Commanders Scout Top Talents at Ohio State Pro Day

0:00On March 26, the Washington Commander sent a big group of top decision-makers to Ohio State's pro-day this week, scouting prospects for there. Number 7 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft General manager Adam Peters had high hopes for hybrid defender Arville Reese, a standout from the buckeyes, with rare size and speed. Reese crushes drills, building on a strong combine showing that highlighted his athletic gifts. That performance has analysts projecting him as a top 4 or 5 pick way ahead of where the commanders will select. Those late season wins against the Giants and Eagles held head coach Dan Quinn, but drop Washington out of the top 5 spots. Now Reese looks out of reach, with teams like the Jets, Cardinals, Titans, Giants and Browns picking ahead. Commander staff spend time eyeing other talents there, including defensive backs, Caleb Downs and Sunny Styles, plus wide receiver Carnell Tate. They're also interested in interior linemen Caden McDonald, though that might mean trading

1:02back and Notre Dame running back Jeremiah Love could fit. At 7, with flexibility from their free agency moves, Peters and crew will pivot to these solid alternatives and build from there.