Commanders sign linebacker Curtis Jacobs before preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 3:39 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

The Washington Commanders have signed linebacker Curtis Jacobs ahead of their preseason opener this week. Jacobs, who went undrafted in 2024, has had stints with the Kansas City Chiefs, New England Patriots, and Tennessee Titans. He spent time on practice squads and played in nine games last season, recording four tackles. Jacobs joins a competitive linebackers group that includes Sonny Styles, Frankie Luvu, Leo Chenal, and Jordan Magee. The team's roster moves aim to solidify depth as they prepare for the upcoming preseason.
- •Curtis Jacobs signed by the Commanders on August 12, 2026
- •Previously played for Patriots and Titans
- •Undrafted in 2024 NFL Draft
- •Recorded four tackles in nine games last season
- •Position group includes four other linebackers
- 3:39 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders sign former Penn State linebacker
"The Commanders continue to churn the bottom of the roster ahead of the preseason opener.
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