Predicting Commanders' starting lineup for Week 1 vs. Eagles

Two weeks from Sunday, the Washington Commanders launch their 2026 season; who do you project to start? The Commanders open the 2026 season on the road against NFC East opponents, starting in Philadelphia on September 13 and then in Dallas on September 20. Here is my starting lineup for the season o

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weeks from Sunday, the Washington Commanders launch their 2026 season; who do you project to start?

The Commanders open the 2026 season on the road against NFC East opponents, starting in Philadelphia on September 13 and then in Dallas on September 20. Here is my starting lineup for the season opener. How does your lineup differ?

*Note: the offense will be listed as a starting lineup of two receivers and two tight ends, though that has not been declared officially. In addition, the defense will be listed as a 3-4 alignment with three interior defensive linemen, two edges, and two linebackers.

Commanders Starting Lineup for 2026 Opener vs Eagles

Quarterback: Jayden Daniels
Running Back: Jacory Croskey-Merritt
Receivers: Terry McLaurin, Stefon Diggs
Tight end: John Bates, Chig Okonkwo
Tackle: Brandon Coleman, Josh Conerly Jr
Guard: Sam Cosmi, Chris Paul
Center: Nick Allegretti
Kicker: Drew Stevens
Punter: Tress Way
Long snapper: Tyler Ott
Interior defensive line: Daron Payne, Tim Settle, Javon Kinlaw
Edge rushers: Odafe Oweh, K’Lavon Chaisson (Dorance Armstrong suspended for opening game)
Inside linebacker: Frankie Luvu, Leo Chenal (Sonny Styles will play often but only two start)
Cornerback: Mike Sainristil, Trey Amos
Safety: Nick Cross, Jeremy Reaves