The Washington Commanders have been mostly quiet over the past few days, as they finalized their initial 53-man roster and practice squad. After finalizing their roster on Sunday, Washington re-signed 12 players it had just waived or released to the practice squad.
On Tuesday, the Commanders finished filling out their practice squad, signing five players from outside of the organization. Veteran cornerback Isaac Yaidom was the most notable signing, as he could contribute immediately.
While Yiadom and fellow cornerback Terell Smith could prove to be helpful soon, there was one player who could be a steal: offensive tackle Esa Pole.
Pole, a 6-foot-7, 319-pound tackle from Washington State, entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2025. After being initially waived during last summer's final cuts, the New York Jets claimed Pole off waivers. He was waived in October, and the Chiefs wasted no time bringing him back, signing him to the practice squad.
Pole was signed to the 53-man roster on Dec. 3, and he made his NFL debut at left tackle the following week. Kansas City's starting left tackle was injured on the first play, and Pole replaced him. He would then go on to start the final four games at left tackle.

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