Top remaining under-the-radar NFL free agent for Commanders to target after first wave of signings
The first major wave of free agency has passed, but the Commanders still have quality players they can add that bring value.
The Washington Commanders turned a slow start into an impressive haul during free agency, and the roster got much younger and faster.
They have their splash signing in EDGE Odafe Oweh with a $100 million contract, but also landed massive steals such as RB Rachaad White on a one-year $2 million deal. Now that the first wave of free agency is over, it’s time to look at who is still available and who the Commanders should keep an eye on.
Jauan Jennings, WR
The Commanders attempted an aggressive swing at the top wide receivers in Alec Pierce and Romeo Doubs, but they came up just short for both. Now, the Commanders have to pivot and still address the position. Of course, they’re still waiting on Brandon Aiyuk to be released, but they need more than that. Jauan Jennings is the top WR available, and he could be a real target, depending on the price.
Adam Peters obviously knows Jauan Jennings from his time with the San Francisco 49ers, and he could fill a huge void in Washington. 2026 could be Terry McLaurin’s final season with the Commanders, and a 28-year-old Jennings could be a great WR2 option in the offense.
His 6-3, 212-pound frame helped him finish top-4 in contested catch last season with 18, and nine touchdowns, which was sixth-most. He’s projected to get a three-year, $50 million contract, which may be too expensive for Washington at this point.
Cam Taylor-Britt, CB
Washington signed CB Amik Robertson, but they need depth at corner now after losing Jonathan Jones to the Philadelphia Eagles. Cam Taylor-Britt has had a roller coaster of a career with the Cincinnati Bengals, but he’s still just 26 years old and has shown positive flashes. He had seven combined interceptions in 2023 and 2024, but only played 348 snaps in 2025.
The former second-round pick needs a new environment, and Daronte Jones could help unlock his potential. He’s only projected to sign a one-year, $4 milllion prove-it deal, and the Commanders should be all over that instead of signing another older veteran when they need help.
Joel Bitonio, LG
The door is still open on Chris Paul returning, which seems likely at this point with his market dwindling, but if not, then Joel Bitonio would be a good replacement. Brandon Coleman is always an option, but he played better at left tackle than left guard, and he lost his starting role for a reason.
Bitonio might be 34 years old, but he’s been a strong left guard for the Cleveland Browns. He only allowed two sacks on 686 pass-blocking snaps, and he’s a much better run blocker than Paul and Coleman, which is where the Commanders are looking to improve.
Darnell Mooney, WR
Going back to the WR room, the Commanders need someone who can start in the slot, and Darnell Mooney can play both inside and outside at 5-11, 175 pounds. He would be a great fit in David Blough’s system and a safety blanket for Jayden Daniels. 2025 wasn’t a good season for Mooney, who suffered a broken collarbone in training camp and a hamstring injury in Week 5.
Mooney would be the starting slot WR for the Commanders as soon as he joins the team, but it also leaves the door open for them to draft another WR who can play in the slot while Mooney goes outside. He shouldn’t be expensive at all at this point, but he also might wait to see where his best opportunity is after free agency, as he just turned 28.
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