Track all Washington Commanders roster changes, including trades, free-agent signings, cuts, and injury-related moves.
The 2026 Commanders practice squad has taken shape, with Washington re-signing several of its own recent cuts as the roster settles into final form. As of 4pm Tuesday, September 1, the Commanders have completed filling out their practice squad. Confirmed Additions Washington is bringing back defensive tackle Byron Cowart, center Julian Good-Jones, and running back … Read more
The worst day of the season for players – cut down day – the Commanders roster cuts are official. Washington trimmed its roster to 53 players ahead of Sunday’s 6 p.m. deadline. The team waived or released 35 players, placed two more on injured reserve, and moved one to the physically unable to perform list. … Read more
Will Harris released by the Commanders on Tuesday, ending his one season in Washington after losing the safety competition in camp. The move comes just days before Washington’s roster must shrink to 53 players. A Rough Path to the Exit Harris signed a two-year, $8 million deal with Washington in March 2025 and opened last … Read more
The Commanders placed Jerome Ford On Injured Reserve on Tuesday. They also officially released Jake Moody and punter Matt Haack. Washington signed four new players to the roster as well. Ford To IR No official word yet on what the injury to Ford was. He had one carry in the preseason game against Miami this … Read more
The Marcus Mariota injury update Commanders fans have been waiting for finally arrived Sunday, and it’s better than feared. Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed Mariota suffered a sprained MCL in his right knee, not the more serious tear many worried about after Friday’s preseason opener against Miami. What Happened Mariota went down in the first … Read more
Washington added two defenders this week in Byron Cowart and Curtis Jacobs. One of them is a good local flavored story. Cowart Joins the Interior Line The Commanders signed defensive tackle Byron Cowart Tuesday morning, filling a hole created by D.J. Davidson’s surprise retirement. Cowart, 30, is a well-traveled veteran — a fifth-round pick of … Read more
The Washington Commanders activated cornerback Trey Amos off the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. Defensive end Dorance Armstrong and punter Tress Way returned from their own injury lists today as well. Amos Returns From a Broken Leg Amos fractured his fibula in Week 10 of the 2025 season, ending his rookie year early. Before … Read more
The receiver hole is filled as the Washington Commanders sign Stefon Diggs. All the top NFL reporters are reporting that Diggs is “set to sign,” but it definitely seems to be a done deal. “BREAKING: The Commanders are signing 4x Pro Bowl WR Stefon Diggs, multiple sources tell me,” Jordan Schultz reported. Adam Schefter went … Read more
Here’s a recap and chronological list of 2026 Washington Commanders offseason roster moves and transactions since March 2026, including signings, releases, draft signings, PUP/retired list moves, and notable veteran additions. Major Additions (Significant Contracts) Notable Veteran Free Agent Signings (1-Year Deals) Key Re-Signings/Extensions Other Additions Overall, Washington has focused on: Updated August 5th
The Washington Commanders signed cornerback Rasul Douglas to a one-year deal on July 9, 2026. The contract is worth up to $3.8 million, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. A Proven Veteran Addition Douglas enters his 10th NFL season after stops with five different franchises. Philadelphia drafted him in the third round back in 2017, and … Read more