Commanders sign Craig Reynolds following injuries to running backs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 9:40 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
The Washington Commanders have signed veteran running back Craig Reynolds amid injury concerns for their current roster. The team played without starters Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Rachaad White, and Jeremy McNichols during a preseason win over the Miami Dolphins. Rookies Kaytron Allen and Robert Henry Jr. performed well, but injuries to McNichols and Reynolds prompted the signing. McNichols is expected to miss several weeks due to a quad injury, while White is sidelined with a hamstring issue, although it is not considered serious. The Commanders are looking to solidify their backfield depth ahead of the preseason game against the Detroit Lions.
- •Commanders defeated the Dolphins 20-7 in preseason action.
- •Kaytron Allen and Robert Henry Jr. combined for 160 rushing yards.
- •Jeremy McNichols out for weeks with a quad injury.
- •Rachaad White also dealing with a hamstring injury.
- •Reynolds is familiar with coach David Blough's offense.
- 9:40 AMYahoo Sports — Why did the Commanders sign another running back?
"It was surprising when the Commanders signed another running back earlier this week. Now we know why.
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