Commanders should sign these three free agents with the NFL draft done

The Commanders have tons of salary-cap space.There's $49.5 million available, as a matter of fact.That'sthe second most in the NFL, with $42.7 million free even aftertheypay Sonny Styles and the rest of the 2026 NFL draft class.

So, in other words, general manager Adam Peters can make some moves iftheyseemfit.This roster still has holes, especially with just six draft picks available and just two in the first three rounds.

A glance at the depth chart suggests the Commanders could still use somecornerbackhelp.Not drafting one was a mild surprise, though Peters' picks were limited and seeing Kansas City trade up to snatch LSU'sMansoor Delane at No. 6might'vebeen a blow.Maybe, though Styles was an excellent selection no matter what.

Areliable, impactreceiveropposite Terry McLaurinwouldn'thurt, though the BrandonAiyuksituation in San Franciscoremainsunresolved and might for some time.Safety depthis of some concern, with uncertainty about whether Quan Martin can playconsistently well as anevery-down player.

Peters could address those needs (and others) with NFL talent still on the street. While playersunsighedat this late date aregenerally availablefor one reason or another - normally their older or coming off an injury or waiting for the right team fit - there's impactfulguys available who could help the Commanders right away.

Petersshouldn'tspend lavishly just because he can, but a few targeted transactions could help this Commanders roster feel more complete.Let'stake a look at some options out there infreeagency:

WR Jauan Jennings

Let'ssay the assumedAiyuk-to-Washington scenariodoesn'tplay out.Maybe ateam gives up some capital over waiting for the 49ers to cut him, whichcould well be Peters' strategy here.It'sa sound one, but it only takes one team to pony up a draft pick for his rights and that massive albatross of a contract.

That could leave Peters move toward someone else he helped draft.He was San Francisco's VP of player personnel when the 49ers took him in the seventh-round of the 2020 NFL draft. Jennings developed intoa productive player withbetter statsthepastfew seasons.He'sa bigdudeat 6-foot-3 and 212 poundsand can certainly play on the outside and a friendly target for Jayden Daniels.

Peters might have to move fast on this one, with reports that Jennings is visiting the Minnesota Vikings on Tuesday and Wednesday. There are bigger name options available, but Tyreek Hill and Stefon Diggs are both a hard pass for me.If Jennings can be had on a shorter-term deal, it might be a good hedge bet on the Aiyuk situation.If they land Jennings and Aiyuk, the Commanders receiver corps is a lot stronger.

CBTre'DaviousWhite

White is 31 years old at this point andobviously in the latter stages of his career. He has been around the block a few times now and has the knowledge andveteran savvy to share with the cornerback room. A signing like thisdoesn'tfollow Washington's emphasis on getting younger and faster ondefense butadding a veteran to compete and push the younger guyscouldn'thurt. Hedidn'tmake much last year and would comerelatively cheap. Heisn'ta super exciting addition, but therearen'ttons of instant impact corners in the prime or on the ascent right now.White also hasa great reputation as a locker-room leaderand would add some real value with that, in addition to his on-field work.He's a willing mentor and could make those around him better, too.

S Taylor Rapp

I can see thecommentsalready. Scott, Taylor Rapp's knee is a mess. It cost him most of last season.It'sstill uncertain whenhe'llbe healthy and ready to play again.Have you lost your mind?There'sa reasonwhyBuffalo released him in March.I get all that, and those are legitimate concerns.There'sno wayhe'son the street without the injury and, ifhe'swilling to do a prove-itdeal, give him some guaranteed money, allow him to rehab with theCommandersandmaybe hereturnsto quality form.Thenyou'vegot a starting-caliber player forrelatively cheapand someone who can help inrundefense andpossibly beyond.Nick Cross should come in and play every down. The Commanders need options while figuring out who will play next to him.