The Washington Commanders are actively seeking to trade down in the 2026 NFL Draft to increase their number of picks. General manager Adam Peters is looking to navigate the draft landscape after trading away their second and fourth-round selections in the deal for left tackle Laremy Tunsil, who has since become the NFL's highest-paid offensive tackle. Currently holding the No. 7 overall pick, the Commanders are among five teams in the top 10 looking to move back, alongside the Arizona Cardinals, Tennessee Titans, New York Giants, and Cleveland Browns. However, the challenge lies in finding teams willing to trade up, especially given the lack of depth in quarterback talent in this draft class. Analysts suggest that the Commanders could drop to No. 16 in a potential trade with the New York Jets, gaining additional picks while passing on top prospects like running back Jeremiyah Love and wide receiver Carnell Tate. The decision to trade back or stay put at No. 7 is critical for Washington as they aim to secure a game-changing talent.