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Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / August 31
Washington Commanders’ initial 53-man roster has plenty of questions, but also contains a foundation for the future
The Commanders’ initial 53-man roster is full of ups and downs, but the vision is still there. NFL roster cut day hit the Washington Commanders hard, with 34 players released as the franchise trimmed down to its initial 53-man roster.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 31
Three Commanders Targets to Approach with Caution Entering Fantasy Draft Season
Despite a victorious start to their NFL preseason lineup, the Washington Commanders came up considerably short in their attempt to complete their televised runway to Week 1 with much dignity.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 30
Commanders Place Trey Amos, Jeremy McNichols on IR With Return Designations
As the Washington Commanders finalized their initial 53-man roster, they placed cornerback Trey Amos and running back Jeremy McNichols on the Reserve/Injured list with designations to return.
The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz
As of the 2025 season, 47 NFL players have made 10 or more Pro Bowls over the course of their careers. How many of the 47 can you name in five minutes?
Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Commanders Announce 34 Roster Cuts
The Washington Commanders officially cut their roster down to 53 players on Sunday ahead of the deadline. Here’s the full list of moves: LB Krys Barnes OLB Boogie Basham S Joshuah Bledsoe WR Jaden Bradley G/T Daniel Brunskill TE Lawrence Cager DT Byron Cowart CB Fred Davis II C/G Julian Good-Jones CB Antonio Hamilton Sr.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 30
Washington Commanders Initial 53-Man Roster After Final Cuts
The Washington Commanders have trimmed their 91-man roster down to 53, which was due to the NFL league office by 6 p.m. ET. The roster reflects decisions the Commanders' front office made after weeks of training camp and preseason.
Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30
Commanders Move Down To 53; CB Trey Amos, RB Jeremy McNichols In IR-Return Spots
The 5pm CT deadline for teams to set their initial 53-man rosters has passed. Here is how the Commanders’ moved to the regular-season limit: LB Krys Barnes
Van Jefferson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Commanders Releasing WR Van Jefferson
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Commanders are releasing WR Van Jefferson. Jefferson, 30, was drafted by the Rams in the second round out of Florida in the 2020 NFL Draft.
Shy Tuttle News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Commanders Releasing DT Shy Tuttle
Adam Schefter reports that the Commanders are releasing DT Shy Tuttle with plans of bringing him back to the roster for Week 1. Tuttle, 30, signed with the Saints as an undrafted free agent out of Tennessee in 2019.
Washington Commanders News / 5 GOATs / August 30
Report: Washington Commanders waiving QB Sam Hartman
According to Tom Pelissero of The Ringer, quarterback Sam Hartman is being waived by the Washington Commanders. However, his time in our nation’s capital might not be completely over.
Krys Barnes News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Commanders Releasing LB Krys Barnes
Jeremy Fowler reports that the Commanders are releasing veteran LB Krys Barnes as part of their roster cutdown to 53. Washington recently hosted Barnes for a workout and signed him in August.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
Daniel Brunskill News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Commanders Release OL Daniel Brunskill
According to Ben Standig, the Washington Commanders have released OL Daniel Brunskill ahead of the roster cut deadline. The veteran has 71 career starts
Craig Reynolds News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 30
Commanders Releasing RB Craig Reynolds
Ben Standig reports the Commanders are releasing RB Craig Reynolds. Standig adds Reynolds could be a practice squad candidate, especially if RB Jeremy McNichols remains out with a quad injury.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 28
Commanders fans may turn on HC Dan Quinn after alarming preseason loss to Ravens
Dan Quinn can call Washington’s 41-3 loss to Baltimore meaningless because it happened in the preseason. Commanders fans may soon arrive with pitchforks if the regular season confirms what Friday’s 38-point humiliation appeared to reveal.
Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / August 29
Commanders to Require Soul Searching After Brutal Defeat in Preseason Finale
Friday night’s preseason finale against the Ravens was nothing but a disappointment for the Washington Commanders. Falling 41-3 to their crosstown rivals, they failed to get in the red zone except for one drive following a takeaway.
Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / August 28
The Commanders Most Important Position Battles Left to be Decided
Renewing their crosstown rivalry, the Commanders will finish the 2026 preseason against the Baltimore Ravens. After an abysmal joint practice Wednesday, all eyes will be on the offense and secondary as they try to contain Baltimore’s playmakers.
Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 27
Commanders’ most agonizing roster decision looming on 2026 cutdown day
Yes, the Washington Commanders still have roster work to do as they evaluate their final preseason contest. And they haven’t conquered the glaring hole in the offense.
Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / August 27
Laremy Tunsil’s injury forces the Washington Commanders into an uncomfortable Jayden Daniels decision
The Washington Commanders have an offensive line problem. What is the best fix to help quarterback Jayden Daniels? The Washington Commanders have a serious problem at left tackle, and the ripple effects could define their 2025 season.
Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / August 27
Washington Commanders may have found Jayden Daniels’ next breakout weapon hiding in plain sight
Outside of Terry McLaurin, what Washington Commanders offensive weapon can Jayden Daniels depend on? The answer is clear. The Washington Commanders made a clear statement this offseason by adding tight end Chig Okonkwo in free agency, and the former Tennessee Titan could be a fantasy football breakout waiting to happen.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 27
NFL roster cuts expose flaws in league’s approach to player safety
The NFL never stops advertising its commitment to player safety. Yet each August, the league's roster cutdowns reveal how quickly that commitment weakens when an injured player occupies a spot a team wants to use elsewhere.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / August 26
Commanders should be concerned after pathetic showing at joint practice
Several reporters observed a pitiful training-camp joint practice session with the Baltimore Ravens, showing a significant gap between the two teams entering the final week of preseason action.
Will Harris News / Pro Football Rumors / August 25
Commanders Sign OLB Boogie Basham, Release S Will Harris
On Monday, the Commanders hosted Boogie Basham on a free agent visit (h/t Jonathan Jones of The Athletic). That workout went well, and a deal is now in place.
Jayden Daniels News / Yardbarker / August 22
Jayden Daniels makes worrisome admission after preseason struggles
Jayden Daniels didn't need to be on the field for long to sound the alarms in the nation's capital.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / August 21
Commanders WR Terry McLaurin addresses potential Stefon Diggs competition
The Washington Commanders created an intriguing dynamic when they placed Diggs alongside McLaurin in their receiving corps.
Jer'Zhan Newton News / Yardbarker / August 19
Commanders losing defensive line depth with Johnny Newton injury
After a disappointing 2025 season in which the Washington Commanders went 5-12 and had a horrendous defense, fixing that was a major focus of the offseason. One player who was expected to make strides in his third season was defensive lineman Johnny Newton.
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