round 7: Vinny Anthony II, WR, Wisconsin