Commanders talk: Adam Peters, Dan Quinn speak after 53-man roster cuts

Commanders head coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters spoke to the media on Monday afternoon, following the formation of their initial 53-man roster and practice squad.

They discussed why players were kept and others were let go, also providing updates on a number of key players dealing with injury.

Good news was provided about some key players, including center Nick Allegretti’s return to practice on Monday.

Peters and Quinn also gave some updates on edge rusher Odafe Oweh and explained why

cornerback Trey Amos was placed on injured reserve with a designation to return.

Here are some highlights from that important press conference as the Commanders turn toward the 2026 regular season:

Injured players returning to practice:

Happy with the team:

“Far from done” with roster moves:

Center:

Missing out on C Tyler Linderbaum:

Trey Amos:

Odafe Oweh:

Draft Status buying time for a player?:

Athan Kaliakmanis:

Fabian Moreau re-signed:

Jayden Daniels:

Preseason run defense:

Behind the scenes work to improve the team:

Jaden Bradley:

New coordinators didn’t show much during preseason: