Commanders Predicted to Sign 49ers Free Agent for $67 Million Contract

Analyst forecasts Washington will add wide receiver Jauan Jennings to play alongside Terry McLaurin.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:19pm

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The Washington Commanders are in need of help at wide receiver, and one analyst predicts they will address that need by signing San Francisco 49ers free agent Jauan Jennings to a three-year, $67 million contract.

Why it matters

The Commanders' receiving corps has lacked depth behind star wideout Terry McLaurin, and adding a proven playmaker like Jennings could provide a significant boost to their passing attack as they look to build around young quarterback Jayden Daniels.

The details

Jennings, who was teammates with Brandon Aiyuk in San Francisco, is projected to land a lucrative deal in free agency after two strong seasons with the 49ers. In 2024, he had 975 yards and 6 touchdowns, though his production dipped to 643 yards in 2025 due to injury. The Commanders are seen as a logical landing spot for Jennings, who would provide a solid complement to McLaurin in the passing game.

  • Jennings is set to become an unrestricted free agent in the 2026 offseason.

The players

Jauan Jennings

A wide receiver who has spent the last four seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, emerging as a productive target in their passing offense.

Terry McLaurin

The Washington Commanders' top wide receiver, who has been one of the most consistent offensive weapons for the team in recent years.

Jayden Daniels

The young quarterback for the Washington Commanders, who is looking to take a step forward in his development with the help of additional receiving talent.

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What they’re saying

“If he's getting more than $20 million a year, maybe he priced himself out of San Francisco's budget?”

— Greg Auman, FOX Sports Analyst (FOX Sports)

What’s next

The Commanders will need to determine if Jennings is worth the projected $67 million contract, or if they can sign him for a more team-friendly deal in the $15 million per year range.

The takeaway

The Commanders' pursuit of Jauan Jennings highlights their need to bolster the receiving corps around Terry McLaurin, as they look to build a more dynamic passing attack to support young quarterback Jayden Daniels. Signing Jennings could provide a significant upgrade, though the team will need to carefully evaluate the financial implications of such a move.