Overview
- The Commanders released defensive tackle Ricky Barber and signed cornerback Isaac Yiadom from the practice squad, a transaction first reported by multiple team reporters on Thursday.
- Reporters John Keim, Nicki Jhabvala and Ben Standig independently confirmed the roster change, signaling it is an official team move rather than a rumor.
- Barber made the roster as an undrafted free agent, spent most of last season on the practice squad and was elevated for the final two games, and he had notable college honors and a strong Hula Bowl outing.
- Washington’s defensive front produced 3.0 sacks, five QB hurries and 10 tackles for loss in Week 1, a performance that reduced urgency to add interior line help and shifted focus to the secondary.
- If Barber clears waivers he is likely to be re-signed to the practice squad, while Yiadom’s experience gives the Commanders a veteran option to help cover Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb and other Dallas receivers on Sunday.