Commanders Hosting Top SEC Wide Receiver Ahead of NFL Draft

Washington looking to add playmaker opposite Terry McLaurin

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:06pm

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The Washington Commanders are set to host Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Chris Brazzell II on a top-30 visit this week as they look to fill their second wide receiver role opposite star veteran Terry McLaurin. Brazzell, a 2025 Biletnikoff Award semifinalist, is one of the most physically imposing receivers in the upcoming NFL Draft class after a standout senior season in which he was the only SEC wide receiver to eclipse 1,000 receiving yards.

Why it matters

The Commanders have added depth at wide receiver this offseason, but they lack a clear-cut No. 2 option to complement McLaurin. Brazzell's combination of size, speed, and production could make him an ideal fit to step into that role and provide quarterback Jayden Daniels with another dynamic playmaker in the passing game.

The details

At 6-foot-5 with a 4.37 40-yard dash, Brazzell has elite size and athleticism for the position. He emerged as one of the top receivers in the SEC in 2025, catching 68 passes for 1,023 yards and 9 touchdowns. Brazzell's drop rate also improved significantly, going from 17% to just 3.2%. However, he will need to continue developing his route-running and add strength to handle press coverage at the NFL level.

  • The Commanders are hosting Brazzell on a top-30 pre-draft visit this week.

The players

Chris Brazzell II

A 6-foot-5 wide receiver from the University of Tennessee who was a 2025 Biletnikoff Award semifinalist after leading the SEC in receiving yards.

Terry McLaurin

The Commanders' star veteran wide receiver who will be the team's top target in the passing game.

Jayden Daniels

The Commanders' starting quarterback who will be looking for a reliable second option in the passing game alongside McLaurin.

Adam Peters

The Commanders' general manager who is tasked with addressing the team's needs at wide receiver through the upcoming NFL Draft.

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What’s next

If Brazzell is available when the Commanders are on the clock in the NFL Draft, they will have to decide whether to select him to fill their need at wide receiver opposite McLaurin.

The takeaway

The Commanders are being proactive in their search for a complementary wide receiver to pair with Terry McLaurin, and Chris Brazzell II could be an ideal fit given his combination of size, speed, and production at the college level. However, Brazzell will need to continue developing his all-around game to succeed at the NFL level.