The Washington Commanders are reportedly not planning to move defensive lineman Daron Payne this offseason. There was a time when that wasn't so certain, but general manager Adam Peters is excited to have him as part of the team's plans for one more season.
However, that didn't stop one NFL analyst from touting a potential trade to an ascending team with lofty ambitions for the 2026 campaign.
Washington isn't going to offer Payne an extension in advance. That makes it a prove-it year for the Pro Bowler, who hasn't quite lived up to the $90 million contract given out by head coach Ron Rivera after his 11.