LANDOVER, Maryland — Moments after the Washington Commanders finished the 2023 season at 4-13 and locked up the second pick in the draft, Daron Payne was already feeling optimistic about the organization's long-term future.

In fact, the standout defensive tackle was bullish about success coming much quicker.

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