Commanders Face Decision on Extending LG Chris Paul Amidst Rising Free Agency Market

Washington Commanders left guard Chris Paul, a former seventh-round pick who unexpectedly became a starter, is a key free agency wild card. Due for a new contract, Paul is projected to command $8-$12 million annually, with a potential three-year, $30 million deal from the Commanders. This would place him among the NFL's 11 highest-paid guards. With the free agency tampering window opening March 9th, the Commanders must decide whether to extend Paul or risk losing him to other interested teams, given the premium on offensive linemen.