Washington Commanders
NFC East | 5-12-0
Avg PTS
20.94
Rank: 22nd
Avg Yds
330.53
Rank: 22nd
Avg PYds
195.82
Rank: 24th
Avg RYds
134.71
Rank: 3rd
Posted 3/29/2026 3:17 pm GMT
Free-agent TE Zach Ertz (Commanders) is someone that the Washington Commanders would be open to bringing back for another season, according to ESPN.com's John Keim. However, it would probably take a pressing need due to an injury to another player on Washington's current roster before the Commanders would seriously entertain a reunion between the two sides.
Huddle Up: The 35-year-old Ertz had 50 receptions for 504 yards and four touchdowns over 13 games last season but sustained a torn anterior cruciate ligament in December. However, he plans to continue his career and is hopeful of being healthy enough to play in Week 1. If Ertz returns to Washington, he could be viewed as a TE2 option in most fantasy leagues.
Posted 3/26/2026 10:43 pm GMT
Jacksonville Jaguars RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. received interest from the Denver Broncos before he decided to sign with the Jaguars.
Huddle Up: The Broncos re-signed J.K. Dobbins this offseason, but it seems like they are interested in adding at least one more running back to the roster. Dobbins should be the starter in 2026 but may have to share some playing time with at least one other back.
Posted 3/21/2026 5:34 pm GMT
Updating a previous report, Washington Commanders RB Jeremy McNichols' one-year, $1.487 million contract includes a $162,500 signing bonus with $562,500 total guaranteed and a 2026 base salary of $1.3 million.
Huddle Up: In what is now a loaded backfield in Washington with Rachaad White, Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Jerome Ford. McNichols ran for 5.0 yards per carry last season on 44 carries. He's been a solid depth back and for fantasy purposes, that means we'll pass on him in drafts.
Posted 3/17/2026 1:50 pm GMT
Updating previous reports, Jacksonville Jaguars RB Chris Rodriguez Jr.'s two-year deal is worth $10 million. He received a $4 million signing bonus, $6.2 million fully guaranteed and base salaries of $1.2 million and $4.19 million. He has void years in 2028-2030.
Huddle Up: Rodriguez had a mini-breakout at 26 last year with a 112-500-6 line on the ground. He has just six receptions in his entire career, so he's not going to do many favors in PPR leagues. If he can become the team's primary runner over Bhayshul Tuten, though, he'd be a solid RB3 option in fantasy.
Posted 3/16/2026 2:15 pm GMT
Free-agent RB Jeremy McNichols (Commanders) agreed to a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders Monday, March 16. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
Huddle Up: Their backfield is crowded with Rachaad White, Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Jerome Ford. McNichols ran for 5.0 yards per carry last season, but at age 30, it's going to be hard for him to carve out a role. Pass in drafts for now.
Posted 3/14/2026 5:41 pm GMT
Free-agent quarterback Josh Johnson (Commanders) has agreed to terms with the Cincinnati Bengals on a one-year contract on Saturday, March 14.
Huddle Up: Johnson will be 40 years old for the 2026 NFL season and this signing marks his third stint with the Bengals in his career. He's not fantasy relevant, but Johnson could be Joe Burrow's backup quarterback in Cincinnati for the upcoming season.
Posted 3/11/2026 9:48 pm GMT
Free-agent RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. (Commanders) has reportedly signed a two-year deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars, according to a source on Wednesday, March 11. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Huddle Up: Rodriguez had his best season as a pro in 2025, averaging 4.5 yards per carry and tallying 500 rushing yards last season while splitting backfield time with Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Jeremy McNichols. Picked up by the Jaguars, Rodriguez could work in as part of a backfield committee and could develop into a fantasy-relevant player for managers come Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Rodriguez is a deeper-league dart throw in drafts.
Posted 3/09/2026 7:40 pm GMT
Impending free-agent QB Marcus Mariota (Commanders) reportedly agreed to terms on a one-year contract worth $7 million to remain with the Washington Commanders on Monday, March 9. The deal could be worth as much as $11 million if certain incentives are reached.
Posted 2/24/2026 3:48 pm GMT
Washington Commanders TE Zach Ertz (knee) intends to play in 2026 and is expected to be cleared by Week 1.
Huddle Up: He had a solid, 50-504-4 season in 13 games last year before suffering a torn ACL. He has 116 catches and 11 TDs over the last two seasons and will be a safety net with PPR upside as a TE2 in fantasy.
Posted 2/14/2026 6:14 pm GMT
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin hopefully will have 10 targets per game next season, according to offensive coordinator David Blough.
Huddle Up: McLaurin dealt with injuries this season but is the main target in the passing game for the Commanders when healthy. He should have Jayden Daniels throwing to him again in 2026 and will be a No. 2 receiver in most fantasy leagues.
Posted 2/11/2026 10:39 pm GMT
Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels will likely be under center more often next season with offensive coordinator David Blough calling plays, according to head coach Dan Quinn.
Huddle Up: Daniels under center could help with play action passes and the possibility of Daniels having some designed runs as well. Fantasy players should keep an eye on the Commanders offense during the preseason to see how it will be different. Daniels can be a low-end No. 1 fantasy quarterback when healthy.
Posted 1/31/2026 6:32 pm GMT
Washington Commanders impending free-agent TE Zach Ertz (knee) is recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament but does want to continue his playing career, according to a source. Ertz is not expected to return to the Commanders next season.
Huddle Up: Ertz played well before the injury, but it is not known when he will be ready to return to the field. He should receive interest from teams if he hits the free-agent market and will be at least a No. 2 tight end in leagues when he starts to play again.
Posted 1/05/2026 3:00 am GMT
Washington Commanders WR Deebo Samuel ended up with two receptions for 20 yards on five targets in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles, while running twice for a single yard.
Huddle Up: Samuel wrapped up his first season with the Commanders posting 72 receptions, 99 targets, 727 receiving yards, five TD catches, 17 carries, 75 rushing yards and a rushing score. Considering that there was a QB turnstile, with Jayden Daniels injured for large chunks of the season, it was a decent season. He'll be back as at least a WR4 or flex fantasy option heading into 2026.
Posted 1/05/2026 2:43 am GMT
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin cashed in all four of his targets in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles for four catches and 57 yards.
Huddle Up: It was a bit of a lost season for Scary Terry. He started the summer with a contract impasse, then he suffered an early-season injury which cost him a chunk of time. When he was in there, he worked with Jayden Daniels, Marcus Mariota and Josh Johnson under center. With a return to full health, and stability at the QB position, McLaurin still has WR1 ability in fantasy leagues heading into 2026.
Posted 1/05/2026 2:36 am GMT
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt rushed 13 times for just 29 yards in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles, and he was not targeted in the passing game.
Huddle Up: Croskey-Merritt has his chance to be the top dog, but eventually, Chris Rodriguez Jr. emerged as the lead back down the stretch. Bill is still, likely, the future, but the backfield battle will worth keeping an eye on in the summer. Jeremy McNichols is a free agent, and Austin Ekeler is unlikely to be back. Washington could still pick up a free agent, or consider taking a back in the draft, so don't get carried away with Bill or Rodriguez. But, if those two go into training camp, and emerge as one of the top backfield options, they'll be decent RB3 or flex fantasy option in 2026.
Posted 1/05/2026 2:30 am GMT
Washington Commanders RB Chris Rodriguez Jr. rushed 16 times for a team-high 65 yards and a touchdown in Week 18 against the Philadelphia Eagles, while adding an 18-yard reception on his lone target.,
Huddle Up: Rodriguez emerged as the lead back down the stretch in 2025, but the future is still, likely, Jacory Croskey-Merritt. The backfield battle will be fun to watch in the summer. Jeremy McNichols is a free agent, and it's hard to imagine Austin Ekeler coming back and factoring in. Washington could still add a veteran free agent, or consider taking a back in the draft, so don't get carried away with Bill or Rodriguez. But, if those two go into training camp, and emerge as one of the top backfield options, they'll be decent RB3 or flex fantasy option in 2026.
Posted 1/03/2026 3:49 pm GMT
Washington Commanders QB Josh Johnson will start Week 18's game versus the Philadelphia Eagles, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Huddle Up: Johnson went 15-for-23 for 198 passing yards with no touchdowns or interceptions, along with 10 rushing yards, in his last start versus the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. He is receiving the starting nod again for the regular-season finale after both Jayden Daniels (elbow) and Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) were ruled out but should be avoided in all fantasy formats.
Posted 1/02/2026 9:12 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (illness) practiced in full on Friday, Jan. 2, and no longer appears on the injury report.
Huddle Up: Croskey-Merritt is coming off his second 100-yard rushing game of the season and could earn another against a resting Eagles' defense. He can be installed as a flex play in Week 18.
Posted 1/02/2026 5:16 pm GMT
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) has been ruled out for Week 18.
Huddle Up: Josh Johnson was 15-for-23 for 198 yards, no scores and no picks last week and really isn't an option outside of a desperation superflex-league play against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Posted 1/01/2026 9:59 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (illness) fully participated in practice Thursday, Jan. 1.
Huddle Up: Croskey-Merritt appears to have recovered from his illness and should be available for the Week 18 game. He is coming off a terrific performance last week but probably will have to share playing time with Chris Rodriguez Jr. this week. He can still be a flex option in most fantasy leagues.
Posted 12/31/2025 9:16 pm GMT
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Huddle Up: Mariota is not expected to be available for the game, but fantasy players can check on his status later in the week. Josh Johnson will likely be the starter in the finale but can be avoided in all leagues.
Posted 12/31/2025 9:09 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (illness) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Huddle Up: There is a good chance that Croskey-Merritt returns later in the week, but fantasy players can keep an eye on the situation. He is coming off an outstanding Week 17 performance and has four rushing touchdowns in the last three games. He may share playing time with Chris Rodriguez Jr. during the game but can still be a flex option in leagues.
Posted 12/31/2025 6:20 pm GMT
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quad) is doubtful for Week 18, according to head coach Dan Quinn.
Huddle Up: Mariota being out would signal another start for Josh Johnson at quarterback for the Commanders. Jayden Daniels will be back in 2026, however, and should return to his QB1 form due to his dual-threat ability in the Washington offense.
Posted 12/29/2025 8:40 pm GMT
Washington Commanders QB Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) seems like a long shot to play in Week 18 but has not been ruled out at this point, according to head coach Dan Quinn.
Huddle Up: Fantasy players can monitor Mariota's practice participation during the week to see if he makes any progress in his recovery but should start looking for other options at the position.
Posted 12/25/2025 10:07 pm GMT
Washington Commanders TE Ben Sinnott caught three passes for 29 yards against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. He was targeted four times during the game.
Huddle Up: Sinnott has been the main tight end for the Commanders since Zach Ertz suffered his injury but has not posted more than 36 yards in any game this season. He can be avoided in all leagues next week.
Posted 12/25/2025 10:03 pm GMT
Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin caught five passes for 63 yards against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. He was targeted seven times during the game.
Huddle Up: McLaurin has been a solid contributor since returning from injury about a month ago and has been targeted at least six times in three of his last five games. He should see a similar workload next week and can be a starting option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 12/25/2025 9:59 pm GMT
Washington Commanders WR Deebo Samuel caught two passes for 68 yards on four targets against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. He also rushed for 25 yards on two carries during the game.
Huddle Up: Samuel had been held to under 45 yards in the previous three games but was able to have some success against the Cowboys. He should see a handful of targets next week and can be at least a flex option in fantasy leagues.
Posted 12/25/2025 9:54 pm GMT
Washington Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt rushed for 105 yards and two touchdowns on 11 carries against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17.
Huddle Up: Croskey-Merritt received nearly all of the carries with Chris Rodriguez Jr. unavailable and was able to have a lot of success against the Cowboys. He should see a good amount of touches next week even if Rodriguez returns and can be a flex option in leagues.
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