Commanders sign three veterans to bolster offensive line depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 12:49 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The Washington Commanders have signed center Daniel Brunskill, offensive tackle Nicholas Petit-Frere, and guard Max Scharping to strengthen their offensive line. This roster change adds a combined 223 games of NFL experience as the team prepares for the 2026 season. The moves follow the release of wide receiver Chris Hilton Jr. and guard Timoth McKay, along with placing defensive tackle D.J. Davidson on the Reserve/Retired List. The Commanders aim to provide options for protecting quarterback Jayden Daniels, addressing ongoing concerns regarding the offensive line's performance.
- •Brunskill, Petit-Frere, and Scharping signed to bolster offensive line options.
- •Combined experience totals 223 NFL games with 132 starts.
- •Chris Hilton Jr. and Timoth McKay released as part of roster moves.
- •D.J. Davidson placed on the Reserve/Retired List.
- 12:49 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders add 223 games of NFL experience in latest roster shake-up
"Commanders signed three veterans to add offensive line options.
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