A lot can change in a year.
Just 12 months ago, the Washington Commanders formally announced themselves back among the playoff challengers by trading for veteran cornerback Marshon Lattimore. Now, reports suggest that general manager Adam Peters is looking to offload assets in a deadline fire sale.
The Commanders were expected to make a bold Super Bowl bid this season. Peters was aggressive in his recruitment heading into the campaign, so fans and everyone in the building were bullish about Washington's outlook. Unfortunately, things have not gone according to plan.
Injuries have ravaged the roster. The offensive and defensive schemes are coming under fire. The NFL's oldest roster looks slow and way past its sell-by date. Young players who were expected to thrive have regressed considerably at the worst possible time.
Dan Quinn's squad is 3-6 with the Detroit Lions up next. Looking at how competitive things are in the NFC this season, the chances of making the playoffs have long gone.
Peters must react accordingly. Time is of the essence, but here are 10 Commanders players who might be traded before the November 4 cut-off point.
Commanders players whom Adam Peters could trade in a deadline fire sale
Andrew Wylie - Commanders OL
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Commanders are looking to trade versatile offensive lineman Andrew Wylie if a suitable offer comes in. And Ben Standig, who now covers the team independently, told sources there would be a market for the two-time Super Bowl winner.
Wylie lost his starting right tackle job to rookie Josh Conerly Jr. this season. He stepped into the breach at right guard when Nick Allegretti underperformed, but Sam Cosmi's return sent him back to the fringes. Teams are always looking for offensive line help, so there's a chance they call to see what it might take to secure the Eastern Michigan product's services.
Nick Allegretti - Commanders OL
Speaking of Nick Allegretti, Schultz also named the interior presence as someone the Commanders are actively looking to remove from the equation. He's got proven experience as a dependable backup capable of slotting in seamlessly at either guard spot, but his time as a starter in Washington did not go well.
Allegretti floundered at the left guard spot last season. He was benched after two games of the 2025 campaign. His contract, which doesn't expire until 2027, is a stumbling block, but the Commanders could afford to take on some of his salary to reach an agreement.
Whether any suitable interest arises for Allegretti remains to be seen. But it's something to monitor in the hours ahead.