Commanders insider expects team to consider a specific type of back in NFL Draft

The Washington Commanders are in need of adding some strength to the running back room.

Jeremy Brener | Apr 12, 2025

Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell attempts to stop Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. / Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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The Washington Commanders could be looking to add someone in the NFL Draft, through trade or selection, that can lead their running game for the next few seasons.

ESPN insider John Keim emphasizes how important of a need running back is for them going into the draft.

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. / Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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"They could definitely add more playmakers," Keim writes. "Washington would like to find a dynamic running back capable of playing on every down. In the Commanders' past 11 games, including three games in the postseason, their running backs averaged 3.0 yards per carry or less six times. Subpar run blocking didn't help, but they need someone capable of creating more yards on the ground apart from quarterback Jayden Daniels. A speed receiver on the outside opposite Terry McLaurin remains an option, too."

Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler are both free agents after the season, so finding someone who could eventually replace them for 2026, or even 2025, would be ideal.

The NFL Draft is set for April 24-26.

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Published Apr 12, 2025

JEREMY BRENER

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