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The Washington Commanders have the chance to grab one of the best impact players in the 2026 NFL Draft with the seventh overall pick, but it's always smart to remember that their class is more than just one pick.

As it currently stands, the Commanders will enter the three-day event at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with six picks. Peters has drafted 14 players so far during his time as the Commanders' general manager, and there are several of them who have bright futures in the NFL. That list includes quarterback Jayden Daniels -- his first pick in 2024 at No. 2 overall -- as well as tackle Josh Conerly and cornerback Trey Amos.

The Commanders will have one of the smallest classes this year, which means they'll need to get the most possible value out of every selection. The good news is that the work they did in free agency to address multiple positions of need, such as pass rusher, tight end and running back, puts them in position to take the best players available.

And since most people have been rightfully focused on the No. 7 pick, we're going to broaden the scope and examine a few players in the later rounds who could improve Washington's roster. After starting with the seventh round, we're moving on to the sixth, where the Commanders have the 187th and 209th overall picks.

Tacario Davis, CB, Washington: Injuries derailed Davis' 2025 season with the Huskies, but there's enough film from his time at Arizona to feel good about his development in the NFL. A Second Team All-Big 12 selection in 2024, he led the team with six pass breakups while recording 44 tackles in 11 starts. He'll need to strengthen his technique, but he's certainly disruptive enough to earn a chance at winning a roster spot.

Parker Brailsford, C, Alabama: Let's address the obvious need for Brailsford: he needs to get bigger to succeed in the NFL. He weighed 289 pounds at the combine, which simply isn't going to work at the next level. However, he does have quickness and shows good technique in pass protection at times. He's another project with some upside if he can put on some weight.

Tyreak Sapp, EDGE, Florida: Sapp only participated in one drill at the combine: the bench press, and he put up 28 reps, so he does have some strength to his skill set. He played on the edge at Florida but might be better suited in the interior in the NFL. He has a strong bull rush and isn't easily moved in the run game.

Eric Rivers, WR, Georgia Tech: Georgia Tech doesn't often produce NFL receivers because of their offense, but Rivers might break that mold. He led the team with 46 receptions and 658 yards after bouncing around with Florida International, where he was a First Team All-Conference USA selection, and Memphis. Rivers is an obvious slot candidate at the NFL level at 5-foot-10 and 176 pounds, but he also has rare speed with a 4.35 40-yard dash time.

Eli Heidenreich, RB, Navy: There isn't a clear consensus on what Heidenreich will be in the NFL, but it's clear that he can be a weapon wherever teams put him. He led Navy in receiving yards in each of his three seasons as a running back, setting a record with 941 in 2025. Heidenreich said at the combine that teams have viewed him as both a slot receiver and running back, but it's clear that he can make plays if you put the ball in his hands.

Jalen Huskey, S, Maryland: A local kid, Huskey spent two seasons at Bowling Green before finishing college with the Terps. Huskey has strong instincts and a nose for the ball, catching seven interceptions in his two seasons in Maryland's defense. He's not the quickest or fastest player on the field, but he's willing to pull his weight and contribute at every level of the defense.

Beau Stephens, G, Iowa: Stephens is a three-year starter who specialized at guard throughout his career. He's played both right and left but stuck to the left side in his final two seasons. He's at his best in the run game, when he can use good angles to work his way into the second level of the defense.

Collin Wright, CB, Stanford: Wright has experience on the outside and in the slot but seems better suited for the latter. He's a three-year starter who did show some athleticism with the ball when he returned an interception for a touchdown last season. He could develop into a good depth player at some point, but for now, he's likely better suited for special teams.

Dillon Bell, WR, Georgia: Similar to Heidenreich, Bell was more of an offensive weapon at Georgia. He majored at wide receiver but also has five rushing touchdowns and some experience returning kicks up his sleeve. Any team looking to get their receivers in motion on jet sweeps and reverses should be happy with Bell's skill set.

Ahmaad Moses, S, SMU: Moses has been one of the better safeties in college football over the last two seasons, recording eight interceptions and returning two for touchdowns. He's a two-year starter with two All-ACC selections and has good instincts in coverage. He's a bit undersized but has the athleticism to keep up with slot receivers. He might end up playing closer to the line of scrimmage but will need to improve his tackling skills first.