Who gets forced off the Commanders roster by the signing of CB Rasul Douglas? - Daily Slop

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - OCTOBER 27: Rasul Douglas #31 of the Buffalo Bills reacts after a 31-10 victory against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on October 27, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) | Getty ImagesThe Daily Slop - 9 July 2026

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It's our birthday!

Celebrating 94 years of Washington football pic.twitter.com/eobryFlon2

- Washington Commanders (@Commanders) July 9, 2026

Articles

Sports Illustrated

Rasul Douglas signing just created a playing-time problem at cornerback

Douglas is no camp body; he was not signed to simply add a veteran voice to the room. He was added because Washington needed another cornerback who could play a good amount of snaps if needed. Now the cornerback room shifts from being about who makes the roster to who still has a real path to playing time.

The player who benefits most from the signing might be Amos, who no longer has to carry the weight of his development as if he has to tote the entire outside corner plan right away. If camp gets messy, or Amos just needs some space, Douglas is there as the veteran option.

Sainristil might benefit from it too, depending on how the coaching staff decides to use him. If Douglas helps stabilize the outside, Washington can be a lot more intentional with how they use Sainristil instead of asking him to move around.

The players this hurts are the ones who needed this to stay a wide-open battle. That is not to say Witherspoon, Robertson, Darius Rush, or anyone else is suddenly out of the main picture. It just means the runway is shorter.

Commanders Roundtable

Commanders training camp primer: offensive line

Biggest training camp question:Who Becomes Starting LG?

After initially being viewed as a likely departure, Chris Paul saw his market die down to lead the seventh round pick to re-sign with Washington on a one year deal. His return adds familiarity to the left side of the line after appearing in every game and starting in 15 games after replacing Brandon Coleman in the starting rotation ahead of the week three win vs. Las Vegas.

Paul fared well, but that also materialized under Kliff Kingsbury. A scheme shift under Blough could make Coleman the better fit with a possible shift to a zone blocking making the more agile lineman an intriguing fit next to Tunsil. Does that expectation meet reality through preseason? It's a good problem for Washington to have, but Coleman will have a chance to prove his worth ahead of the final year on his contract in 2027.

Last Man Standig

Laremy Tunsil has always done things his way; the Commanders are embracing it

Conerly arrived at OTAs with a stronger, leaner frame. The lone Week 1 offensive starter to play every game in 2025 credited a cleaner diet, work with strength coaches in Ashburn and at the University of Oregon, and Tunsil's guidance for helping replace fat with muscle.

Even his shorter haircut reflected a more business-like approach entering his sophomore campaign.

Conerly put in the work, but Tunsil almost seemed offended when asked if his fingerprints were on Conerly's transformation.

Come on, that's us. We're working our ass off at that," Tunsil said of Conerly's makeover. We're just working every day. Every single day. Breakfast, no carbs for dinner, supplements throughout the day. This is the routine that we have to get through. We just change our life. ... That's what I'm telling them. Come here. This is how I do it."

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Pro Football Focus

Running Back Rankings: Assessing all 32 starters ahead of the 2026 NFL season

30. Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Washington Commanders

Croskey-Merritt was one of the league's best underdog stories last season as a seventh-round pick who played just one college game in 2024. He ended up leading the Commanders with 805 rushing yards and recorded a solid 75.4 PFF rushing grade. Washington did right in the offseason by adding receiving complement Rachaad White, but Croskey-Merritt should garner the majority of the carries - particularly with Chris Rodriguez Jr. departing for Jacksonville.

31. Chris Rodriguez Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars

Rodriguez may finally get a chance to start after three seasons as a reasonably productive rotational piece in Washington. He's not blessed with explosive speed, but he's forced 49 missed tackles across 198 carries in his career. His strength, alongside Bhayshul Tuten's speed, should create a productive rotation in Jacksonville's backfield in 2026.

Honorable Mentions

Brian Robinson, Atlanta Falcons

Robinson didn't get a ton of action backing up Christian McCaffrey in San Francisco, but he does have three separate 700-yard seasons under his belt and forced 22 missed tackles across just 95 carries last season. He should be able to capably give Bijan Robinson a break when needed.

A to Z Sports

Jayden Daniels is the first NFL player to team up with Gatorade since 2024

Daniels has officially partnered with the world-famous thirst quencher. He becomes the first NFL athlete addition to the Gatorade roster since 2024, and joins an impressive lineup of stars including Josh Allen, Caitlin Clark, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Jayson Tatum, Justin Jefferson and more.Renowned for his elite speed, creative playmaking and fearless leadership, Jayden Daniels is redefining the quarterback position as one of football's most electrifying young stars. As part of his partnership with Gatorade, Daniels will work with the brand to connect with the next generation of athletes and appear in upcoming Gatorade marketing efforts."

Growing up, I used to watch the iconic Gatorade commercials and think to myself, One day, that will be me' - and nowit'shappening, which is crazy," Daniels said. From off-season workouts to in-season practice and games, Gatorade has always kept me hydrated and ready to compete at the highest level. I'm honored to represent a brand that's been part of my journey since day one."

Podcasts & videosVISION: Rasul Douglas Fits Daronte Jones Because Washington Knows His Value

Fantasy Football discussion:

Episode 1,365 - Guest: @JoePisapia17 of @FantasyPros and @BettingPros on the Washington Commanders from a fantasy-football perspective. Has Jayden Daniels as the No. 5 QB in the NFL in terms of fantasy. Is very bullish on Terry McLaurin. And much more.https://t.co/rh5ro0kAC9

- Al Galdi (@AlGaldi) July 9, 2026

NFC East links

Dallas Morning News

Von Miller stirs up Dallas Cowboys speculation with social media post

The veteran pass rusher has linked himself to the Cowboys.

Von Miller to the Dallas Cowboys?

The veteran pass rusher and two-time Super Bowl champion caused a stir on social media Wednesday posting an edit of himself donning a Cowboys uniform to his Instagram story. Also, posted in the thread was a photo of Miller with Cowboys legends Emmitt Smith and Dez Bryant in a suite at AT&T Stadium during a World Cup match that took place last month.

Bryant later posted to X with a series of emojis, including a shushing face, when the picture from the England-Croatia game was alleged to be a recruiting venture.

Von Miller posted a picture of himself in a Cowboys jersey on IG pic.twitter.com/VdCRDZQTps

- Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) July 8, 2026

It's pretty clear that Von Miller wants to sign with the Cowboys.

But do they actually need him? And does he have ANYTHING left?https://t.co/4JnhHN02YC

- Marcus Mosher (@Marcus_Mosher) July 9, 2026

Big Blue View

NY Giants training camp: Last chance for 4 underperforming draft picksJosh Ezeudu

If I were an oddsmaker, I would give Ezeudu, a 2022 third-round pick, better odds of making the season-opening roster than Neal.

That is partially contract-related. Neal received a minimum contract with no guaranteed money. Ezeudu received an $80,000 signing bonus and $330,000 in guaranteed salary. So, $410,000 guaranteed overall.

The other thing is that when you talk to Bloomgren, it is clear that he believes there is something worth trying to nurture there with the 27-year-old Ezeudu.

When drafted, Ezeudu was thought to be a guard at the NFL level. Since 2023, though, he has played almost exclusively at tackle. When the Giants brought him back for one more look this year, the thought was that perhaps they would finally give him a full-time opportunity at guard.

Harbaugh and his staff, though, like Brian Daboll and his staff, see Ezeudu as a tackle first with guard flexibility. He aligned at tackle all spring.

Josh has done some very good things," Bloomgren said at the end of mandatory minicamp. And when he's putting it together footwork-wise, hand placement-wise, you see why they drafted him in the first place.

And you realize that this guy has a lot of potential, and that's exciting."

Ezeudu's chance to make the team might come down to whether or not the Giants are comfortable trying to sneak sixth-round pick J.C. Davis through waivers and onto the practice squad.

Chance Ezeudu makes the team: 30%

NFL league linksArticles

ESPN

How are Super Bowl-level NFL rosters built at each position?Quarterback

Draft: 24 of 30 players (12 high first-round picks, one mid first-round pick, five Day 2 picks, six Day 3 picks)

Trade: 2 (one big, one medium)

Free agency: 4 (three premium, one middle class)

Quarterback illuminates both the strengths and weaknesses of evaluating these Super Bowl teams. There's one very obvious and important piece of information: If a team wants to make it to the Super Bowl, it better be comfortable drafting and developing a QB. Darnold won a Super Bowl last season as the lone middle-class quarterback of the 30, but 24 of the other 29 prior candidates were homegrown talents.

Lead edge rusher

Draft: 18 (seven high first-round picks, two mid first-round pick, four late first-round picks, one Day 2 pick, four Day 3 picks)

Trade: 5 (two big, three medium)

Free agency: 7 (one premium, five middle class, one low end)

Second edge rusher

Draft: 11 (one mid first-round pick, one late first-round pick, four Day 2 picks, four Day 3 picks, one UDFA)

Trade: 4 (two big, one medium, one small)

Free agency: 13 (one premium, four middle class, eight low end)

Other: 2 (one franchise tag, one waiver-wire acquisition)

Teams pay a premium for elite production on the edge, and as was the case at wide receiver, we can see a real disparity between how teams acquire their top edge rusher versus their second-best option. Sixteen of 30 primary edge rushers were acquired via a first-round pick, a significant trade or free agency. Just five were added on Day 3 of the draft (none after Round 4) or with a low-cost move on the open market.

Cornerback

Draft: 29 (one high first-round pick, two mid first-round picks, six late first-round picks, six Day 2 picks, 11 Day 3 picks, three UDFAs)

Trade: 10 (two big, four medium, four small)

Free agency: 19 (six premium, seven middle-class, six low-end)

Other: 2 (two waiver-wire acquisitions)

General managers have been able to find useful starters at cornerback in free agency before their runs to the Super Bowl. Just under half of the 60 starters from this grouping are homegrown talents.

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- Ross Tucker Podcast (@RossTuckerPod) July 9, 2026

Daily Diggs & Aiyuk

These are the Instagram Posts I like.

Stefon Diggs, five hours ago. #RaiseHailpic.twitter.com/c2r4Rc4MYV

- George Carmi (@Gcarmi21) July 9, 2026

Brandon Aiyuk says he's being held captive without pay, despite the fact that he refuses to apply for reinstatement. He also says if he's signed he'll continue his social media posting BS."

It's almost like he does not want to be on a team this year. pic.twitter.com/D5jutn2kUU

- Grant Paulsen (@GrantPaulsen) July 8, 2026

Brandon Aiyuk keeps trying to drag his "friend" Jayden Daniels down to his level.pic.twitter.com/wGh9mmc5Ld

- COMMANDERS FOOTBALL (@HogsHaven) July 9, 2026

Brandon Aiyuk is now begging Jayden Daniels to call him back. pic.twitter.com/uVRZvX2XMo

- Grant Cohn (@grantcohn) July 8, 2026

If Brandon Aiyuk won't be petitioning to be reinstated to the 49ers' roster, he won't be back in the NFL with another team. pic.twitter.com/k4NcQKp75x

- PFT Live (@PFT_Live) July 8, 2026

That guy's screenshot is using blog sites as evidence. The key sentence from the NFL's actual rules regarding players who left their squad says:

A player on a club's Reserve List shall not be eligible to contract with any other club unless and until the player is released or... pic.twitter.com/R5rWrYN1nP

- David Harrison (@DHarrison82) July 8, 2026

aBit o'Twitter

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- Washington Commanders (@Commanders) July 8, 2026

Nate Burleson gives his 2026-27 #Commanders Outlook #nfl#raisehail#explore#football#bowietv#LMSNpic.twitter.com/ysX2m6TIZ2

- Bowie TV Sports (@BowieTVSports) July 8, 2026

CRod checks in a #80
Bill with his 2nd entry in the top-100 at #76#RaiseHailhttps://t.co/C3L7oLPqLU

- Bill-in-Bangkok (@billhorgan2005) July 9, 2026

Fox's cost of entry ($485MM) for this World Cup was so low that it was covered by ads from the hydration breaks alone.

With approximately 260 additional seconds of ad time to sell per match, Fox booked nearly $200 million in bonus sales during the group stage alone. pic.twitter.com/w7EKupwXcb

- Sportico (@Sportico) July 8, 2026

Bonnie Tyler, best known for her hit single Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died at the age of 75. pic.twitter.com/4pJDNrsFio

- Pop Base (@PopBase) July 9, 2026