Commanders named a top destination for four-time Pro Bowl wideout

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The Washington Commanders just wrapped up OTAs this week. Next week, the team holds its mandatory minicamp, before getting about five weeks off before training camp next month.

It seems like the most-talked-about player in relation to the Commanders doesn't even play for them. We've known for a while that San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk wanted to play for Washington, but he's made that perfectly clear over the past week. Last weekend, he posted two separate images on Instagram with Commanders-related gear.

Then, Aiyuk went on two different rants aimed at his current employer this week.

As for the Commanders, they're not saying a word.

Before Washington opened OTAs, there were plenty of rumors surrounding Stefon Diggs and the Commanders. It's something Diggs would reportedly like, especially considering he's from Maryland and played at the University of Maryland. However, we haven't heard Diggs connected to Washington lately.

That doesn't mean the Commanders couldn't sign Diggs ahead of training camp next month. In fact, Jordan Dajani of CBS Sports recently named Washington as one of the five best landing spots for Diggs.

The Washington Commanders could use another wide receiver. Adam Peters drafted Clemson slot weapon Antonio Williams, but it's fair to wonder if Jayden Daniels has enough talent at wideout to support another NFC Championship run.

Deebo Samuel, who is no longer with the team, led the Commanders in receiving last year with 727 yards. That ranked No. 42 in the NFL. Terry McLaurin put together the worst season of his career with 582 yards receiving in 10 games played, as he struggled to stay healthy. If Washington's WR1 has another season like that, this Commanders passing attack is doomed. Diggs is also a DMV man and played his high school ball 13 miles north of Washington D.C. before starring at the University of Maryland.

The move makes sense for Washington on multiple levels. One, Diggs can still play at a high level, as he was the leading receiver for the AFC champions in 2025, surpassing 1,000 receiving yards. Secondly, Diggs isn't going to cost a lot and would not require more than a one-year commitment.

What's holding the Commanders back? It's clear they want Aiyuk and are content to wait for things to finally end there. When will it end? It doesn't appear to be anytime soon.

This article originally appeared on Commanders Wire: Washington Commanders named top destination for 4-time Pro Bowl WR

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