Coming off a disastrous 5-12 season after reaching the NFC Championship Game in 2024. Jayden Daniels was shut down with a recurring elbow injury (non-throwing arm) that ended his season early.
| Round 1 | #7 |
| Round 3 | #71 |
| Round 5 | #147 |
| Round 6 | #187, #209 (from 49ers) |
| Round 7 | #223 |
Traded 2026 2nd-round and 4th-round picks to Houston Texans for LT Laremy Tunsil. Acquired 6th-round pick from SF (Brian Robinson trade). No 2nd or 4th-round picks available.
Critical Needs
Washington ranked 28th against the pass in 2025.
Terry McLaurin is the only established receiver on the roster and missed 7 games in 2025 with injuries.
Washington allowed 8.1 yards per pass attempt (3rd worst in NFL) and had only 8 interceptions (4th worst).
Important Needs
This was the biggest need entering free agency and was addressed aggressively: signed Odafe Oweh (4-year, $100M), K'Lavon Chaisson (1-year, $12M), Charles Omenihu (1-year, $7M), and re-signed Drake Jackson and Deatrich Wise Jr.
Released starting center Tyler Biadasz, who signed with the Chargers for $30M.
Signed Leo Chenal (3-year, $24.75M) to add speed and blitzing ability — a major upgrade.
Depth Needs
Re-signed Tim Settle (3-year, $24M) and retained Javon Kinlaw.
Jacory Croskey-Merritt showed flashes as a rookie 7th-round pick but was inconsistent.
- Signed EDGE Odafe Oweh (4-year, $100M, $68M GTD) — significantly reduces EDGE urgency from critical to important
- Signed LB Leo Chenal (3-year, $24.75M) — adds speed and blitzing, partially addresses LB need
- Signed CB Amik Robertson (2-year, $16M) — adds slot/outside versatility but not a CB1 solution
- Signed DT Tim Settle (3-year, $24M) — solidifies DT rotation, reduces interior DL urgency
- Signed S Nick Cross (2-year, $14M) — adds depth at safety but not a game-changing addition
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