Commanders' Draft Needs: WR, CB, Edge

0:00On March 30th, the 2026 NFL Draft is just weeks away and teams like the Washington Commanders are zeroing in on their biggest holes. Sports Illustrated broke down each squad's top needs after free agency wrapped up mostly. For the commanders, it's wide receiver, defensive tackle, edge rusher and cornerback at the top of the list. They got busy in free agency, grabbing depth pieces and rotational guys who could push for starts. But the defense, which struggled hard last year, still needs firepower of front and in the secondary. They cut Marcian Latimore, so that corner spot is wide open despite other defensive ads. Fans and analysts are scratching their heads over mocked drafts floating Jeremiah Love, a stud running back to Washington. Thing is, they just stocked the backfield with two new backs. Keep Jeremy McNichols and have Jake Rikroski, merit lined up as the lead guy, passing on a lead talent like that tests any teams discipline. The real must-have stay wide receiver, cornerback, and edge to transform the unit.

1:03A developmental defensive tackle to plug the run would help, but it's not as urgent. With only six picks, GM Adam Peters got a scheme smart to fill those gaps. As pro days heat up and vise's roll in, expect the commanders to target playmakers who fit these spots perfectly, setting the tone for a rebuild on. The rise.