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NFL·ANALYSIS·July 17, 2026 09:11 AM ET

ESPN values Jayden Daniels at three first-round picks in trade scenario

Tackles Tunsil, Conerly each pegged at just one

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 171 min read
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What happened: ESPN's positional trade-value rankings list Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels as worth three first-round picks in a hypothetical deal, while offensive tackles Laremy Tunsil and Josh Conerly are each valued at one first-rounder apiece. The rankings surfaced in the same daily roundup spotlighting running back Kaytron Allen and receiver Terry McLaurin.

Why it matters: Daniels dealt with multiple injuries during a difficult 2025 season, so a three-first-round-pick valuation signals how much confidence evaluators still place in his upside. McLaurin, already drawing hype entering Year 8, saw his own streak of five straight 1,000-yard seasons end in 2025 despite playing just three games alongside Daniels.

By the numbers: McLaurin posted a 0 PFF receiving grade in his three games with Daniels last year.

What to watch: Watch how Allen's workload develops behind Jacory Croskey-Merritt in camp, and whether Daniels and McLaurin stay healthy through the season.

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