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Commanders Hold Three-Day Minicamp, Evaluate Depth, Target Scheme-Fit Signings

6/20/2026

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Commanders Test Depth

The Washington Commanders held a three-day mandatory minicamp in Ashburn, Virginia to test roster depth.
Head coach Dan Quinn said the camp gave lower-rep players more reps and allowed assessment of the roster’s middle.
Quarterback Jayden Daniels worked on the new offense’s terminology and the reasons each play is run.
General manager Adam Peters’ staff is seeking scheme-fit signings, with Dan Quinn noting outside help may be added.

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Rush Pick-Six

Darius Rush intercepted a pass from seventh-round pick Athan Kaliakmanis and returned it for a touchdown during 7-on-7 drills.
Rush’s pick-six could decide his spot on Washington’s 53-man roster, coaches said.
General manager Adam Peters is weighing a cornerback addition, though no move is confirmed.
Jake Moody and undrafted rookie Drew Stevens each went 6-for-6 on Day 3, prompting head coach Dan Quinn to say the competition stays open through summer.

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Quinn Rushing Attack

Quinn said the Commanders will run a rushing attack with Bill Croskey-Merritt, Rachaad White, Kaytron Allen and Jeremy McNichols.
Coordinator David Blough will emphasize zone runs and pair group with tackle and guard Sam Cosmi for play-action.
Quinn said modern NFL rarely features a single dominant back, citing Bijan Robinson as an exception.
Croskey-Merritt had 175 carries for 805 yards (4.6 ypc) and eight touchdowns in 2025.
White recorded 132 carries for 572 yards (4.3 ypc) in 2025.

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Commanders Test Depth

The Washington Commanders held a three-day mandatory minicamp in Ashburn, Virginia to test roster depth.
Head coach Dan Quinn said the camp gave lower-rep players more reps and allowed assessment of the roster’s middle.
Quarterback Jayden Daniels worked on the new offense’s terminology and the reasons each play is run.
General manager Adam Peters’ staff is seeking scheme-fit signings, with Dan Quinn noting outside help may be added.

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