With the Washington Commanders chances of postseason contention out the window, the offseason will come sooner than expected, and trade chip defensive playmaker Daron Payne could be on the move. According to Bleacher Report, they believe the Commanders’ biggest trade asset this upcoming offseason is Payne. This makes a ton of sense, while they already dealt Jonathan Allen and Chase Young in past moves, Payne remains as the lone veteran on this defensive line that could be on the trade block. Originally selected in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft, the former Alabama product is entering the final year of his current deal next season.
Commanders “Most Valuable” Trade Chip This Offseason Revealed as Daron Payne – 3 Possible Future Destinations
This means that the Commanders have a huge decision on their hands. With the team already signed veteran Javon Kinlaw through 2027 and former second-round pick Jer’Zhan Newton showing some promise, there might not be enough cap space to extend Payne. The veteran is aging, and that is something the Commanders will have to think about this upcoming offseason, especially since quarterback Jayden Daniels is soon eligible for a new deal and would rather lock him up for several years as a Commander. While speculation will heat up after coming off that “punch” to Lions star wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, these are issues that the Commanders will take into account for his future.
Here are three teams that could acquire him in a potential trade this upcoming offseason.
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