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Commanders: 2026 Could Be a New Era
9 Feb
Summary
- Commanders finished the 2025 season with a disappointing 5-12 record.
- Many top-ranked teams failed to reach championship games.
- Significant personnel and coaching changes are expected for 2026.
The Washington Commanders concluded their 2025 season with a disappointing 5-12 record, marked by an eight-game losing streak and losses in 10 of their final 12 games. This performance starkly contrasts with preseason expectations, where the Commanders were considered the seventh-best team. The unpredictability of the NFL season was evident, as many preseason Super Bowl favorites like the Eagles, Ravens, and Bills failed to advance to their conference championship games. The Commanders' front office, led by GM Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn, acknowledges the disastrous 2025 season and is poised for substantial changes.
Anticipate significant roster turnover for the 2026 season, with projections of at least 25 players not returning. The team will also welcome two new coordinators, bringing fresh coaching staffs to both offense and defense. However, there is emerging talent, including promising 2024 draft picks such as quarterback Jayden Daniels, offensive tackle Josh Conerly, cornerback Trey Amos, and running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt. These young players, along with Jaylin Lane's contributions as a punt returner, offer a foundation for a potentially much-improved 2026 campaign.
