Overhauling the defense has been a central theme this offseason for Washington Commanders general manager Adam Peters. Considering that Dan Quinn's team stumbled to a 5-12 record after winning 12 games a year ago, it's a good thing Washington is busy making upgrades.
While the Commanders have upgraded every level of defense, this roster still has more room for improvement. There is still one All-Pro defender waiting to be signed in free agency.
Recently, Bleacher Report's Gary Davenport suggested the Commanders should sign cornerback Trevon Diggs. The 27-year-old finished last season with the Packers, but played just one game before being released this offseason.
"At this point in free agency, there are no sure things left, especially at a premium position like cornerback," Davenport wrote. "But cap space is not an issue in Washington, the team still needs help at corner and there is no player at a higher-caliber position still looking for work than the 27-year-old."
Now free to join any team of his choice, the one-time All-Pro hasn't been able to find an immediate fit. Still, surely some teams will take the chance on the two-time Pro Bowl cornerback returning to peak form with a change in landscape.
One reason Diggs is taking his time is to make sure he can be as healthy as possible after battling injuries in Dallas that limited him to just eight games before his release on December 30. After recording an NFL-high 11 interceptions in 2021, Diggs' career has cooled off considerably, but he still has 64 games of starting experience.
With Washington aiming to return to being a playoff contender in 2026, acquiring someone with star potential like Diggs at a low price is exactly the type of risk the Commanders should take.
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