The Washington Commanders have already taken steps to strengthen their squad following a remarkable 2024 campaign that saw them advance to the NFC Championship Game. One notable move involved trading a fifth-round pick to the San Francisco 49ers for wide receiver Deebo Samuel, along with assuming the final year of his three-year, $71.5 million contract. However, the team also saw the departure of wide receivers Dyami Brown, who signed a one-year, $10 million deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars, and Olamide Zaccheaus, who agreed to a one-year, $1.5 million contract with the Chicago Bears. As a result, Daniel Valente and Brendeen Degg from The Score forecast that Washington is likely to bring in free agent . They noted, “Washington has a hole at wide receiver even after acquiring Deebo Samuel. Adding a reliable veteran like Allen to the offense would offer draft flexibility and prevent the need to pursue another wide receiver.”
At 32, Allen had a strong season with the Bears, starting in 15 games and posting 70 receptions, 744 yards, and seven touchdowns on 121 targets. Throughout his 12-year career, the seasoned receiver has consistently been a dependable option, recording at least 1,000 receiving yards in six seasons and earning six Pro Bowl selections. With Allen set to turn 33 by the 2025 season, the Commanders might secure his services without a hefty price tag, as Spotrac values him at $11.1 million per year—a manageable expense given Washington’s $32.2 million in cap space, ranking 14th in the NFL.
