The Washington Commanders made a tough roster decision by moving wide receiver Terry McLaurin to the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list due to an ankle injury just as he reported to training camp. This maneuver required releasing undrafted rookie cornerback Fentrell Cypress, who had shown promise during the offseason.

Head coach Dan Quinn commented on the team's supportive conversation with Cypress, emphasizing the belief in his potential to play multiple positions in the secondary. The team’s depth at cornerback, fueled by rookie Trey Amos and a healthy Marshon Lattimore, led to this difficult choice, allowing Cypress to seek opportunities elsewhere.