The Commanders' aggressive approach signals that they are attempting to maximize the third year of the Dan Quinn-Adam Peters-Jayden Daniels regime. Their initial big-name signings have all prioritized the defensive side of the ball.

The Commanders filled out their backfield by signing free agent running back Rachaad White in free agency.

Big names are on the move in the NFL with the start of the new league year. The Minnesota Vikings are signing Kyler Murray to a one-year deal,. The Indianapolis Colts agreed to a two-year extension with quarterback Daniel Jones and the Baltimore Ravens signed The Athletic's top-ranked free agent,

The Washington Commanders bolster their secondary by signing former Lions cornerback Amik Robertson to a two-year deal.

The Washington Commanders signing DT Albert Haynesworth for $100 million in 2009 is officially the No. 1 worst free agent deal in NFL history.

Amik Robertson, one of Detroit Lions top free agents, agreed to 2-year deal with Washington Commanders shortly after start of 2026 NFL free agency.

The Dallas Cowboys kicked off NFL free agency by agreeing to terms with safety Jalen Thompson. But Dallas’ NFC East division rivals have also been busy so far. Keep track of their free agent acquisitions below:

The Philadelphia Eagles are adding a two-time Super Bowl champion to their secondary. The Eagles are signing former New England Patriots and Washington Commanders cornerback Jonathan Jones in free agency,