Isaac Yiadom, the cornerback the Saints just cut, wasted no time finding a new home. The Washington Commanders officially announced Tuesday they scooped him up for their practice squad. This isn’t just a random signing, folks, it’s a smart move for Washington as they eye depth and experience heading into the 2026 regular season.
Saints Make Tough Roster Calls
This move for Yiadom follows right on the heels of another former Saints player, Terrell Burgess, also landing on a new squad with the Tennessee Titans. But there’s a key difference here: Burgess went straight onto the Titans’ active roster. Yiadom, on the other hand, is joining the Commanders’ practice squad. That detail is big, because it means any chance of him returning to the Saints’ practice squad is officially off the table. New Orleans made the call to terminate Yiadom’s contract just this past Sunday as part of their final crunch to get down to that NFL-mandated 53-man roster limit. You gotta make tough cuts, and he was one of them.
Experience Lands in Washington
Yiadom, at 30 years old, isn’t some fresh-faced rookie. He brings some serious veteran savvy to Washington’s practice squad. This was actually his second stint with the Saints. He signed a three-year deal with them before the 2025 season, showing they had some trust in him. Last year, in 2025, he played in 14 games, getting one start, and wasn’t just riding the bench. He contributed on defense and took on a significant role on special teams, racking up 26 total tackles and one tackle for loss. His absolute best performance with the Saints came during his first run back in 2023. That year, he was a fixture, appearing in all 17 games, where he put up 14 pass deflections and snagged an interception. After that stellar 2023 campaign, he actually signed with the San Francisco 49ers the following offseason before returning to New Orleans.
So, what does this mean? For the Commanders, they’re getting an experienced option they can develop. It’s a low-risk, potentially high-reward play, giving them flexibility to elevate him during the season if injuries hit or if he shows out in practice. As for the Saints, they’re clearly signaling a shift towards a younger cornerback room as Week 1 looms. They might even be looking at outside additions as the season rolls on. It’s all about depth and managing that roster, especially this early in the season. Keep an eye on Washington to see how Yiadom fits in.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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