Broncos announce that they have signed running back Dwayne Washington

The Denver Broncos have announced that they have signed veteran running back Dwayne Washington to their 90-man roster. To make room for him on the roster, the team has announced that they have waived defensive lineman Forrest Merrill with an injury designation.

We've signed RB Dwayne Washington.

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— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) August 16, 2023 Washington played the past five seasons with the New Orleans Saints and played four of those seasons under head coach Sean Payton. During his tenure with the Saints, Washington had 58 rushing attempts for 283 yards and 0 touchdowns while also catching four balls for 25 yards.

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