Commanders would reportedly pass on Ohio State star if he falls
One NFL draft analyst says "most believe" the Commanders would pass on Caleb Downs.
We are one week away from the 2026 NFL Draft. Who will the Washington Commanders pick with the No. 7 overall pick?
That's a mystery, much of which stems from Washington's lack of control over it. The good news is that the Commanders will be able to land a high-quality player at a position of need. Washington has visited with most of the top prospects in this class, many of whom play different positions.
The Commanders' busy free agency period allows GM Adam Peters to focus on the best player available instead of forcing the pick at a position of need. Many mock drafts have focused on Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles, Ohio State wide receiver Carnell Tate, Ohio State safety Caleb Downs, or LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane. There's a good chance at least two of these players will be available when Washington goes on the clock.
But what if the Commanders aren't interested in one of those players? In his latest draft intel for Essentially Sports, NFL draft analyst Tony Pauline revealed that Washington would not take Downs if he made it to them at No. 7.