Commanders urged to focus draft plans on Jayden Daniels originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The Washington Commanders' offseason plans have been centered on beefing up the defense for Dan Quinn, and now that the NFL Draft is approaching, how the franchise approaches it will be an interesting watch.Will the Commanders look to add more defensive personnel? Or should Washington look to add more weapons for Jayden Daniels?After all, the Commanders only have Terry McLaurin as a genuine threat, and that can't be how Washington moves into Week 1.

Given that the Commanders hold the No. 7 overall pick, they could have their choice of receiver, either Jordyn Tyson or Carnell Tate. For NFL.com's Kevin Patra, Washington has to get Daniels help in the draft."Washington largely focused on fortifying a moribund defense in free agency," Patra wrote. "Now it's time to help Jayden Daniels.

The Commanders lack a legit WR2 behind Terry McLaurin. Adding a wideout who can feast off one-on-one coverage would make Daniels' life easier in Year 3."More:Analyst highlights glaring Chargers need in NFL DraftDaniels facing Year 3 pressureWe're about to get a great idea of what to expect from Daniels long-term in 2026.His rookie season was outstanding, as he led the Commanders to the NFC Championship game, but last season? Concerns over his slight build were raised as Daniels was bitten by the injury bug, playing just seven games.So, who will we get in 2026?

Rookie Daniels, 2025 Daniels? Or maybe a mixture of both?Either way, the pressure is on Daniels to bounce back from a not-so-good 2025 season, and to do that, he'll need help.Which Washington, if it chooses, can give him in the draft.More NFL news:Steelers' Cam Heyward makes return plea to 4-time All-Pro QBDraft will prove ultimate tell for Bills' Brandon BeaneChiefs have several questions to answer in NFL DraftCould Ravens make history in NFL Draft?Analyst offers interesting QB name for Steelers to draft