Commanders' Top 6 Safety Draft Picks

0:00On March 26th, the Washington commanders drive to the draft podcast, just wrapped up their safety rankings for the 2026 NFL draft. Host Logan Paulson and Jason Johnson spent the last month breaking down the position, noting it's a real need for the team at any spot in the draft. They highlighted six standout college players with the skills to make an immediate impact. Earlier this week, they placed Blood Quark from TCU and number six and Robert Spears Jennings from Oklahoma at five. Spears, Jennings stood out for his versatility across the field, strong run defense, and raw athleticism, despite some cover checkups. Meanwhile, the host raved about trade-and-stukes from Arizona at number four, a speedy cornerback type with a 4.3 140 time that translates to tape. His physical tackling and range as a deep safety drew big praise, even though he's not the biggest guy. Number three went to Emmanuel McNeal Warren from Toledo, who they compared to Commander Star Cam Curle for his smooth movement and ability to play.

1:01Near the line or in the post. At two, Dylan the enemy from Oregon, edged out the field, but Caleb Downs from Ohio State took the top spot for his elite range, run fits, and game-changing plays since his Alabama days. These rankings give fans a peek into potential targets as the commanders build for the future, with more position breakdowns coming soon.