Editor's note: This was published just a couple of hours before the Commanders confirmed the signing of Preston Smith. The Washington Commanders are reeling from the loss of defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. to a season-ending injury. In addition to Wise, running back Austin Ekeler is also out for the year. Commanders work out Preston Smith as search for Deatrich Wise Jr. replacement continuesAccording to the NFL's transaction wire, the Commanders worked out Preston Smith on Tuesday. But given their preference for veteran reinforcements, it's all the more surprising that Peters didn't go after Jadeveon Clowney.