Coming of a 5-12 season in 2025 -- and only two seasons removed from an NFC Championship game appearance -- the Washington Commanders have a specific position of need on each side of the ball in this year's NFL Draft.
Washington Capitals defenseman Rasmus Sandin underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair an ACL tear that he suffered during the April 11 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, the franchise announced Wednesday.
The Washington Commanders head into the 2026 NFL draft -- which opens Thursday night in Pittsburgh -- holding six picks but only two in the first three rounds, a lean haul that puts a premium on hitting early selections.