Jayden Daniels’ four-year $37.75 million rookie contract ($24.3M signing bonus) provides cost-controlled quarterback through 2027. The Offensive Rookie of Year carries $8.58M cap charge enabling aggressive talent acquisition.
Terry McLaurin’s August extension ($96M over three years, $32M AAV) made him seventh-highest paid receiver cementing offensive foundation.
Daron Payne leads charges at $26.17M through five-year $90M extension. Washington maintains $25 million current flexibility ranking fifth NFL after Marshon Lattimore trade added elite cornerback.
Commanders project $80M next-season space enabling continued roster building under Adam Peters.
Washington Commanders player biography and net worth information available for complete roster.
| Quarterbacks (QB) | Running Backs (RB) | Wide Receivers (WR) |
| Jayden Daniels | Brian Robinson Jr. | Terry McLaurin |
| Marcus Mariota | Austin Ekeler | Deebo Samuel |
| Josh Johnson | Jeremy McNichols | Luke McCaffrey |
| Sam Hartman | Jacory Croskey-Merritt | Jaylin Lane |
| Demetric Felton | Noah Brown | |
| Chris Rodriguez Jr. | Michael Gallup | |
| K.J. Osborn | ||
| Chris Moore | ||
| Ja’Corey Brooks | ||
| Jacoby Jones |
Daniels’ Immediate Impact
Twenty-four-year-old’s transformation from Heisman winner to NFL star validates #2 overall selection. His 3,568 yards, 25 TDs, 9 INTs plus 656 rushing yards earned OROY honors demonstrating dual-threat mastery.
| Player | Position | Cap Hit | Contract AAV | Through |
| Daron Payne | DT | $26.17M | $18M | 2027 |
| Terry McLaurin | WR | $25.5M | $32M | 2028 |
| Jonathan Allen | DT | $22.47M | $18M | 2026 |
| Marshon Lattimore | CB | $18M | $14.5M | This season |
| Frankie Luvu | LB | $12.54M | $24M (3yr) | 2027 |
| Sam Cosmi | OT | $10.5M | $56M (4yr) | 2028 |
| Andrew Wylie | OT | $10.41M | One-year deal | This season |
| Dorance Armstrong | EDGE | $10.18M | $45M (3yr) | 2027 |
| Tyler Biadasz | C | $9.17M | $55M (3yr) | 2027 |
| Jayden Daniels | QB | $8.58M | $9.44M | 2027 |
McLaurin’s extension features $70M fully guaranteed becoming highest total for receiver on third contract. His $32M AAV ranks seventh NFL behind Jefferson ($35M), Chase ($40.25M), Lamb ($34M) validating franchise receiver investment approaching age 30.
Lattimore’s November trade cost third, fourth, sixth-round picks receiving fifth back. His $18M current charge absorbs Saints final obligation before 2026 free agency decision determining long-term cornerback spending.
Daniels’ $10M Net Worth Foundation
Heisman Trophy winner built wealth through $25.07M earned signing bonus. His endorsements with Nike, Gatorade, Panini generate $2M annually supplementing $960K current base salary creating $27M total first-season earnings.
| Player | Est. Net Worth | Career Earnings | Key Achievement |
| Jayden Daniels | $10M-$15M | $25.07M earned | OROY winner |
| Terry McLaurin | $74M+ | $70.9M (career) | Two-time Pro Bowl |
| Daron Payne | $18M-$25M | $58M+ | 2023 All-Pro |
| Jonathan Allen | $25M-$35M | $88M+ | Four Pro Bowls |
| Marshon Lattimore | $30M-$40M | $115M+ | Four Pro Bowls |
McLaurin’s $74M net worth stems from $70.9M career earnings including rookie deal ($3.85M) plus extensions totaling $164.5M. His August contract pushes projected career total beyond $166M establishing franchise receiver legacy.
Lattimore accumulated $30-40M through Saints tenure ($115M over eight seasons). His #11 overall 2017 selection generated $20.7M rookie contract before consecutive extensions created generational wealth approaching ninth season.
Cap Space Championship Window
Washington’s $80M projected next-season availability enables aggressive free agency surrounding Daniels’ development. His extension talks enter discussion entering fourth-year 2027 with $50M+ AAV market rate creating significant escalation.
Extension Priorities: Sam Cosmi (final rookie year), Armstrong (extension eligible after Year 2) creating $25M+ combined commitments maintaining elite roster.
Dead Cap Minimal: Current penalties total $18.3M representing clean books. Smart structuring avoids perpetual void year charges unlike teams carrying $40M+ burdens.
Peters’ first-year rebuild success demonstrates blueprint around cost-controlled quarterback. Daniels’ $8.58M enables surrounding elite veterans (McLaurin, Payne, Allen) creating immediate contention versus multi-year development approach.
FAQs
Who is Washington’s highest-paid player?
Daron Payne carries $26.17M cap hit through five-year $90M extension ($18M AAV). His 2023 All-Pro selection validates investment establishing interior defensive anchor alongside Jonathan Allen ($22.47M) creating elite tackle tandem.
What is Jayden Daniels’ contract worth?
Daniels signed four-year $37.75M fully guaranteed rookie deal ($24.3M signing bonus) as #2 overall pick. His $8.58M current charge provides cost-controlled QB through 2027 with fifth-year option ($25M+ projected) protecting 2028 rights before market extension.
How much is Terry McLaurin’s net worth?
McLaurin’s $74M wealth stems from $70.9M career earnings through August extension. His three-year $96M deal ($70M fully guaranteed) projects $166M+ career total establishing franchise receiver legacy with consecutive 1,000-yard seasons.
What did Marshon Lattimore trade cost?
Washington sent third, fourth, sixth-round picks receiving fifth back acquiring four-time Pro Bowl corner. His $18M current charge represents final Saints obligation before 2026 free agency creating immediate playoff secondary upgrade.
