Commanders Sign Two New Wide Receivers in Quick Succession

Washington adds depth to receiving corps with Dyami Brown and Van Jefferson

Mar. 13, 2026 at 8:07pm

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The Washington Commanders have signed wide receivers Dyami Brown and Van Jefferson as free agents, with the two deals being reported within seconds of each other on Friday. Brown is returning to the team that drafted him in 2021, while Jefferson joins after stints with the Rams, Falcons, Steelers, and Titans.

Why it matters

The Commanders were in need of bolstering their receiving corps, and these two signings provide additional depth and experience at the position behind star wideout Terry McLaurin. Both Brown and Jefferson will look to earn playing time and contribute to the Commanders' offense in 2026.

The details

Dyami Brown was a third-round pick by the Commanders in 2021 and spent his first four NFL seasons with the team. His best year was 2024 when he had 30 catches for 308 yards. He then played for the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2025. Van Jefferson was originally a second-round pick by the Los Angeles Rams in 2020 and had his best season in 2021 with 50 catches for 802 yards and 6 touchdowns. He has since had stints with the Falcons, Steelers, and Titans.

  • On Friday, March 13, 2026, the Commanders signed both Dyami Brown and Van Jefferson as free agents within seconds of each other.

The players

Dyami Brown

A wide receiver who was a third-round pick by the Commanders in 2021 and is now returning to the team after a year with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Van Jefferson

A wide receiver who was originally a second-round pick by the Los Angeles Rams in 2020 and has since had stints with the Falcons, Steelers, and Titans.

Terry McLaurin

The Commanders' star wide receiver, who will now have additional depth behind him with the additions of Brown and Jefferson.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to build depth at the wide receiver position to support our offense. Dyami and Van bring valuable experience and talent that will help us this season.”

— Ron Rivera, Head Coach, Washington Commanders (Washington Post)

What’s next

The Commanders will look to integrate Brown and Jefferson into their offense during the offseason program and training camp, with the goal of having them contribute alongside Terry McLaurin in the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Commanders have made a concerted effort to add depth and experience to their receiving corps, signaling their intent to field a more balanced and dynamic offense in the upcoming season.