"There will be a lot of twists and turns before the all-important selection event arrives. Washington's needs will alter depending on performance levels throughout the season. Prospects will rise and fall before the assessment process begins. But the speculation has already begun among fans and analysts around what the Commanders could potentially do when the 2026 NFL Draft rolls around."
"Some mouth-watering matchups were on the schedule to kick off the college football season. One of the biggest was between LSU and Clemson - two programs ranked in the top 10 that harbor lofty ambitions to make the playoffs. It came as no surprise to see several teams represented, and Harold Perkins Jr. put on a strong showcase of his credentials."
"Although his 2024 campaign ended abruptly due to a torn ACL, the linebacker looks back to his explosive best on this showing. There was a lot to like about the way Perkins went about his business. His burst to create havoc in the Clemson backfield was evident throughout. He was an asset in coverage, and his partnership with Whit Weeks became a driving force behind a notable first-day success for Brian Kelly's squad."
Scouts tracked an attention-grabbing Week 1 of college football in which LSU linebacker Harold Perkins Jr. delivered a standout performance against Clemson. Perkins returned effectively from a 2024 torn ACL, showing explosion, coverage ability, and playmaking that disrupted the Clemson backfield. Washington could face linebacker needs for the 2026 offseason with Bobby Wagner out of contract and potential retirement, leaving reliance on Frankie Luvu, Jordan Magee, and rookie Kain Medrano. Perkins' combination of traits and health recovery warrants closer evaluation by the Commanders' front office as they assess draft options.
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