The story with the Commanders roster right now is that, with the announcement of 12 undrafted college free agents coming to terms with Washington and set to sign contracts on May 11th, the team is about to have too many players.
The offseason limit is 90. Following the release of Center Chase Roullier earlier this week, the Commanders have 80 players under contract.
That leaves room for 10 more guys, but the team has already announced that it is adding 12 undrafted rookie free agents.
We have agreed to terms with 12 undrafted free agents@PaycorInc | #HTTC
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) May 1, 2023
By waiting until May 11th to officially sign these dozen rookies, the front office bought enough time to make roster moves.