The Washington Commanders were not going to be conservative in free agency. General manager Adam Peters was projected to be aggressive, and he delivered, bringing in 12 new faces over an eventful first wave that left fans feeling less anxious about the team's chances in 2026.
These also included two running backs. And perhaps not coincidentally, the moves were swiftly followed by a not-so-subtle reminder from another backfield force eager to remain a huge part of Washington's plans.
Chris Rodriguez Jr. didn't receive an exclusive rights tender, quickly signing a decent deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars.