The Washington Commanders are evidently focused on capturing a Super Bowl title at this moment. Following their defeat to the Eagles in the NFC Championship game at the end of the 2024 season, it became crystal clear that the Washington leadership believes they have a shot at the Lombardi Trophy while Jayden Daniels is still on his rookie contract.

Although GM Adam Peters has consistently emphasized building the roster through the NFL Draft, the outcomes from last year have shifted expectations and altered the Commanders’ overall approach. After only securing four victories in 2023, Daniels was instrumental in leading Washington to an impressive 12-5 record in the regular season, culminating in their first NFC Championship game appearance since 1991.

Last year’s squad was largely assembled with high-potential veterans eager to prove themselves with team-friendly contracts. Now, as the NFL Draft looms about a month away, it’s apparent that Peters is earnestly working to surround Daniels with maximum talent immediately.

The first significant maneuver was acquiring versatile wide receiver Deebo Samuel from the 49ers for a fifth-round draft pick. Samuel, alongside Terry McLaurin, renders the Commanders’ offense exceedingly challenging to strategize against.

Additionally, Washington decided to retain veteran tight end Zach Ertz, who played an essential role in the team’s 2024 achievements as a reliable option for Daniels.

However, the most astonishing move of the offseason throughout the NFL was Washington trading multiple draft picks to secure Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil from the Houston Texans. This transaction signaled to the rest of the NFL that the Commanders are intent on winning now.

While they still possess a few high draft selections—and succeeded with most of their picks last year—it’s apparent that Peters and his team are willing to part with draft capital to acquire proven players. Last Word on Sports speculates that the Commanders are not finished yet, suggesting that Washington would be an excellent destination for Miami Dolphins star WR Tyreek Hill.

Pro Football Focus speculates that top-tier wide receiver Tyreek Hill might be available for trade, as the Dolphins might be motivated to move him. According to PFF, the Miami Dolphins have few trade assets beyond Hill, who has been the subject of various rumors since last year.

Hill hinted at the possibility of moving on after a frustrating 2024 season with the Dolphins but quickly expressed openness to staying. Nonetheless, there are no guarantees he will remain a Dolphin, as the saying goes, “Never say never,” especially in this league. The Washington Commanders are in a prime position to clinch a Super Bowl.

Quarterback Jayden Daniels is improving with each opportunity, but the acquisition of Deebo Samuel could be a concern. The team might be testing the waters, but if Samuel doesn’t excel, the Commanders should consider going all in by trading for Hill to propel them towards ending their championship drought.