"The large majority are just coming off their rookie contracts, hungry to maximize their prime years on an ambitious team that could bounce back quickly in 2026 if everything comes together. More importantly, the Commanders still have $64.51 million in available salary-cap space to make additional moves."
"Cross's two-year deal comes with just $6.05 million in guarantees. The guaranteed salary is $3.05 million, and it all comes next season. His prorated signing bonus costs $1.5 million in 2026 and 2027. Everything else must be earned. That makes the defensive back a cost-effective signing by the Commanders, and there should be enough urgency to hit specific targets to get even more money."
"The hard-hitting safety brings a tone-setting mindset that was sorely lacking last season. There are some concerns about his consistency in coverage, but the 2022 third-round pick out of Maryland represents an upgrade on anything Washington currently has on the back end of Daronte Jones' defense."
The Washington Commanders addressed their aging roster by focusing on younger players with athleticism during free agency. General manager Adam Peters signed 12 new arrivals, most coming off rookie contracts and entering their prime years. The team retained $64.51 million in salary-cap space for future moves. A notable acquisition is safety Nick Cross, a 2022 third-round pick from Maryland who brings a hard-hitting, tone-setting presence to the defense. Cross's two-year contract includes just $6.05 million in guarantees, with most compensation tied to performance incentives, making it a cost-effective signing that could become a shrewd investment if he performs well.
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