Adam Peters has been making waves in Washington, steering the Commanders through a whirlwind of a free agency period. With a roster that needed a serious boost, Peters' aggressive approach has injected some much-needed youthful energy into the team. After a tough season, this kind of shake-up was essential.
The Commanders have brought in no fewer than 15 new faces, and they’re not done yet. With the draft, undrafted free agency, and veteran signings still on the horizon, Washington is clearly on a mission. If Peters keeps up this momentum and the new coordinators bring fresh ideas, the Commanders could be a team to watch next season.
The NFC East is shaping up to be a battlefield, but Washington has a real shot at getting into the title mix if they can stay healthy and everyone pulls their weight. The influx of new talent means competition for spots will be fierce, and that’s exactly what this team needs.
However, not everyone is safe. Here are eight Commanders players who might find themselves on the chopping block after Peters' bold roster overhaul.
Julian Good-Jones - Commanders OL
Dan Quinn recently mentioned that the plan is for Nick Allegretti and Julian Good-Jones to duke it out for the starting center position in 2026. But with the release of the reliable Tyler Biadasz, fans are understandably anxious.
The Commanders seem to think they can get similar results for less money with Allegretti. Good-Jones might get his shot, but his chances dwindle if another center is picked up during the 2026 NFL Draft.
At 29, Good-Jones hasn’t seen NFL action since 2023, with just one regular-season game under his belt. Making the roster seems like a long shot, especially if another center comes into the picture.
Quan Martin - Commanders S
Quan Martin was expected to break out last season, but things didn’t go as planned. The coaching staff put a lot of trust in him, but he didn’t deliver.
Martin struggled with his positioning and tackling, leading to a gradual phase-out. The addition of Nick Cross only increases the pressure. If Peters drafts a safety like Caleb Downs, it could signal the end of the line for Martin.
Daronte Jones is known for developing defensive backs, so Martin needs to step up quickly. Otherwise, the Commanders will look for someone who can fill the role effectively.
And it might already be too late for him to turn things around.