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In a concurrent roster adjustment, the organization also placed linebacker
Roster shifts in the secondary
Harris’s departure follows a challenging tenure in Washington, where his momentum was stalled by a fractured fibula suffered during the second game of the previous season. Although he returned to action in Week 13, he struggled to reclaim his position on the depth chart throughout the summer.
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Background on the departing veterans
Will Harris entered the league as a third-round draft selection by the Detroit Lions in 2019, where he spent his first four professional seasons. Following his time in Detroit, he signed a one-year contract with the New Orleans Saints in 2024 before joining Washington on a two-year deal in 2025. His release concludes his stint with the Commanders as the team looks to refine its defensive roster.
Meanwhile, the placement of Drake Jackson on injured reserve adds another layer of complexity to the team's linebacker corps. Jackson, originally a second-round pick by the San Francisco 49ers in 2022, had been navigating a difficult recovery process following a major knee injury last year. The current hamstring issue forces him to step away from active duty as he continues his rehabilitation efforts.
