Martin Mayhew to remain with the Commanders
New Washington general manager Adam Peters is conducting his first coaching search. Meanwhile, the Reese’s Senior Bowl kicked off on Tuesday in Mobile, Alabama. The Senior Bowl is a critical date on the NFL calendar, with all 32 teams represented.
Who would represent the Commanders? On Monday, some in Washington’s front office made the trip. However, on Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN reported that Peters was set to arrive in Mobile and he’d have company. Martin Mayhew, Washington’s general manager from the last three seasons, was coming with Peters.
Also, according to Keim, Mayhew is expected to remain, although his title has yet to be determined.
Martin Mayhew will be at the Senior Bowl (headed there with Adam Peters; other scouts, Eric Stokes already there). Mayhew is expected to remain with Washington, though the title remains uncertain. The team has not yet made any formal announcement about his role.
— John Keim (@john_keim) January 31, 2024
This isn’t a surprise. Peters and Mayhew have a good relationship. They worked together in San Francisco from 2017-20, with the pair sharing the role of vice president of player personnel. Mayhew has been with Washington since 2021 but was essentially a GM in title only. Former head coach Ron Rivera had the final say on all personnel matters, and Marty Hurney often had a greater say on personnel matters.
Peters will likely make other moves with Washington’s front office, but those types of moves often come after the NFL draft. But Mayhew is sticking around.
As for Mayhew, he’s currently still listed on Washington’s website as the general manager — alongside Peters.
