A serviceable depth re-signing that keeps continuity on Washington's defensive line rebuild. Multiple headlines confirm this is a deliberate, proactive move ahead of free agency. The strongest signal is Wise's quad injury ending his 2025 season, raising legitimate durability concerns. Fans are cautiously optimistic, noting his veteran presence but questioning his health heading into 2026. If Wise stays healthy, he's a solid rotational piece, but his injury history limits upside significantly.
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This signing grades out as a significant overpay for the Washington Commanders — the team is paying more than the on-field production currently warrants. Deatrich's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL DEs, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $1.4M average annual value ranks as bargain money for the DE market. The concern here is the gap between production and cost — unproven output at bargain money means the team is paying a premium above the player's on-field value. Deatrich is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract.
Contract Details
Total Value
$1.4M
AAV
$1.4M
Guaranteed
$75K
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