Locked On Commanders - Daily Podcast On The Washington Commanders

The Washington Commanders are back on the field for offseason workouts, and one of the biggest storylines is already clear: Terry McLaurin sounds very interested in what new offensive coordinator David Blough is building.

On today’s Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, and David Harrison break down McLaurin’s comments about Blough’s offense, the idea of Terry becoming an even bigger focal point, and what that could mean for Jayden Daniels heading into the 2026 NFL season.

We also dive into rookie wide receiver Antonio Williams, the Commanders’ third-round pick out of Clemson, and whether his route running, versatility, and ability to line up inside or outside could make him a real factor in Washington’s offense right away. Could Williams beat expectations as a rookie? And how should fans view his receiving-yard futures and potential role next to Terry McLaurin?

Plus, we look at the Commanders’ 2026 preseason schedule, joint practices with the Miami Dolphins and Baltimore Ravens, and why those reps may matter more than the actual preseason games for Dan Quinn, Jayden Daniels, David Blough, and the rest of Washington’s starters.

Topics include:

Terry McLaurin’s role in David Blough’s offense

Jayden Daniels entering Year 3

Antonio Williams’ rookie upside

Commanders offseason workouts

Washington’s preseason schedule

Joint practices with the Dolphins and Ravens

Dan Quinn and Adam Peters’ offseason plan

NFC East expectations entering 2026

Commanders Squad brings you real Washington Commanders talk, roster analysis, offseason storylines, NFL schedule breakdowns, and honest debate on where this team is headed.

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Commanders fans, discover how moving Jayden Daniels under center could transform Washington’s run game and elevate the entire offense. A breakdown of why David Blough’s new offensive scheme makes downhill running a priority, with in-depth analysis on how under-center formations impact success rates for backs like Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Kaytron Allen.

Examine the hard numbers behind shotgun versus under center run success, the role of duo and counter concepts, and how condensed personnel with tight ends such as Ben Sinnott can unlock new dimensions. Explore why the previous regime’s heavy reliance on the shotgun made the Commanders predictable and how this strategic shift aims to bring greater balance, unpredictability, and efficiency in 2026.

Chapters:

00:00 Run Game Philosophy Shift

06:00 Under Center vs. Shotgun Stats

11:56 Projecting Croskey-Merritt and Allen

18:55 Why This Change Was Necessary

20:35 Jayden Daniels’ NFL/College Usage

26:29 Impact on Edge Rushers and Offensive Growth

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The Washington Commanders are built to smash the over on their 7.5 win total in 2026. David Blough and Daronte Jones are installing schemes designed to clear the picture and the path for Jayden Daniels, letting him process rapidly and strike downfield. Offensively, condensed splits and wide-zone runs strip away the pre-snap clutter. Defensively, sim pressures and zero-blitz looks will keep quarterbacks guessing. It is an aggressive identity shift designed to completely upend the NFC East.

The schedule also does them a few favors, opening the door for an early run. Catching the Seattle Seahawks on an early body-clock kickoff and exposing a flawed New York Giants front sets up edge rushers like Sonny Styles and Odafe Oweh to completely wreck games. On the other side of the ball, Terry McLaurin and Kaytron Allen have the exact physical skill sets needed to take over and close out high-leverage situations.

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The Washington Commanders 2026 schedule is officially here, and today on Commanders Squad, we’re breaking down the full slate from every angle.

Washington opens with a tough NFC East road stretch against the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys, then finally gets its home opener in Week 3 against the Seattle Seahawks. From there, the Commanders head overseas for a Week 4 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, one of the biggest spotlight games on the schedule.

We’ll discuss:

The brutal early-season stretch

Why the division games being front-loaded matters

The Commanders’ London game against the Colts

Washington’s primetime matchups against the 49ers, Eagles, Giants and Bengals

The Week 7 bye and how it sets up the second half

The back-end schedule with games against the Cardinals, Titans, Texans, Falcons, Vikings, Jaguars and Cowboys

Whether this schedule helps or hurts Jayden Daniels, Dan Quinn and Washington’s playoff hopes

The Commanders have at least five nationally televised games, including four primetime windows, and the NFL clearly still sees Washington as one of the more intriguing teams in the league. Now the question is simple: did the schedule makers do them any favors, or is this thing a trap door with shoulder pads?

Join Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong and David Harrison for another episode of Commanders Squad as we react to the full 2026 Washington Commanders schedule and what it means for the season ahead.

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Washington Commanders’ 2026 NFL schedule promises fierce showdowns, grueling stretches, and key matchups featuring divisional rivals like the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys. The Commanders face back-to-back road games to start the season, a challenging international game in London against the Indianapolis Colts, and high-profile clashes with playoff contenders, including the Seattle Seahawks and Cincinnati Bengals. Exclusive prime time games and critical home stands against teams like the Los Angeles Rams, New York Giants, and Houston Texans amplify the pressure and excitement.

Can new coordinators Daronte Jones and David Blough, and a healthy Jayden Daniels, spark a resurgence against one of the league’s toughest schedules? Get early insights into the toughest and easiest stretches, international trip dynamics, and the season’s pivotal games. Explore how the Commanders look to reclaim momentum and answer big playoff questions with a roster spotlighted in high-stakes national broadcasts.

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