Commanders Miss Out on Pierce, Stay Flexible for Daniels

0:00On March 9th, the Washington commanders need more weapons at White Receiver this off-season to help quarterback Jaden Daniels and give Terry McClure in a solid partner. One prime target, Alec Pierce, quickly signed a four-year extension worth $116 million with the Indianapolis Colts right as. Free agency talks began. Pat McAfee broke the news of the deal, which keeps Pierce in Indian apolis through his prime as they aim for bigger things. Pierce shown as a deep threat last season and once more targets like a top receiver. Team insiders say the commanders made a strong push for him, but it turns out missing out could be a huge win. Pierce has improved his routes, yet he's never carried a number one role, and that price tag nearly 30 million per year feels steep. The Colts paid up at the expense of trading Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers clearing cap space. For Washington, it frees them from a risky splurge when defensive holes and other spots need cash too. Cheaper options that fit their

1:02offense are still out there, though free agency moves fast. This keeps the commanders flexible to build smartly around Daniels for the long haul.