Craig Reynolds signs with Washington Commanders before preseason matchup
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:31 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Craig Reynolds, formerly of the Detroit Lions, has reportedly signed with the Washington Commanders ahead of their preseason game against the Lions on Saturday. Reynolds, an undrafted free agent in 2019, returns to the team where he began his NFL career. After five seasons with the Lions, he was waived in November 2025 and spent time with the New England Patriots. Washington is looking to bolster its running back depth as veteran Jeremy McNichols is sidelined, adding Reynolds’ experience and special teams capabilities to a competitive backfield.
- •Reynolds worked out for the Commanders over the weekend.
- •He originally joined the NFL as an undrafted free agent with Washington in 2019.
- •Washington plays the Lions in a preseason matchup on Saturday.
- •Reynolds had a diminished role in 2025, with three carries for four yards.
- •He aims to quickly contribute to the Commanders' offense and special teams.
- 1:31 PMYahoo Sports — NFL: Former Kutztown University standout signs with the Commanders
- 2:40 PMYahoo Sports — Former Lions RB Craig Reynolds Finds New Home
"Former Kutztown University standout running back Craig Reynolds is signing with the Washington Commanders, according to reports. Reynolds, 30, was a three-time All-PSAC first team pick during his career with the Golden Bears. He was signed by Washington as an undrafted free agent in 2019 and was with Atlanta and Jacksonville before landing with the Detroit Lions in 2021. He played for the ...
"Former Detroit Lions running back Craig Reynolds is reportedly signing with the Washington Commanders just days before they visit Ford Field.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 18, 2026, 1:31 PMNFL: Former Kutztown University standout signs with the Commanders
Former Kutztown University standout running back Craig Reynolds is signing with the Washington Commanders, according to reports. Reynolds, 30, was a three-time All-PSAC first team pick during his career with the Golden Bears. He was signed by Washington as an undrafted free agent in 2019 and was with Atlanta and Jacksonville before landing with the Detroit Lions in 2021. He played for the ...
- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 2:40 PMFormer Lions RB Craig Reynolds Finds New Home
Former Detroit Lions running back Craig Reynolds is reportedly signing with the Washington Commanders just days before they visit Ford Field.
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