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The latest developments in the Washington Commanders’ roller coaster of an offseason include a running back returning after initially agreeing to sign elsewhere, the surprising releases of two linemen — with one of their agents calling out a team official for lying — and confusion over when another big cut was happening.
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After agreeing Tuesday to sign a $7 million, two-year deal with the Buffalo Bills, running back J.D. McKissic reversed course and decided to return to the Commanders under the same terms, according to a person with knowledge of the move. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the signing had not been announced.
The Commanders announced the releases of starting left guard Ereck Flowers, defensive tackle Matt Ioannidis and safety Deshazor Everett, which saves $19 million against the salary cap in 2022. Landon Collins' name was initially on that list and quickly removed, with the expectation the veteran safety will be released after June 1 to clear another $11.9 million.
FILE - Washington NFL football running back J.D. McKissic (41) runs with the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, in Landover, Md. The rollercoaster offseason for the Washington Commanders took a few more twists Wednesday, March 16, 2022, a week after the stunning move to acquire Carson Wentz. After agreeing Tuesday to sign a $7 million, two-year deal with the Buffalo Bills, running back J.D. McKissic reversed course and decided to return to the Commanders under the same terms, according to a person with
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