The Washington Commanders could look a lot different in 2024. After finishing 4-13 and losing their final eight games, Washington fans will welcome change.
The Commanders have nine picks in the 2024 NFL draft, including the No. 2 overall pick and three of the top 40 selections. Washington will most likely find its quarterback of the future between Drake Maye and Jayden Daniels at No. 2.
The draft isn’t the only way to rebuild Washington’s roster. The Commanders have over $73 million in salary cap space in 2024. That’s No. 1 in the NFL, according to Over the Cap. Of course, Washington has numerous free agents it must decide on, including cornerback Kendall Fuller, safety Kam Curl and wide receiver Curtis Samuel.
While new GM Adam Peters stated the Commanders would build through the draft, he said Washington would use free agency to supplement the roster.
While the Commanders currently have an estimated $73 million in available cap space for 2024, that number could grow significantly if they decide to move on from some veterans.
We preview five veterans who could be cap casualties this offseason.
All contract numbers are courtesy of Over the Cap.
Logan Thomas #82 of the Washington Commanders. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
Logan Thomas enters the final season of his contract in 2024. He’s due to count $8.29 million against the salary cap; releasing him would save over $6 million in cap space. The Commanders must upgrade the tight end position. While Thomas is a beloved veteran, Washington needs more from the spot and will likely spend the offseason revamping the group.
Washington Commanders offensive tackle Charles Leno Jr. (72) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Left tackle Charles Leno Jr. is due to count $15.5 million against the salary cap in 2024 — the fourth-highest on the team. If the Commanders release Leno, they will save $7.3 million in cap space. Leno is a much better player than some on social media give him credit for. Yes, you can improve at left tackle — and you MUST improve — but Leno is a reliable veteran. It seems likely Washington will make a move here, especially at his current number.
Andrew Wylie #71 of the Washington Commanders. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
Could Andrew Wylie be one and done? Wylie was signed to a two-year deal last offseason, and he…
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