The Washington Commanders make three roster moves before home opener

The Washington Commanders released WR Byron Pringle last week, and finally filled his roster spot today. Quinn was asked about bringing the veteran WR back, and he deflected the question yesterday. That spot has been filled by veteran LB Nick Bellore who was signed from the practice squad. He was elevated last week, and he led the team in special teams snaps(63%). He spent the last five seasons with the Seattle Seahawks working with Washington’s new special teams coordinator Larry Izzo.

Washington also elevated two players from the practice squad for tomorrow’s home opener against the New York Giants. CB Emmanuel Forbes Jr had thumb surgery for a torn UCL yesterday and has been ruled out. CB Bobby Price gets the call up from the practice squad over UDFA rookie CB Chigozie Anusiem.

Second-round pick Jer’Zhan Newton has been dealing with a soft-tissue injury in his foot, and was listed as doubtful. Washington elevated DT Sheldon Day last week, which meant Newton wasn’t playing in the first game of his rookie season. This week they’ve elevated DE Carlos Watkins. Dan Quinn said the team would reassess Newton today to determine if he’s ready to play. Clelin Ferrell also popped up on the injury report yesterday with a knee injury. He also dealt with knee issues during the preseason.