When NFL front offices assemble the initial 53-man roster, the final decisions inevitably come down to mathematical utility rather than sheer offensive talent.
There is probably only so much the Washington Commanders can do to repair the offensive line during the 2026 season, but perhaps they can still provide quarterback Jayden Daniels with as many functional pass-catching options as possible.
Van Jefferson was among the players cut by the Commanders last week. The veteran receiver is back in the fold with Washington, though. Jefferson is set to sign with the Commanders, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.
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According to Jeremy Fowler, the Commanders are re-signing veteran WR Van Jefferson to their practice squad. He was let go during roster cuts as Washington elected to keep seven receivers.
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
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.
The Washington Commanders spent months collecting possible answers at wide receiver.
While the signing of Stefon Diggs may not be a long-term solution, the Commanders are focused on 2026 and not yet worried about the years that follow. Going into training camp, they have 11 different receivers on the roster; some will find homes on the practice squad, while others will be asked to clean out their lockers.
The Washington Commanders continued to build depth through free agency and signed veteran wide receiver Van Jefferson on Tuesday. The team did not announce terms of the deal.
One big hole the Washington Commanders have been working to fill is the lack of depth on offense. One major need right now is another option at wide receiver.
Dyami Brown‘s Jaguars signing did not produce a great return for the AFC South franchise, and the sides will separate after one season. Brown will receive a second chance in Washington, however.
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Van Jefferson is coming into his own after a strong performance in the 23-13 win against the Minnesota Vikings in the preseason finale.
Steel City Underground presents “Plays of the Year” featuring the top runs, catches, hits, and everything else in between from the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 2024 season.
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Van Jefferson is playing for his fourth team in three seasons, so he has had a lot of teammates of late. Now with the Titans, Jefferson is competing in a wide receiver room filled with opportunity at every corner.
Trading DeAndre Hopkins to the Chiefs before last year’s deadline, the Tennessee Titans have not re-signed 2024 contributor Tyler Boyd. This has left a void alongside Calvin Ridley, who enters his age-30 season.
According to Jordan Schultz, the Titans are signing WR Van Jefferson to a one-year deal. The contract has a max value of $2.5 million, per Schultz. Jefferson adds some veteran depth to Tennessee’s receiving group. Jefferson, 28, was drafted by the Rams in the second round out of Florida in the 2020 NFL Draft.
To no secret, the Pittsburgh Steelers were in need of an addition to the wide receiver room all year. Through the first eight games of the 2024 regular season, the production from the receivers behind George Pickens was inconsistent and unreliable.
Starting wide receiver Van Jefferson unexpectedly landed on the Pittsburgh Steelers injury report for Wednesday with a quad injury. Jefferson did not
The Pittsburgh Steelers have gotten off to a slow start in the passing game in 2024; though, that doesn't come as much of a surprise since they didn't make any flashy additions in the 2024 offseason.
The Steelers are preparing for their first preseason action on Friday when they host the Texans. Here are three players to watch.
The Steelers are still looking to establish who their No. 2 wide receiver opposite George Pickens will be.
The Steelers seem to have upgraded almost every position this offseason outside of one: wide receiver.
Van Jefferson is one of several Pittsburgh Steelers wide receivers vying for a starting spot this summer. As it stands now, Jefferson and rookie Roman Wilson are the favorites to serve as the No.
The Steelers are in need at wide receiver after moving Diontae Johnson and Allen Robinson off the roster.
Atlanta Falcons receiver Van Jefferson was traded midseason by the Los Angeles Rams. But now, Jefferson has an interesting decision to make in terms of his free agency this spring.
The Rams' loss could be the Falcons' gain if Van Jefferson can find his 2021 form again.
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