The Washington Commanders made waves on Tuesday morning by signing former Pittsburgh Steelers star wide receiver Martavis Bryant after their loss to the New York Jets in preseason action over the weekend.
Bryant, who was once considered to be among the NFL’s most exciting pass-catchers, has been in and out of the league for years after suspensions derailed his meteoric rise to stardom in the 2010s.
He was a member of the Dallas Cowboys practice squad last season but was released on May 8 shortly after the 2024 NFL draft.
The news of Bryant’s signing with Washington was reported by league insider Adam Schefter on Twitter:
Washington Commanders signed veteran WR Martavis Bryant.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 13, 2024
It is unclear what Bryant’s role in the Commander’s offense would be if he makes Washington’s 53-man roster.
The veteran’s return to the NFL has the potential to be a major storyline heading into the regular season if he stands out during the Commanders’ remaining exhibition matchups over the next few weeks.