The Washington Commanders are expected to sign veteran free-agent cornerback Rasul Douglas to a one-year contract, according to @AdamSchefter of ESPN. The move brings a seasoned playmaker to the Washington secondary as the team continues to bolster its defensive depth during the offseason.
Rasul Douglas, 29, spent the 2023 season with both the Green Bay Packers and the Buffalo Bills. After a mid-season trade to Buffalo, Douglas continued to demonstrate his ball-hawking abilities, finishing the year with five interceptions and 14 passes defended. His veteran presence is expected to provide a significant boost to a Commanders defensive unit looking to improve its consistency against the pass.
A former third-round pick out of West Virginia, Douglas has enjoyed a productive NFL career with stints playing for the Philadelphia Eagles, Carolina Panthers, and the Packers. He was a member of the Eagles' Super Bowl LII championship team and has recorded 19 career interceptions since entering the league in 2017. This one-year deal allows Washington to add an experienced starter to their defensive backfield on a short-term basis.
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