Commanders Climb Draft Order Despite Narrow Overtime Loss

As of November 17, 2025, the Washington Commanders are in the midst of a six-game losing streak, but their latest defeat was not as devastating as the previous four. On November 13, 2025, the Commanders lost to the Miami Dolphins 16-13 in overtime in the first-ever NFL game played in Spain.

While the players are simply focused on getting a win, regardless of the margin, the team's fans have already shifted their attention to the 2026 NFL draft. This is reminiscent of the 2019 season, when fans were rooting against the Commanders late in the year, hoping to secure the top pick and land defensive end Chase Young. That strategy paid off, but the team's recent struggles have left fans eagerly anticipating the 2026 draft once again.

After the loss to the Dolphins, the Commanders have moved up to the 7th overall pick in the 2026 draft, climbing from the 8th spot. With the team's playoff hopes all but dashed, the focus has turned to the offseason and the potential for a major roster overhaul. The Commanders could have over $100 million in cap space if they move on from some veteran players, and they currently hold only six draft picks, with their second and fourth-round selections gone due to a trade for offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil.