In this swap, Washington would surrender its No. 7 pick to Dallas in exchange for the Cowboys’ two first-round selections in 2026, giving the Commanders a pair of early picks to work with from the division rival.
With the extra draft capital, the Commanders would land Makai Lemon at No. 12 and then take cornerback Jermod McCoy at No. 20, according to the mock’s projections.
Lemon is highlighted as one of the top wide receivers in the 2026 class and comes with the distinction of being the 2025 Biletnikoff Award winner, adding a potential immediate weapon for quarterback Jayden Daniels if Washington’s offense improves in 2026.
Division-round trades are rare in the first round, and Bahns’ proposal doesn’t spell out every detail, but the core idea centers on using Washington’s No. 7 pick to gain two strong first-round assets from Dallas.
Overall, the scenario underscores how draft capital and cross-divisional considerations can shape speculative strategies in the 2026 NFL Draft, illustrating the ongoing debate about maximizing talent and depth for the Commanders.
