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Commanders Cut Rookie RB Allen Amid Roster Changes
9 Oct
Summary
- Rookie RB Kaytron Allen waived by Commanders on Thursday.
- Move made to accommodate injured players returning to the roster.
- Allen had 41 rushing yards on 12 carries in four games this season.
Rookie running back Kaytron Allen's short stint with the Washington Commanders has concluded, as the team waived him on Thursday. This roster move was initiated to create space for players recovering from injuries. Allen, who was selected by the Commanders in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, had participated in each of the team's four games this season, managing 41 rushing yards from 12 carries.
The timing of Allen's release coincides with the return of veteran running back Jeremy McNichols from injury. This addition further congests an already competitive running back lineup that includes Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Chris Rodriguez, and Austin Ekeler. Should Allen clear waivers, the Commanders retain the option to re-sign him to their practice squad. However, if not re-signed, Washington would lose a player selected with a 2026 draft pick just months prior.
Allen joined the Commanders after a four-year career at Penn State, where he recorded 4,180 rushing yards and 39 touchdowns. The Commanders currently stand at the bottom of the NFC North with a 1-3 record in the 2026 season. Despite the team's challenging start, head coach Dan Quinn expressed confidence in the team's resilience, stating, "A fire is lit, and it's going to stay lit," and affirming their ability to overcome adversity.
