Who will the Washington Commanders select in Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft?

ALEX MURPHY The Free Lance-Star
Apr 22, 2026
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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Carnell Tate (17) celebrates in the second half of the NCAA football game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

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Sep 13, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers cornerback Mansoor Delane (4) reacts to Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (not pictured) making an incomplete pass during the first half at Tiger Stadium.

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ALEX MURPHY The Free Lance-Star

We are just one day away from the start of the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh and anticipation is building for all 32 teams.

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Nov 22, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love (4) runs the ball against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Caterina-Imagn Images — Nov 22, 2025; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love (4) runs the ball against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium.
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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Caleb Downs (2) celebrates during the NCAA football game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. on Nov. 29, 2025. Ohio State won 27-9.
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