Washington Commanders release sixteen offensive players to reach 53-man roster
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Last updated Aug 31, 2026
The Washington Commanders reduced their roster to the league-mandated 53-man limit on Sunday by releasing 16 offensive players. The cuts included quarterbacks, wide receivers, running backs, tight ends, and offensive linemen. Notable departures include wide receiver Van Jefferson and offensive lineman Daniel Brunskill, as the team finalized its depth chart following the preseason. The organization cited specific positional constraints and performance evaluations during training camp for the roster decisions. Players such as quarterback Sam Hartman and receiver Jaden Bradley were also among the group released. General manager Adam Peters oversaw the moves to align the roster with the team’s strategy heading into the upcoming NFL season.
- •Sixteen offensive players were released as the team reached the 53-man roster deadline.
- •The team moved on from veterans including Daniel Brunskill, Max Scharping, and Trent Scott.
- •Wide receivers Jaden Bradley, Van Jefferson, Jacoby Jones, and Nick Nash were released.
- •Quarterback Sam Hartman was cut after finishing behind Kaliakmanis on the depth chart.
- •Tight ends Lawrence Cager, Tre’ McKitty, and Quentin Moore were removed from the roster.
- 10:07 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders roster cuts: Analysis of every defensive player released
- 9:10 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders roster cuts: Analysis of every offensive player released
"The Commanders released 16 offensive players. We examine why each player was released.
"We look at every defensive player released and why.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 10:07 AMCommanders roster cuts: Analysis of every defensive player released
We look at every defensive player released and why.
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 9:10 AMCommanders roster cuts: Analysis of every offensive player released
The Commanders released 16 offensive players. We examine why each player was released.
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