There are many questions surrounding the Washington Commanders ahead of the 2026 season: Can a revamped, younger defense come together? Who is the starting running back? Who will win the kicking competition?
But based on media coverage and fan speculation, most interest this offseason seems to be centered not on a No. 1 option, but a No. 2.
Veteran Terry McLaurin is and has been the clear No.1 receiving option for Washington, as evidenced by two Pro Bowl appearances and five consecutive 1,000-yard seasons from 2020-24. But after spending their first-round draft pick on linebacker Sonny Styles, letting No. 2 receiver Deebo Samuel walk and not having a single receiver, outside of McLaurin, who had more than 350 yards last season, Washington faces questions about the No. 2 pass-catching weapon for Jayden Daniels this season.