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How did Week 16 impact the Commanders and 2026 NFL draft?

Story byBryan Manning, Commanders WireMon, December 22, 2025 at 8:01 AM UTC·2 min readAfter a win last week, the Washington Commanders were back in the losing column in Week 16 after a 29-18 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. After winning 12 games last season and reaching the NFC Championship Game, the Commanders didn't pick until 29th overall in the 2025 NFL draft. Washington didn't live up to expectations this season and is currently 4-11 with two games remaining. After losing eight games in a row, the Commanders defeated the New York Giants last week.

How did Week 16 impact the Commanders and 2026 NFL draft?

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Key Highlights

  • The win cost them a couple of spots in the 2026 NFL draft order. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementFortunately for those Washington fans rooting for the highest draft pick possible, Saturday's loss helped.
  • Washington, which had tumbled to No.
  • 8 after its win over the Giants, was back up to No.
  • 7 thanks to wins by the New Orleans Saints and Cincinnati Bengals.
  • The Saints are playing well, having won three consecutive games.
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