Washington Commanders Finalize 53-Man Roster

The Washington Commanders finalized their initial 53-man roster for the 2024 NFL season, making significant cuts and trades before the deadline. Defensive lineman John Ridgeway made the roster, while tight end Cole Turner and center Ricky Stromberg were released after unsuccessful trade attempts. The team cut a total of 34 players, including notable names like quarterbacks Sam Hartman and Martavis Bryant, as well as defensive ends K.J. Henry and Andre Jones Jr. Coach Dan Quinn described the roster finalization as one of the toughest parts of his job, reflecting the transition from the Ron Rivera era. The Commanders are now positioned second in the waiver wire order, indicating they will be active in seeking new talent. The roster is expected to change frequently as the team evaluates available players from other teams.