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Commanders | Damiere Byrd inks deal with Washington Thu May 16, 02:21 PM
Free-agent WR Damiere Byrd (Texans) officially signed a one-year contract with the Washington Commanders on Thursday, May 16. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
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Commanders | Damiere Byrd joining Washington Thu May 16, 01:01 PM
Free-agent WR Damiere Byrd (Falcons) agreed to terms with the Washington Commanders Wednesday, May 15, according to a source. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Byrd was with Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury in 2019 when Kingsbury was the head coach of the Cardinals. He'll compete with Jamison Crowder, Dax Milne, and Olamide Zaccheaus for a spot at the bottom of the Washington wide receiver depth chart. |
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Commanders | Damiere Byrd works out for WAS Wed May 15, 02:13 PM
Free-agent WR Damiere Byrd (Falcons) is working out for the Washington Commanders on Wednesday, May 15, per sources.
| Footballguys view: Byrd was signed to the Texans' practice squad earlier this year, but he was not offered a futures contract. Undrafted out of South Carolina in 2015, Byrd is a seasoned veteran who can still fly down the field. The Commanders are likely to have an explosive offense with rookie QB Jayden Daniels leading the way. If added, Byrd would compete for a reserve role and special teams duty. |
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Commanders | Washington to work out Martavis Bryant Wed May 15, 12:46 AM
Free-agent WR Martavis Bryant (Cowboys) is scheduled to work out for the Washington Commanders Wednesday, May 15, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Bryant is trying to make a comeback in the NFL after not playing a regular season snap since 2018. The Commanders are looking at other veteran receivers (Damiere Byrd) who can stretch the field. We'll see if they make a move at the position before minicamp and OTAs or training camp. |
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Commanders | Jer'Zhan Newton undergoes surgery Tue May 14, 05:42 PM
Washington Commanders DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot) underwent surgery Monday, May 13, to repair a Jones fracture in his foot, according to sources.
Link to story Commanders | Jake Fromm let go Tue May 14, 02:10 PM
Washington Commanders QB Jake Fromm was released on Tuesday, May 14.
| Footballguys view: As Profootballtalk.com suggested, the move comes as no surprise. The Commanders already had veteran backup quarterbacks Marcus Mariota and Jeff Driskel on the roster. They also drafted Jayden Daniels with the second overall pick, then gave undrafted rookie quarterback Sam Hartman a $245,000 guarantee giving him a great shot at making the final roster. Fromm was fifth on the depth chart, and few teams carry five quarterbacks, even on a 90-player roster. |
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Commanders | Jer'Zhan Newton dealing with Jones fracture Sun May 12, 09:50 AM
Updating a previous report, Washington Commanders DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot) will undergo surgery during the upcoming week to repair a partial Jones fracture in his left foot. It is the same type of injury that he sustained in college at Illinois, although the previous issue was with his right foot.
Link to story Commanders | Johnny Newton needs surgery Sat May 11, 05:39 PM
Washington Commanders DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot) needs surgery to repair a foot injury, according to sources Saturday, May 11. A timeline for return was not provided.
Link to story Commanders | Jer'Zhan Newton may need procedure Sat May 11, 01:34 PM
Updating a previous report, Washington Commanders DT Jer'Zhan Newton's (foot) foot injury is not in the one that was surgically repaired, but he may need a procedure to correct it, head coach Dan Quinn said on Saturday, May 11.
| Footballguys view: Newton was a borderline first round pick and the Commanders took him with the fourth pick of the second round. This sounds like an issue that could affect him into training camp, which could derail his chances of making a big impact in year one. The good news for Washington is that they already have the best defensive tackle combination in the league, so Newton isn't essential in their 2024 plans. |
Commanders | Four rookies sign contracts Sat May 11, 09:54 AM
Washington Commanders third-round draft choice WR Luke McCaffrey, fifth-round draft choice LB Jordan Magee, fifth-round draft choice S Dominique Hampton, and seventh-round draft choice DE Javontae Jean-Baptiste signed four-year contracts with the Commanders Friday, May 10. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: McCaffrey is Christian's little brother and Ed's son. Those bloodlines matter in the NFL, but so does his outstanding all-around athletic profile from the combine. He originally came to college as a quarterback, so the Commanders must believe that there's extra upside in McCaffrey's outlook. Don't expect a big splash this year, but if 2022 first round pick Jahan Dotson doesn't click with a new regime, McCaffrey could be an important target for #2 overall pick Jayden Daniels in a year or two. |
Commanders | Jer'Zhan Newton misses practice Fri May 10, 08:19 PM
Washington Commanders DT Jer'Zhan Newton (foot) did not participate in practice Friday, May 10, and was wearing a walking boot on his left foot.
Link to story Commanders | No set time for Jayden Daniels to start Thu May 9, 12:52 AM
Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels said he has not been told if he will start right away, but the team said he will be the starter when he is ready.
| Footballguys view: Daniels enters the league with huge upside, and he should be able to start right away. Commanders' OC Kliff Kingsbury should craft a system that gets the explosive plays from Daniels that were commonplace during his time at LSU. That means downfield passing and using his legs to attack defenses as a runner. |
Commanders | Washington parts with three Tue May 7, 04:51 PM
Washington Commanders LB Brandon Bouyer-Randle, DB D'Angelo Mandell and DT Joshua Pryor were waived on Tuesday, May 7.
Link to story Commanders | Washington adds Bo Bauer Mon May 6, 05:22 PM
Undrafted free-agent LB Bo Bauer (Notre Dame) signed with the Washington Commanders Monday, May 6. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Commanders | Will rely on ground game and defense Sun May 5, 03:39 PM
John Keim, from ESPN.com, reports the Washington Commanders "want to rely on a strong defense and run game to reduce the burden" on rookie first-round QB Jayden Daniels.
| Footballguys view: That sounds about right. Daniels has MVP-like upside if he can stay healthy and play up to his potential in the future. However, as a rookie, there will be growing pains with Daniels. That's why the Commanders should lean on guys like Austin Ekeler and Brian Robinson to do the heavy lifting on offense in 2024. |
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Commanders | Washington announces several UDFA signings Mon Apr 29, 04:30 PM
Undrafted free-agent CB Chigozie Anusiem (Colorado State), S Ben Nikkel (Iowa State), OT David Nwaogwugwu (Toledo), S Tyler Owens (Texas Tech), DT Norell Pollard (Virginia Tech), A.J. Woods (Pittsburgh) and TE Colson Yankoff (UCLA) agreed to terms with the Washington Commanders Monday, April 29. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
Link to story Commanders | Michael Wiley finds home in Washington Sun Apr 28, 08:47 PM
Undrafted free-agent RB Michael Wiley (Arizona) agreed to terms with the Washington Commanders on Sunday, April 28, according to a source.
Link to story Commanders | Washington adding Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint Sat Apr 27, 10:33 PM
Undrafted free-agent WR Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint (Georgia) agreed to terms with the Washington Commanders on Saturday, April 27, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Link to story Commanders | Austin Jones signing with WAS Sat Apr 27, 07:51 PM
Undrafted free-agent RB Austin Jones (USC) agreed to terms with the Washington Commanders on Saturday, April 27, per source.
Link to story Commanders | Sam Hartman lands with WAS Sat Apr 27, 07:47 PM
Undrafted free-agent QB Sam Hartman is signing with the Washington Commanders, per source on Saturday, April 27.
Link to story Commanders | Luke McCaffrey picked by Washington Fri Apr 26, 11:05 PM
Rice WR Luke McCaffrey was selected by the Washington Commanders with the 100th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Commanders | Ben Sinnott selected 53rd overall Fri Apr 26, 08:40 PM
Kansas State TE Ben Sinnott was selected by the Washington Commanders with the 53rd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Commanders | Washington adds Mike Sainristil Fri Apr 26, 08:27 PM
Michigan CB Mike Sainristil was selected by the Washington Commanders with the 50th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Commanders | Jer'Zhan Newton selected by Washington Fri Apr 26, 07:36 PM
Illinois DT Jer'Zhan Newton was selected by the Washington Commanders with the 36th overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Commanders | Jayden Daniels drafted by WAS Thu Apr 25, 08:21 PM
Louisiana State QB Jayden Daniels has been selected by the Washington Commanders with the second overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Commanders | Jamin Davis' option declined Thu Apr 25, 10:47 AM
Washington Commanders LB Jamin Davis' fifth-year option will be declined.
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Commanders | Blake Fisher meets with WAS Wed Apr 24, 06:53 PM
Notre Dame OT Blake Fisher had an official visit with the Washington Commanders before the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Commanders | Washington talks with Isaiah Adams Mon Apr 22, 07:17 PM
Illinois OG Isaiah Adams had an official visit with the Washington Commanders before the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Commanders | Brandon Coleman met with WAS Mon Apr 22, 07:08 PM
Texas Christian OT Brandon Coleman had an official visit with the Washington Commanders before the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Commanders | Shaka Toney released Mon Apr 22, 11:20 AM
Washington Commanders DE Shaka Toney was released Monday, April 22.
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Commanders | Washington likely staying put at No. 2 Thu Apr 18, 02:38 PM
Louisiana State University QB Jayden Daniels and University of North Carolina QB Drake Maye appear to be the favorites to go No. 2 overall to the Washington Commanders. According to general manager Adam Peters, the Commanders 'feel great staying at No. 2' and 'do not see a whole lot of scenarios (that interest them) trading down.'
Link to story Commanders | Washington getting to know Austin Booker Tue Apr 16, 11:10 PM
University of Kansas DE Austin Booker is reportedly visiting with the Washington Commanders on Tuesday, April 16.
Link to story Commanders | Washington hosting Elijah Jones Tue Apr 16, 10:48 PM
Boston College CB Elijah Jones is reportedly visiting with the Washington Commanders on Tuesday, April 16.
Link to story Commanders | Jarvis Brownlee meeting with Washington Tue Apr 16, 10:42 PM
University of Louisville DB Jarvis Brownlee is reportedly visiting with the Washington Commanders on Tuesday, April 16. Brownlee also recently wrapped up a visit with the Indianapolis Colts.
Link to story Commanders | Jalyx Hunt visiting Tue Apr 16, 05:10 PM
Houston Christian DE Jalyx Hunt is scheduled to have an official visit with the Washington Commanders Tuesday, April 16, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
Link to story Commanders | Washington hosting four rookie QBs Tue Apr 16, 12:11 PM
Louisiana State University QB Jayden Daniels, North Carolina QB Drake Maye, University of Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy and University of Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. are scheduled for '30' visits at the same time with the Washington Commanders over the next two days beginning on Tuesday, April 16, according to a source.
Link to story Commanders | Tucker Addington let go Mon Apr 15, 05:45 PM
Washington Commanders LS Tucker Addington was released Monday, April 15.
Link to story Commanders | WAS to meet with 3 QBs Thu Apr 11, 10:33 AM
North Carolina QB Drake Maye, LSU QB Jayden Daniels and Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy are scheduled to meet with the Washington Commanders next week.
| Footballguys view: The Commanders are looking at quarterbacks, and they'll select one at the no.2 overall pick. With Caleb Williams going first to the Bears, Washington has their pick of the rest of a quality class. We've heard Commanders' GM Adam Peters loves Jayden Daniels, but we'll see if McCarthy or Maye can change his mind. |
Commanders | Jayden Daniels to visit WAS next week Wed Apr 10, 01:19 PM
LSU QB Jayden Daniels is scheduled to visit the Washington Commanders next week, per sources on Wednesday, April 10.
| Footballguys view: The Commanders new GM Adam Peters reportedly loves Daniles, and they could easily select him at no.2 overall. If selected, Daniels would immediately become the starter from day one with veteran Marcus Mariota backing him up. |
Commanders | Drake Maye to visit WAS next week Wed Apr 10, 01:17 PM
North Carolina QB Drake Maye is scheduled to visit the Washington Commanders on Tuesday, April 16, and Wednesday, April 17, per sources.
| Footballguys view: Some think Maye has 'fallen' in this draft, but that's likely inaccurate. Maye's stock is not falling, it's just that Jayden Daniels (LSU) stock is rising. We're hearing the Patriots would take Maye at no.3 overall, but they might just be trying to tempt the Vikings to move up. Rumors are swirling that Vikings' HC Kevin O'Connell loves Maye's ability. |
Commanders | Washington to talk with Jared Wiley Wed Apr 10, 08:25 AM
Texas Christian TE Jared Wiley is scheduled to have an official visit with the Washington Commanders before the 2024 NFL Draft, according to a source.
Link to story Commanders | Jayden Daniels scheduled to visit Tue Apr 9, 08:21 PM
Louisiana State QB Jayden Daniels is scheduled to have an official visit with the Washington Commanders Monday, April 15, and Tuesday, April 16.
Link to story Commanders | Chop Robinson to visit Wed Apr 3, 06:30 PM
Penn State DE Chop Robinson is scheduled to have an official visit with the Washington Commanders before the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Commanders | Haggai Chisom Ndubuisi signs with WAS Wed Apr 3, 09:31 AM
Free-agent DL Haggai Chisom Ndubuisi (Broncos) signed with the Washington Commanders Wednesday, April 3, on an undisclosed deal.
Link to story Commanders | Trevin Wallace to visit Tue Apr 2, 07:12 PM
Kentucky LB Trevin Wallace is scheduled to have an official visit with the Washington Commanders before the 2024 NFL Draft.
Link to story Commanders | Mykal Walker headed to Washington Tue Apr 2, 02:24 PM
Free-agent LB Mykal Walker (Steelers) signed a contract with the Washington Commanders on Tuesday, April 2. Terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed.
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Commanders | One-year deal for Jeff Driskel Mon Apr 1, 04:10 PM
Updating a previous report, free-agent QB Jeff Driskel (Browns) signed a one-year contract with the Washington Commanders Monday, April 1, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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Commanders | Jeremy McNichols heads to Commanders Mon Apr 1, 03:49 PM
Free-agent RB Jeremy McNichols (49ers) signed an undisclosed deal with the Washington Commanders, according to sources Monday, April 1.
| Footballguys view: McNichols spent the 2023 season with the 49ers, where Commanders GM Adam Peters worked as assistant G.M. before being hired in Washington earlier this year. McNichols only appeared in three games for the Niners and saw all of his playing time on special teams. He played an offensive role during his two seasons with the Titans and ran the ball 88 times for 360 yards and a touchdown while catching 40 passes for 295 yards and a score. The Commanders also have Austin Ekeler, Brian Robinson, and Chris Rodriguez on hand at running back. |
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Commanders | Jeff Driskel heads to Washington Mon Apr 1, 02:14 PM
Free-agent QB Jeff Driskel (Browns) signed an undisclosed deal with the Washington Commanders, according to sources Monday, April 1.
| Footballguys view: Driskel joins a QB room that also includes Marcus Mariota. They'll get more company soon enough. The Commanders have the No. 2 pick in the upcoming NFL Draft and will likely use that selection to bring in what they hope will be a franchise quarterback. |
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Commanders | Rod Gattison visiting Washington Sat Mar 30, 10:16 AM
Western Carolina CB Rod Gattison is scheduled to visit the Washington Commanders, according to a league source.
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