The Washington Commanders did not dominate headlines over the weekend like other teams may have, but there was still plenty to discuss. During the latest episode of Take Command on 106.7 The Fan, host Grant Paulsen and former Washington tight end Logan Paulsen discussed several developments surrounding the team as free agency approaches and an overall Washington Commanders weekend recap.
From the return of veteran defensive lineman Deatrich Wise Jr. to speculation about a possible reunion with Von Miller, the conversation alluded to how the Commanders may be shaping their roster over the next few weeks.
Below are some of the key takeaways from the weekend discussion.
Deatrich Wise Gets Extended
The biggest Commanders news over the weekend involved re-signing Wise. While it is not a blockbuster move, it signals what Washington still wants to improve on defense.
Paulson also discussed Wise’s role as a physical edge defender who can help against the run.
“He’s not going to have 15 sacks,” Paulson said. “But he just plays the position in a physically violent, aggressive, competitive manner. He uses his hands well, and he’s big enough to set the edge.”
Paulsen emphasized how Wise is viewed as a leader.
“He’s just a stellar human being. Those are the types of guys you want in the building. Competitive, smart, tough.”
Von Miller Open to Returning to DC?
Another interesting topic from the discussion involved the chance that Von Miller might be returning to DC.
Miller recently mentioned that he would be interested in coming back, something Paulsen believes could still make sense.
“When you’re that productive rushing the passer, it’s always intriguing,” Paulsen said. “He’s closer to the end than the beginning of his career, but there’s definitely still a role.”
Rather than making Miller a priority signing early in free agency, Paulsen suggested Washington could revisit the situation later, depending on what happens with the roster.
“I’d probably look at younger players first,” Paulsen explained. “But if things don’t work out there, having someone like Von waiting in the wings makes a lot of sense.”
Sonny Styles: A Possible Commanders First-Rounder?
There has been a lot of talk about Sonny Styles in Washington, DC as the Commanders’ first-round pick in the NFL Draft.
Some comparisons have been made to former top prospect Isaiah Simmons, but Paulsen believes the two players are vastly different.
“When you watch Sonny Styles, the fundamental football is fantastic,” Paulsen said. “He’s physical, he’s downhill, and he knows how to take on blocks.”
Paulson highlighted Styles’ tackling ability as a big positive that separates him from past “positionless” prospects.
“He missed two tackles last year. That’s the thing that stands out. He’s objectively a really good football player.”
Is Wide Receiver a Top Priority?
Another topic of discussion was Washington’s need for more playmakers on offense, particularly at wide receiver.
Paulsen noted that adding another perimeter weapon could alter the entire offense.
“If you add another outside playmaker next to Terry, all of a sudden the offense feels really dynamic,” he said.
With free agency approaching, wide receiver could be one of the more important positions for Washington to address if they want to make a significant impact in 2026.
Final Thoughts
This Washington Commanders weekend recap made it clear that the team did not dominate the news cycle over the past few days. That does not mean nothing happened.
Some of the local conversations around the team started to hint at where Washington might be heading next. The defensive front remains a clear focus. Veteran pass-rush help is still on the table. And the search for more offensive playmakers has not gone anywhere.
It was a quiet couple of days on the surface. Still, the discussion around the team left plenty to think about as Washington moves closer to free agency.