"The Washington Commanders have their new defensive coordinator after hiring Daronte Jones. And now, a new insider report suggests the play-caller will have one of the team's linchpins on the line around for the 2026 campaign. One of the biggest offseason talking points among the fan base so far is what the Commanders have in store for Daron Payne. The defensive tackle only has one more year remaining on his deal, and he's the team's largest salary-cap hit once again in 2026."
"Nothing has been confirmed for sure, but it seems as if general manager Adam Peters would prefer to keep him around. "Discussions between the two sides have focused on [Daron] Payne playing out the final year of his contract without a financial restructure, pay cut, or extension, a source close to the situation told Last Man Standig. The current expectation is that Payne will be back for a ninth season, though not all variables are set in stone.""
"Others thought the former Alabama standout's inconsistency and lack of discipline didn't warrant another financial commitment, and that he should be let go for some fresh blood. The Commanders have enough spare cash to absorb the $27.95 million coming Payne's way next season. Nothing has been confirmed, so much will also depend on the scheme Jones plans to run and how the 2018 first-round pick fits into it."
Daronte Jones is the new defensive coordinator for the Washington Commanders. Conversations currently center on Daron Payne playing out the final season of his contract in 2026 without a financial restructure, pay cut, or extension. Payne has one year remaining on his deal and will carry a roughly $27.95 million salary-cap hit. General manager Adam Peters would prefer to retain Payne, while opinions among the fan base are divided because of uneven performance and interior depth concerns. The ultimate decision will hinge on scheme fit under Jones, potential trade opportunities, and evolving roster and financial variables.
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