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Do Chig Okonkwo, Antonio Williams & Treylon Burks offer enough receiving help for Jayden Daniels?
Also today: Leo Chenal, Jaden Bradley, Tyler Owens, Frankie Luvu, Josh Conerly and a too-early 53-man roster projection
Chig Okonkwo
TE · WAS · 26 yrs · exp 4 · Maryland
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Tyler’s Take: My two breakout players for the 2026 Commanders
The author identifies Ben Sinnott and Johnny Newton as potential breakout players for the 2026 Commanders. Sinnott, a tight end, is expected to see increased usage and production in the new David Blough offense, leveraging his abilities after the catch. Newton, a defensive player, is highlighted for his disruptive potential based on his college performance
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Can Commanders thrive with TE Chig Okonkwo as the #2 receiving threat?
Editor’s note: Each day, Hogs Haven compiles a collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, with a sprinkling of other stuff. Enjoy! Commanders.com For the “Good Morning Football” crew, their focus is on one of the Commanders’ main offseason goals: getting the ground attack more involved in the game plan. “People have to remember that the Washington Commanders ran the ball pretty well last year,” said analyst and former offensive guard Willie Colon. “Their record was bad, but they got after it up front.” Although the Commanders’ offense regressed in 2025, largely because of the injuries to Jayden Daniels , Terry McLaurin and other key contributors, their run game remained one of the best in the league. They were fourth in yards per game, fifth in yards per attempt and eighth in rushing first downs per game. Jacory Croskey-Merritt , who paced the team with 805 rushing yards and eight touchdowns on 175 carries, led the league in success rate — a stat used by Pro Football Reference based on the ability to gain required yardage on downs — at 53.7%. To read more of this article, CLICK HERE A to Z Sports Can Rasul Douglas provide answers at cornerback? Douglas could end up being one of the bigger steals of the offseason. Trey Amos is expected to be ready for training camp but is still coming back from last year’s bad injury. Mike Sainristill and Amik Robinson are both coming off rough 2025 seasons, and there’s no starting-quality depth behind them. Douglas’ addition creates instant competition on the outside, and he can also play inside if needed. He’s got to show that his strong 2025 season can carry over into 2026 and the Commanders secondary will be in much better shape if he does just that. How long will it take the front seven to establish itself? The Commanders totally retooled the front seven, and on paper it looks pretty sick. Odafe Oweh and K’Lavonn Chaisson appear to be entering the prime of their careers and should represent an upgrade at the EDGE position. Up front, Daron Payne should be motivated in a contract year, Tim Settle has always been underrated, and Javon Kinlaw was good in Year 1 with the Commanders. At linebacker, Washington arguably has the NFL’s strongest rotation in Sonny Styles , Leo Chenal , Frankie Luvu , and Jordan Magee . This group has to be the driving force on defense and can’t slow-walk its development whatsoever. To read more of this article, CLICK HERE Heavy.com Luke Easterling of Athlon Sports …made a compelling case for why the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers back can eventually replace Croskey-Merritt. The most interesting note from Easterling’s take on White is the statement the 27-year-old left Tampa because he’s “seeking a bigger role.” It means White is unlikely to embrace the running back by committee approach the Commanders appear to have built this offseason. That makes sense after White found himself usurped with the Bucs by second-year pro Bucky Irving . White still tallied 132 rushing attempts and 40 receptions, but if he’s wanting more, that means the 6-foot, 214-pounder has his sights set on the lead-back role in Washington. Winning the job won’t be easy when there’s so much competition , but White has already made a strong start . A positive first impression only adds to White’s case to be the Commanders’ go-to back. A case boosted not just by his receiving skills, bur also by the natural vision and patience to thrive in the zone-based running schemes new offensive coordinator David Blough is likely to employ. To read more of this article, CLICK HERE Riggo’s Rag Quentin Moore – Commanders TE The Commanders are expected to utilize the tight end position more under new offensive coordinator David Blough. They also have the options needed to ensure his schematic switch goes smoothly. With Zach Ertz no longer around, the Commanders signed Chig Okonkwo to a three-ye [... truncated ...]
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Terry McLaurin a Prime Bounce-Back Candidate Entering 2026
After a high-profile contract disagreement that led to him missing most of last summer, Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin had his 2025 season derailed by quad and core injuries that caused him to miss seven games. The veteran wideout remained a productive player when healthy, recording 38 catches for 582 yards and three touchdowns on 60 targets across 10 games. McLaurin also has a long track record of being one of the most durable pass-catchers in the NFL, playing in 17 games in four consecutive seasons leading into 2025. McLaurin is now entering his age-31 campaign, which leads to some obvious concerns about age-related regression. However, he should have the benefit of a fully healthy offseason leading into 2026. McLaurin also profiles as the obvious number one option in the Commanders' passing game, and he'll have a chance to renew his chemistry with Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels after the two shared the field for just three games last season. As the WR24 by current redraft ADP, McLaurin could end up as a value selection for fantasy managers
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Treylon Burks an Intriguing Dynasty Buy-Low Candidate Ahead of 2026
A first-round pick of the Tennessee Titans in 2022, current Washington Commanders wide receiver Treylon Burks was never able to live up to his draft-day pedigree in Tennessee. However, the 26-year-old could have a second chance to establish an NFL career in Washington. After latching on with the Commanders midway through the 2025 season, Burks recorded 10 catches for 130 yards and a touchdown on 22 targets across eight games (three starts). While Burks' numbers do not leap off the page, Washington does not currently have an obvious WR2 behind star wideout Terry McLaurin. Health has been one of the main reasons why Burks has struggled as a pro, as he's missed 33 games across four seasons due to toe, knee, concussion, and collarbone issues. If he can stay on the field in 2026, Burks could establish a role in Washington going forward. Dynasty managers in deeper league formats may be wise to take a low-cost flyer on Burks
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Treylon Burks Ready to Start Fulfilling First-Round Potential?
Wide receiver Treylon Burks never could live up to his first-round potential when the Tennessee Titans took him 18th overall in 2022 out of the University of Arkansas, as he caught 53 of 92 targets for 699 yards and only one touchdown in 27 games (17 starts) in his first three years in the league. The Titans eventually released the 26-year-old, and the Washington Commanders took a flier on him as they searched for WR depth behind Terry McLaurin. Burks had only 10 catches for 130 yards and one touchdown on 22 targets in eight games (three starts) in his first year in D.C. in 2025, but there were flashes of why he was considered a first-round target. Deebo Samuel Sr. won't be back in free agency, and the Commanders are still searching for depth behind McLaurin. Might Burks be that guy? NFL.com's Nick Shook suggests that a full offseason of stability could serve Burks well as he heads into Year 2 in Washington. If the Commanders don't add a big name at WR before the start of the 2026 season, Burks might be the best bet to emerge as the WR2 behind McLaurin
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Jayden Daniels called “potential bust” heading into ‘26 season - Daily Slop
Editor’s note: Each day, Hogs Haven compiles a collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, with a sprinkling of other stuff. Enjoy! CBS Sports 8. Washington Commanders General manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn microwaved their initial roster with veterans such as Bobby Wagner , Dorance Armstrong , Austin Ekeler and others, but the team is transitioning. The defensive front was a point of emphasis as the team brought in Odafe Oweh , K’Lavon Chaisson , Leo Chenal , first-round pick Sonny Styles , fifth-round pick Joshua Josephs and others. Cornerback Amik Robertson and safety Nick Cross were good additions to the secondary. Third-round wide receiver Antonio Williams and tight end Chig Okonkwo should be immediate impact performers in the pass game. Sports Illustrated Sonny Styles, LB, Washington Commanders The Washington Commanders haven’t re-signed future Hall of Fame linebacker Bobby Wagner this offseason. They essentially replaced him by drafting Sonny Styles at No. 7 overall . If Styles is about to play the Wagner role in a Dan Quinn-coached defense, then he should be the overwhelming favorite to win Defensive Rookie of the Year. Commanders.com Key questions What does the run game look like without Kenneth Walker ? The Seahawks’ run game wasn’t a top 10 group in 2025, but it did help keep the offense moving, particularly in the second half of the season and the playoffs. They rushed for at least 100 yards in eight of their last nine regular season games and 391 total yards in the postseason. Most of their playoff success came from Walker, who rushed for 313 yards in three games, including 135 in the Super Bowl win over the New England Patriots . The performance earned him a Super Bowl MVP, and it quickly became clear that Walker was moving on in the offseason. The Seahawks appear poised to give more responsibility to Charbonnet , who led the team in rushing touchdowns, but they also want to keep a committee approach with the additions of Pierce and Wilson. Defensive teams tend to run the ball more, and that was the case with the Seahawks, who ranked fourth in total rushing attempts. However, they clearly want to get more explosive on the ground and believe the trio of Charbonnet, Pierce and Wilson can achieve that. Can the defense remain elite? The Seahawks had one of the most suffocating defenses in the league last year under head coach Mike Macdonald. Though some areas were better than others, they were solid at every level and allowed the fewest points per game in the NFL. Nick Emmanwori was a game-changer at safety, and veterans like Demarcus Lawrence and Williams helped invigorate the team’s pass-rush. There are several foundational pieces still on the roster, but like every Super Bowl team, their overall personnel will look drastically different in the upcoming season. Boye Mafe is gone, as is cornerback Riq Woolen and safety Coby Bryant . The Seahawks are banking on newcomers like Igbinoghene, Jobe and Bell to help maintain the high standards the unit set in 2025. Defensive performances don’t always carry over year to year, but the Seahawks have done enough to earn the benefit of the doubt. Bleacher Report Jayden Daniels – ADP: QB4, 66th Overall Jayden Daniels’ first two seasons have been polar opposites. The first was outstanding—over 3,500 passing yards, 25 passing scores, the second-most rushing yards among quarterbacks in the league (891) and top-five fantasy numbers. Last year, however, was far different. Daniels’ per-game passing numbers fell precipitously just about across the board and Daniels played in just seven games due to knee and elbow injuries. As SI’s Jeff Salcedo wrote , injuries aren’t the only concern with Daniels in 2026. “ Injuries don’t tell the whole story for Daniels as a sophomore slump and a new offensive coordinator may put Daniels in another potential bust sea [... truncated ...]
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TE Chig Okonkwo feels he "can finally just unleash" in Commanders offense
Tight end Chig Okonkwo signed with the Commanders after posting 162 catches for the Titans the last three seasons and he believes the move is going to be a fruitful one for him. While Okonkwo was productive in Tennessee, he’s already found “so many more opportunities I’ve had to just run different things” since joining the Commanders and thinks that the offense being put together by offensive coordinator David Blough will allow him to showcase “my true talents and abilities.” “I feel like this is the place where I can finally just unleash ,” Okonkwo said, via the team’s website. Jayden Daniels made frequent use of Zach Ertz as a target during the 2024 season, so he’s no stranger to throwing to tight ends and it sounds like the expectation in Washington will be for more of the same despite the change in play callers since the end of the 2025 campaign
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Commanders RB Rachaad White looks like “an incredible bargain”
Editor’s note: Each day, Hogs Haven compiles a collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, with a sprinkling of other stuff. Enjoy! JP Finlay A new offense and new defense means the work doesn’t stop for Washington during the NFL break Rookie WR Antonio Williams knows how to get separation. He has a chance for a real role in this offense, as does Treylon Burks . The former first-rounder just needs to stay healthy, something he’s been unable to do so far in his NFL career. Burks did tell me this year feels like a fresh start. Quinn also went out of his way to salute the strong summers for veterans Dyami Brown and Van Jefferson . Quick note on Henry – he’s wearing the 30 jersey and when he’s on the field looks a bit like Austin Ekeler . He’s my early pick for preseason leader in rush yards (which does not mean a roster spot but is a silly prediction game we play on the Beltway Football podcast). Ben Sinnott and Chig Okonkwo had strong offseasons. David Blough ’s offense is going to offer more verticality for the tight end position and expect both to be able to show their athleticism. Okonkwo will be the lead dog at the position but Sinnott might finally be able to prove why he was a Top 100 pick. Connerly looks bigger and with broader shoulders than his rookie season. Still the single moment that stood out for me came from the conclusion of minicamp practices when the entire team ran a series of short sprints. [Laremy] Tunsil – the five-time Pro Bowler going into his 11th season and with career earnings of well over $100 million – was grinding out the June sprints. Actions not words. I stood on the sideline watching practice with former Redskins RB Ricky Ervins and Commanders team president Mark Clouse . Ervins told a story about the first time he played at RFK and saw the stands bouncing and explained the scene nearly drove him to tears. He asked Clouse if the bounding seats would be re-created at the new stadium, and the team prez explained that it would for a portion of the seats. It was a cool moment of the past meeting the future, something the organization is trying to do and something the fan base desperately wants. The Athletic (paywall) The line will do a lot of zone blocking Quinn said repeatedly during these nonpadded workouts that it’s hard to get real evaluations on offensive linemen in the spring because so much of the job revolves around physicality. What we do know: The offensive line will use a primarily zone-blocking scheme reminiscent of the one Mike Shanahan employed in Washington from 2010 through 2013 — a system he perfected in Denver in the 1990s. Zone blocking in the run game is exactly as it sounds: Offensive linemen block an area rather than a man. It requires linemen to be athletic and on the move, and results in a lot of double-teams on defensive linemen. “Under-center snaps with some wide zone — with some pulling — I’ve done it before,” said Nick Allegretti , who is moving from guard to center. “But it’s gonna be a bigger part of the bulk of that offense. I’m just getting out in space.” Because there was no tackling during these workouts, any long rushing touchdown was kind of fake. But during one workout last week, Allegretti and guard Sam Cosmi celebrated a supposed score by jumping on each other because they had pulled and led a running back into the end zone some 25 yards downfield — just how Blough drew it up. Heavy.com There was a time, just 2 years ago, when running back Rachaad White saw his value skyrocket to the point he was being talked about as a player who might reset the market for his position. Before the 2024 season, after he put up over 1,500 yards of total offense in 2023, White’s value on the open market was thought to be approaching $10 million per season. Before the 2025 season, and even after losing his starting job on the Buccaneers to rookie Bucky Irving , [... truncated ...]
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Dyami Brown a Dynasty Drop Candidate in His Return to Commanders
Dyami Brown's return to the Commanders makes him a dynasty drop candidate due to the team's improved depth at wide receiver
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Jacory Croskey-Merritt expected to practice during minicamp
by Ari Koslow | Commanders Correspondent | Wed, Jun 17th 2:33am EDT Jacory Croskey-Merritt is expected to practice during mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. ( Josh Taylor on Twitter ) Fantasy Impact: Croskey-Merritt was sidelined to end voluntary OTAs. He figures to be part of a committee in the Commanders backfield heading into this season. Sounds like Bill Croskey-Merritt will be practicing at mandatory minicamp today. Wasn’t listed on DQ’s players that are out (which included Trey Amos). Gotta see how much work Bill gets the next 3 days. #Commanders Category: Injury Updates | More Jacory Croskey-Merritt : News , Rankings , Projections , Stats
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Jacory Croskey-Merritt has Best Shot to Become Commanders Lead Back?
Washington Commanders second-year running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt, who has missed some offseason work due to a soft-tissue injury, has the best chance to become the team's lead back in 2026, according to Zach Selby of Commanders.com. Croskey-Merritt, also known as Bill, has "quickness on the outside and has enough burst to run through creases at the line of scrimmage." The 25-year-old rushed for 805 yards in 2025, third in his draft class, and added eight touchdowns on 175 carries over 17 games (seven starts). JCM must still improve in pass protection, but he showed plenty of patience and decisiveness as a ball-carrier despite not being taken until the seventh round in the 2025 NFL draft. Croskey-Merritt was used sparingly as a pass-catcher as a rookie, hauling in nine passes on just 13 targets for 68 yards. Newcomer Rachaad White will most likely operate as Washington's primary pass-catching back, with Jerome Ford and Jeremy McNichols providing veteran depth. Ball security was another issue for JCM as a rookie, and if those issues resurface in Year 2, he could quickly lose touches to White, Ford, and McNichols. Fantasy managers should consider Croskey-Merritt as an RB3/4 with upside if he proves himself more in passing situations
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Commanders roster rankings: Big things expected from Chig Okonkwo who ranks No. 9
Editor’s note: We’ll count down the top 10 Commanders players on the 2026 roster regardless of position sporadically over the next few weeks. Before we get to it, here’s how we arrived at the ranking: Our Scott Bair, Scott Jennings and Mark Tyler compiled a top 13 – no ranking was identical — with points assigned to each ranking slot from all three lists. We used these point values to form a consensus top 10 ranking. We’ll write a story on each member of the top 10 and another on others receiving votes at the end. Plus, Mark will probably have a Tyler’s Take with his thoughts. You’ll surely object to some of these rankings, though debate is kind of the point with lists like this. Today we focus on No. 9: The Commanders invested heavily in their defense this offseason, but they also added a few weapons on offense for Jayden Daniels to work with. Former Titans TE Chig Okonkwo was one of Washington ’s free agent additions that is expected to play a big role on the team this season, and beyond. Chig has played at least 60% of the offensive snaps and started at least 11 games each of the last three seasons. General manager Adam Peters signed him to a three-year deal worth up to $30 million . This ranking was consistent, with everyone having Chig at the bottom of the Top 10. He joins a team that had Zach Ertz as the No. 1 tight end for the past two seasons, until he tore his ACL last year. Okonkwo is going to get a lot of targets in this offense, with John Bates , Ben Sinnott , and Colson Yankoff behind him on the depth chart. There are also question marks at wide receiver behind Terry McLaurin , and Okonkwo should benefit as a reliable target for Jayden Daniels. The Tennessee Titans took Chig Okonkwo in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL draft . He had at least 450 receiving yards in each of his four seasons in Tennessee, but he only averaged two touchdowns per season. Okonkwo has great after the catch ability, and despite his smaller size, can truck some defensive backs or make them miss in the open field. Chig moves the chains, with 90 of his 196 receptions resulting in a first down. Receiving Rushing Scrimmage 23 TEN NFL TE 17 8 46 32 450 14.1 3 22 50.0 48 1.9 26.5 69.6 9.8 3 2 0 0 0.0 6 0.7 0.1 0.2 35 12.9 452 3 0 4 24 TEN NFL TE 17 11 77 54 528 9.8 1 25 48.1 39 3.2 31.1 70.1 6.9 2 6 0 1 50.0 4 3.0 0.4 0.1 56 9.5 534 1 0 5 25 TEN NFL TE 17 11 70 52 479 9.2 2 19 55.7 70 3.1 28.2 74.3 6.8 1 17 0 1 100.0 17 17.0 1.0 0.1 53 9.4 496 2 2 4 26 TEN NFL TE 17 12 79 56 560 10.0 2 24 45.6 43 3.3 32.9 70.9 7.1 0 0 0 0 0.0 0.0 56 10.0 560 2 0 4 Provided by Pro-Football-Reference.com : View Original Table Generated 6/7/2026. The Washington Commanders hit the reset button on offense and defense after last season, moving on from both of their coordinators, along with other changes to the coaching staff. Those changes move down to the players as the coaches start to tailor the roster to their new visions for the team. David Blough took over the offense for former OC Kliff Kingsbury, and Chig Okonkwo was the first offensive free agent the Commanders signed this year. He was a player a lot of fans had zeroed in on for Washington, and was a player seen as a solid fit. Chig has already talked about the amount of space Blough’s offense gives a player like him, and he’s excited for the opportunity to work with quarterback Jayden Daniels. The Commanders obviously have big plans for Okonkwo, as they install a new offense with a new coach that they think can get them to the next level. Okonkwo should play a big part in that, with real potential to have a career year in Washington
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Don’t underestimate Daniel Bellinger’s role in Titans offense
Daniel Bellinger is poised for a significant role with the Tennessee Titans under new offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, who previously coached Bellinger with the New York Giants. Despite the excitement around Gunnar Helm, Bellinger's three-year, $24 million contract and his superior blocking ability suggest he will share snaps and contribute meaningfully in a potentially more 12-personnel-heavy offense
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Former Maryland TE Chig Okonkwo expects to hit next level in his NFL career in Washington DC
Editor’s note: Each day, Hogs Haven compiles a collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, with a sprinkling of other stuff. Enjoy! Commanders.com Chig Okonkwo is not new to the DMV. He spent four years in the area while playing for the University of Maryland, and he was an important piece of the Terps’ offense with 52 catches for 447 yards and five touchdowns during his senior year. So, Okonkwo is excited about starting a new chapter of his career in what he calls his second home. It also helps that he’s going to be in an offense that wants to highlight what he does best: getting in space and making plays. “That’s the plan for me is to take that next step of my career and becoming the player that I know I can be,” Okonkwo said after Tuesday’s OTA practice. “I feel like this is definitely the place to do it.” [O]ver the last two OTA practices that have been open to the media, he’s shown off much of what enticed the Commanders to sign him this offseason. Like the Tennessee Titans , the Commanders intend to use Okonkwo as an all-around tight end, but where Okonkwo shines the most is through his ability as a pass-catcher, where he can be put in motion before the snap, make catches in the middle of the field and break tackles for yards after the catch. A to Z Sports “[For the] two and a half months or three months we’ve had Chig, it’s been really exciting to kind of see him grow,” new Commanders offensive coordinator David Blough told reporters ahead of Commanders OTAs . “… We’re excited about the explosiveness that he adds to the offense. So as we go, I think we’ll definitely find what his role is in the units.” Believe it or not, over the span of his rookie contract he led the Titans in receiving yards once, was their second most productive receiver twice, and was WR3 in his “lowest” role. Chig is athletic, fast, and a yards after catch demon. He’s been quoted early on saying “every time I get the ball, I’m trying to do the most” and for the entirely of his rookie contract those words consistently came to life. He’s a violent runner who becomes a man possessed in space. It’s a ton of fun to watch, and it’s usually pretty effective. JP Finlay Motion will…allow McLaurin to operate from different parts of the field and could free up the remaining group of wide receivers from being strict X/Z receivers. Perhaps most telling from McLaurin’s insightful comments: the stem vs the tree. Wide receivers can run a tremendous amounts of different routes, even more than the old 1 through 9 route tree suggests. But they all start from the same stem. The problem in Kliff Kingsbury’s offense was there wasn’t a ton of variation in the routes. The fact that McLaurin ran a hitch on nearly 40 percent of his routes rate last season is preposterous. Another interesting comment I heard came from Josh Conerly. As much as new Commanders offensive coordinator David Blough is going to bring in new concepts to the offense (obviously) he also mentioned that some of the previous concepts will remain in the playbook. “I think we were really good running outside zone,” Conerly said, before adding, “we just didn’t do it enough.” Commanders Wire [I]n 2024, Jayden Daniels became the quarterback, Kliff Kingsbury the offensive coordinator and Brown’s receptions noticeably increased to 30. Yet, he did only average 10.3 yards per reception, which was his low for his four NFL seasons. But in the playoffs Brown had a touchdown vs the Bucs and in his three playoff games he did catch 14 passes for 229 receiving yards, including 9 receiving first downs. Brown truly knows his spot is not guaranteed; he must show what he can do and earn a roster spot this time. It’s good to see he is being realistic and that his attitude is in a good place as he competes to wear those Super Bowl-era uniforms in September. Riggo’s Rag The Commanders let Chinn sign for t [... truncated ...]
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Who is the answer to Commanders questions at WR in 2026
Editor’s note: Each day, Hogs Haven compiles a collection of articles, podcasts & tweets from around the web to keep you in touch with the Commanders, the NFC East, the NFL and sports in general, with a sprinkling of other stuff. Enjoy! The Athletic (paywall) [R]osters aren’t solidified in June. The lack of production from last season doesn’t account for the fact that the team took wideout Antonio Williams from Clemson in the third round of April’s draft. Chig Okonkwo, a free-agent signee , gives quarterback Jayden Daniels a more dynamic element at tight end. And so much of the Commanders’ offensive potential hangs on Daniels’ health, which could easily be identified as the most important element for 2026. But there’s a reason why the names Brandon Aiyuk and Stefon Diggs still hang over the offseason. It’s because — and here’s your quiz answer — Dyami Brown , Jaylin Lane, Luke McCaffrey , Treylon Burks and Jacoby Jones don’t collectively scream, “We’re fine here.” [U]ntil Aiyuk either returns to the San Francisco 49ers ( which isn’t happening ) or is cut, and Diggs, who helped the New England Patriots to an AFC championship a year ago, signs with another team, Commanders fans have the right to wonder: Why not kick the tires? If [Brandon Aiyuk] really wants out of San Francisco — and it’s apparent that he does — then all he has to do is show up for one of the 49ers’ offseason workouts. Step on the field, and there are people who believe the Niners would cut him instantly because they don’t want to be responsible for paying him in 2026 should he get hurt in the offseason. Diggs’ ties to Washington aren’t to the quarterback or the front office, but to the city itself. He grew up in nearby Montgomery County, Md., and played college ball at Maryland. A free agent, he caught 85 balls for 1,013 yards in 2025, a season in which he turned 32. He may be on the back end of his career, but that career has featured seven 1,000-yard seasons in the last eight years. He can still play. Would signing Diggs make the Commanders’ receiving corps a strength? No. Would it take some heat off a group of pass catchers that currently doesn’t have its top two players in receptions from a year ago, Deebo Samuel and Zach Ertz ? Yes. Those 122 catches come from somewhere. Bullock’s Film Room (subscription) Through the first two weeks of OTAs, it appears as though Treylon Burks is the receiver standing out the most. Most local beat reporters have stated that Burks is getting most of the reps opposite McLaurin and when you see videos from practice, it’s typically Burks that comes up second in the receiver running order after McLaurin. As a former first round pick, Burks is obviously a talented receiver. The issues for him in Tennessee mostly revolved around struggling to stay healthy. So if he can stay healthy, could he earn that second spot in the Commanders wide receiver rankings? To judge that, we first need to see what new offensive coordinator David Blough is likely looking for from a receiver like Burks. Burks is listed at 6-foot-2, 225 pounds and is probably best suited to playing an outside receiver role in this offense. With McLaurin locking down the X receiver role, that leaves the Z receiver spot open. So what does Blough want from a Z receiver? Only he knows the actual answer to that question, but we do know that his offense is likely to be heavily influenced from his time in Detroit under Ben Johnson. So looking back at that 2023 Lions offense, how did they use the Z receiver? One of the themes of the Lions offense in 2023 was how they leaned on an interior trio of running back Jahmyr Gibbs , tight end Sam LaPorta and slot receiver Amon-Ra St.Brown . Those three carried a lot of the load working underneath and over the middle of the field. The Z receiver in that offense became a secondary option after those guys, but often you’d see the Lions use those three underneath as bait to open up a deeper crossing route for the Z receiver. An [... truncated ...]
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Can Dynasty Managers Comfortably Drop Ben Sinnott?
Washington Commanders tight end Ben Sinnott remains the No. 2 option on the depth chart, which hurts his fantasy outlook in dynasty leagues. Sinnott had patiently waited for an opportunity to handle more volume while he was behind Zach Ertz, catching just 16 passes for 142 yards and two touchdowns over his first two NFL seasons. Just as it seemed like he was trending up with Ertz hitting free agency this offseason, the Commanders brought in new competition in the form of Chig Okonkwo. Given that Okonkwo is pretty safely penciled into the No. 1 tight end role, Sinnott will remain the backup option. That doesn't bode well for his fantasy value, especially since the Commanders ranked right near the league median in terms of 12 personnel usage last year. Sinnott has fallen to TE55 in RotoBaller's latest dynasty fantasy football rankings, which means he can be dropped in most leagues
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NFL returns to London for Colts vs. Commanders. Get discounted tickets
SeatGeek is the official NFL Ticketing Partner of the New York Post. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Get ready to pack your bags, Colts and Commanders fans. On Sunday, Oct. 4, the competitive clubs will cross the pond for a one-off game at London’s Tottenham Hotspur New Stadium as part of the NFL’s International Series. If you’d like to be there, tickets are available for the contest at the Spurs’ home field. At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on seats for the Colts-Commanders bout was $307 USD including fees on SeatGeek. 100-level seats start at $444 including fees. Make sure to use promo code NYPOST10 for $10 off purchases over $250 at checkout (Editor’s Note: this discount is only valid for users’ first purchase on SeatGeek) . The overseas showdown comes after a series of tough weeks for Jayden Daniels ’ Washington Commanders. Before they fly over the Atlantic, they’ll take on the Eagles, Cowboys and defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks . Indianapolis doesn’t have it much easier, either. Daniel Jones ’ Indianapolis Colts will take on the Ravens, Chiefs and Texans in weeks one through three. In short, both teams will likely be hungry for a win and giving their all. To make sure they’re ready, Washington bolstered their roster over the offseason — after a depressing ’25 effort where the team went 5-12 — by inking star defensive end Odafe Oweh , role-filling running back Rachaad White , speedy linebacker Leo Chenal , sneaky cornerback Amik Robertson and tight end Chig Okonkwo. They also drafted elite Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles with the seventh pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. As for the Colts, general manager Chris Ballard signed defensive end Arden Key , under-the-radar edge rusher Micheal Clemons , insurance safety Jonathan Owens , competitive linebacker Akeem Dacis-Gaither and experimental tight end Carson Towt (who played college basketball at Notre Dame but has no football experience). This crop of newbies join the team’s nucleus of Jones, Jonathan Taylor , Sauce Gardner , Quenton Nelson , DeForest Buckner who started ’25 campaign 8-2 before losing their last seven games to close the year. According to the Colts’ website , “this [game] will mark the Colts’ second game in London in franchise history. Previously, the Colts played the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium…in 2016.” For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about the Colts vs. Commanders 2026 international NFL game in London here. A complete breakdown of all the sections at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and how much the cheapest tickets start at can be found here: Tottenham-Hotspur Stadium sections Ticket prices start at 500-level $307 USD(including fees) 400-level N/A 300-level N/A 200-level N/A 100-level $444 USD(including fees) Commanders fanatics that plan on catching the club live IRL this year can find Daniels and co. at Northwest Stadium on these dates this season: Washington Commanders home game dates Seahawks vs. Commanders Sunday, Sept. 27 at 10 a.m. Giants vs. Commanders Sunday, Oct. 11 at 10 a.m. Eagles vs. Commanders Sunday, Nov. 1 at 5:20 p.m. Rams vs. Commanders Sunday, Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. Bengals vs. Commanders Monday, Nov. 23 at 5:15 p.m. Texans vs. Commanders Sunday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. Falcons vs. Commanders Sunday, Dec. 20 at 10 a.m. Cowboys vs. Commanders Jan. 9 or 10 at TBD More of a Colts fan? Here’s who they’re playing at their home Lucas Oil Stadium in 2026 over the course of the regular season: Indianapolis Colts home game dates Ravens vs. Colts Sunday, Sept. 13 at 1 p.m. Texans vs. Colts Sunday, Sept. 27 at 1 p.m. Titans vs. Colts Sunday, Oct. 18 at 1 p.m. Cowboys vs. Colts Sunday, Nov. 8 at 1 p.m. Dolphins vs. Colts Sunday, Nov. 15 at 1 p.m. Giants vs. Colts Sunday, Nov. 29 at 1 p.m. Bengals vs. Colts Sunda [... truncated ...]
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Washington Commanders sign veteran tight end during OTAs
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The Commanders shuffled their roster a bit heading into the second week of OTAs, adding a veteran tight end to the mix. The position group will be important in David Blough ’s new offense, which will feature multiple tight end sets on a regular basis. Washington added some experience to the group on Tuesday, signing Anthony Firkser to the squad. The Commanders released receiver Ja’Corey Brooks in a corresponding move. Firkser has been in the NFL since 2018, and was a heavily featured player with the Tennessee Titans through 2021. He has bounced around the league since then, with stops in Atlanta , Detroit , the New York Jets and Kansas City , with a return to the Lions in 2025. He’s a versatile player who can block and catch passes in a pinch, and can be a stout special teams player. He joins a position group that includes Chig Okonkwo, John Bates and Ben Sinnott . Those three are expected to make the squad, though a fourth tight end could make an argument for the 53-man roster. Brooks signed with the Commanders as a 2025 undrafted free agent, and spent last year on the practice squad and the practice-squad injured list. He signed a reserve-futures deal with the Commanders this offseason. The Commanders are conducting their second week of OTA practices from Tuesday-Thursday
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Keep an eye on Chig Okonkwo, Frankie Luvu and others at Commanders OTAs
Commanders OTAs are underway, with notable players like Terry McLaurin and Laremy Tunsil participating. Jayden Daniels is healthy, and the team has added significant defensive free agents. Tight end Chig Okonkwo, acquired for $27 million, is expected to be a key playmaker in the new offense. Defensive end Frankie Luvu is another player to watch
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