We are one week away from the 2025 NFL draft. The Washington Commanders look to continue their strong offseason, adding to a roster that surprisingly played in the NFC championship game.
The Commanders enter next week’s draft short on picks. Washington has dealt multiple picks for veteran starters (CB) Marshon Lattimore, (WR) Deebo Samuel and (LT) Laremy Tunsil. Lattimore was acquired at the trade deadline last season and was never fully healthy. The Commanders hope a healthy Lattimore will transform their secondary in 2025. Samuel and Tunsil were significant additions last month in general manager Adam Peters’ mission to continue surrounding quarterback Jayden Daniels with elite talent.
Currently, the Commanders have five selections, beginning at No. 29 overall. Dane Brugler of The Athletic recently revealed his complete seven-round mock draft. Let’s see who Brugler picked for Washington, and we will break down each selection.
1 (29). Ohio State WR Emeka Egbuka
Egbuka continues the theme of building around Daniels and the offense. Here’s the kicker, though. Brugler passed on edge rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku, offensive tackle Josh Simmons and safety Malaki Starks to pick Egbuka. All three would be big additions to each of their respective positions. It’s difficult to imagine Washington passing on Ezeiruaku. What makes it worse is that Ezeiruaku falls to the Eagles. That would be a nightmare scenario. Here’s Brugler’s thoughts on Egbuka:
It was hard to pass on Donovan Ezeiruaku, who would fill a big need for the Commanders at pass rusher. But the idea of adding a polished receiver such as Egbuka would be an appealing option — and would move Washington one step closer to an all-Ohio State receiving depth chart.
2 (61). UCLA EDGE Oluwafemi Oladejo
If the draft broke this way, it would be perfect for the Commanders. Washington is among several teams reportedly intrigued by Oladejo. While he’s a bit raw as a prospect, Oladejo’s potential is off the charts. He has experience playing off-ball linebacker and on the edge. His size, length, power and athleticism make him one of the draft’s more tantalizing prospects. Washington coach Dan Quinn and GM Adam Peters were present at his pro day and had him in town for a top 30 visit. You have to like Quinn’s chances of turning Oladejo’s potential into serious production.
4 (128). Kansas State RB DJ Giddens
A two-year starter, Giddens rushed for over 2,500 combined yards the past two seasons and 17 rushing touchdowns. Giddens has good size (6-foot-0, 212) and was excellent at the NFL combine, running the 40-yard dash in 4.43 seconds. He is also a solid receiver out of the backfield. Washington could get a steal in Giddens, who is the victim of this draft being so deep at running back.
6 (205). Notre Dame LB Jack Kiser
Kiser started games in five of his six college seasons. He is productive, has outstanding instincts and could thrive on special teams. Kiser plays with the type of mindset that Quinn and Peters love. It’s easy to see Washington targeting Kiser on Day 3. Kiser’s lack of a desired athletic profile is his biggest knock, but his effort is outstanding.
7 (245). USC C Jonah Monheim
A three-year starter for one of college football’s premier programs is impressive. Monheim is listed as a center, but started games at center, right tackle and left tackle for the Trojans. He has good size for a center (6-foot-4, 302). His overall length keeps him from playing tackle in the NFL, but Monheim could be excellent insurance for starting center Tyler Biadasz this late in the draft.
This article originally appeared on Commanders Wire: Breaking down each Commanders’ pick in The Athletic’s 7-round mock
We are one week away from the 2025 NFL draft. The Washington Commanders look to continue their strong offseason, adding to a roster that surprisingly played in the NFC championship game.
The Commanders enter next week’s draft short on picks. Washington has dealt multiple picks for veteran starters (CB) Marshon Lattimore, (WR) Deebo Samuel and (LT) Laremy Tunsil. Lattimore was acquired at the trade deadline last season and was never fully healthy. The Commanders hope a healthy Lattimore will transform their secondary in 2025. Samuel and Tunsil were significant additions last month in general manager Adam Peters’ mission to continue surrounding quarterback Jayden Daniels with elite talent.
Currently, the Commanders have five selections, beginning at No. 29 overall. Dane Brugler of The Athletic recently revealed his complete seven-round mock draft. Let’s see who Brugler picked for Washington, and we will break down each selection.
1 (29). Ohio State WR Emeka Egbuka
Egbuka continues the theme of building around Daniels and the offense. Here’s the kicker, though. Brugler passed on edge rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku, offensive tackle Josh Simmons and safety Malaki Starks to pick Egbuka. All three would be big additions to each of their respective positions. It’s difficult to imagine Washington passing on Ezeiruaku. What makes it worse is that Ezeiruaku falls to the Eagles. That would be a nightmare scenario. Here’s Brugler’s thoughts on Egbuka:
It was hard to pass on Donovan Ezeiruaku, who would fill a big need for the Commanders at pass rusher. But the idea of adding a polished receiver such as Egbuka would be an appealing option — and would move Washington one step closer to an all-Ohio State receiving depth chart.
2 (61). UCLA EDGE Oluwafemi Oladejo
If the draft broke this way, it would be perfect for the Commanders. Washington is among several teams reportedly intrigued by Oladejo. While he’s a bit raw as a prospect, Oladejo’s potential is off the charts. He has experience playing off-ball linebacker and on the edge. His size, length, power and athleticism make him one of the draft’s more tantalizing prospects. Washington coach Dan Quinn and GM Adam Peters were present at his pro day and had him in town for a top 30 visit. You have to like Quinn’s chances of turning Oladejo’s potential into serious production.
4 (128). Kansas State RB DJ Giddens
A two-year starter, Giddens rushed for over 2,500 combined yards the past two seasons and 17 rushing touchdowns. Giddens has good size (6-foot-0, 212) and was excellent at the NFL combine, running the 40-yard dash in 4.43 seconds. He is also a solid receiver out of the backfield. Washington could get a steal in Giddens, who is the victim of this draft being so deep at running back.
6 (205). Notre Dame LB Jack Kiser
Kiser started games in five of his six college seasons. He is productive, has outstanding instincts and could thrive on special teams. Kiser plays with the type of mindset that Quinn and Peters love. It’s easy to see Washington targeting Kiser on Day 3. Kiser’s lack of a desired athletic profile is his biggest knock, but his effort is outstanding.
7 (245). USC C Jonah Monheim
A three-year starter for one of college football’s premier programs is impressive. Monheim is listed as a center, but started games at center, right tackle and left tackle for the Trojans. He has good size for a center (6-foot-4, 302). His overall length keeps him from playing tackle in the NFL, but Monheim could be excellent insurance for starting center Tyler Biadasz this late in the draft.
This article originally appeared on Commanders Wire: Breaking down each Commanders’ pick in The Athletic’s 7-round mock
