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Commanders quickly pull the plug on costly gamble in 2026 mock draft

Adam Peters is in a tricky situation. His gamble to propel the Washington Commanders into win-now mode during the offseason hasn't reaped the required rewards. Injuries haven't helped, but the general manager has a significant amount of hard work ahead of him as his third recruitment period begins.

The Commanders could have more than $100 million in salary-cap space if the necessary sacrifices are made. That should help plug some holes, but if the front-office leader wants a more sustainable future, building through the draft is crucial.

There's a problem. The Commanders only have six picks in the 2026 NFL Draft as things stand.