"The Commanders have 30 pending free agents, and the vast majority of them should not be re-signed. There are also several big-name candidates for offseason cuts, and a few veterans who could be actively shopped on the trade block."
"His best season came in 2022, when he recorded 11.5 sacks and made his only Pro Bowl appearance. But in the three years since then, his production has steadily dropped off. Entering the final year of his four-year, $90 million contract, this is the time to seek a trade partner for Payne. He likely isn't going to return to his high-end starter form, but there may still be moderate interest in the eight-year pro."
Washington will undergo significant changes after a 5-12 2025 season, including two new coordinators and a substantially different roster. The team faces 30 pending free agents, most of whom should not be re-signed, along with several candidates for offseason cuts and veterans who could be shopped. Daron Payne is one of the longest-tenured players and peaked in 2022 with 11.5 sacks and a Pro Bowl nod. Payne's production has declined over the past three years, and with one year left on a four-year, $90 million deal, seeking a trade to gain draft capital and youth is recommended. Washington owns only six 2026 draft picks, two in the first four rounds, increasing the need to acquire assets and get younger.
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