"Defensive coordinator Daronte Jones should run a more creative, aggressive scheme. For that to work, the Washington Commanders desperately need to improve the personnel at their disposal. The Commanders believe Jones has the coaching prowess and schematic ideas to take this failing unit forward. While the bar isn't exactly high for that after two years of inept production under the previous defensive coordinator, Joe Whitt Jr., this gamble has to go well for head coach Dan Quinn. Otherwise, he'll be on the chopping block this time next year."
"Getting younger and more explosive is critical. Free agency will provide some clues, but there is a good chance Washington finds a blue-chip defensive difference-maker at No. 7 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft to become a foundational piece under Jones' guidance. Most fans have turned their focus on Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey or Ohio State safety Caleb Downs, based on their perceptions of the scheme Jones may install. However, one respected NFL Draft analyst had something else in mind."
"[Sonny] Styles reminds me of Fred Warner, who was drafted by the 49ers when current Commanders GM Adam Peters was an executive in San Francisco's front office. Keep in mind that Bobby Wagner is 35 and headed for free agency."
Daronte Jones should implement a more creative, aggressive defensive scheme but needs improved personnel to make it effective. The Commanders view Jones as having the coaching ability and schematic ideas to rescue a failing defense after two years of poor production under Joe Whitt Jr. Adding younger, more explosive players is critical via free agency or the 2026 NFL Draft, where a blue-chip difference-maker could be available at No. 7 overall. Many fans favor David Bailey or Caleb Downs, but Daniel Jeremiah suggested Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles, comparing him to Fred Warner and noting Bobby Wagner's age and pending free agency.
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