"It doesn't seem likely that Peters will make any moves with the Commanders in their current state. A constant stream of injuries and aging players regressing has seen this once-touted Super Bowl challenger sitting at 3-5 through eight weeks. Considering what the front-office leader gave up to acquire cornerback Marshon Lattimore, wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr., and left tackle Laremy Tunsil, sacrificing draft picks when you only have six in 2026 doesn't seem wise."
"The Commanders don't have many high-value pieces they'd be willing to move. Payne would be one of them, especially if Peters isn't planning to offer him another lucrative contract extension. Payne has been among the team's top performers this season. He's displaying dominant tendencies as the team's alpha in the defensive tackle room - traits he didn't previously have - thanks to Jonathan Allen's presence. It's a positive development, but fans are aware that he is also playing for more money."
Washington sits 3-5 after eight weeks amid injuries and aging players regressing. Front office gave up significant assets to acquire Marshon Lattimore, Deebo Samuel Sr., and Laremy Tunsil, leaving only six draft picks in 2026. General manager Adam Peters appears unlikely to sacrifice more picks during a struggling season. Long-time insider John Keim believes Pro Bowl defensive tackle Daron Payne, who has one year left on his deal and is playing well, could be dealt in the 2026 offseason. Payne produced 11.5 sacks and a Pro Bowl nod in 2022, signed a large extension, then saw performance dip thereafter.
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