Washington Commanders Notes: Two Roster Moves, Season Ticket Perks

While the team also announced additional perks for season ticket holders, the Washington Commanders made a pair of roster moves ahead of the second week of OTAs with another pass catcher now in the building...but not the one you may be thinking of.

The Commanders announced that veteran tight end Anthony Firkser has been signed, marking his second consecutive season in the NFC. Firkser spent the first four seasons of his career in Tennessee where he tallied over 1,100 receiving yards and five touchdowns on 106 catches across 58 games. He then played in 24 games with the Detroit Lions, Atlanta Falcons, New York Jets and Kansas City Chiefs since the 2022 season. He's coming off a season where he registered eight catches for 53 yards in seven games with the Lions in 2025, joining a unit that offensive coordinator David Blough was complimentary of ahead of the second week of OTAs.

In order to make room, the Commanders announced that wide receiver Ja'Corey Brooks has been released.

A former UDFA addition following the 2025 NFL Draft, Brooks was waived ahead of week one before inking with the practice squad the following day. He was then placed on the practice squad injured list in late November before becoming one of the 11 players the team signed to a reserve/futures deal back on Jan. 5.

Brooks never registered a snap with the Commanders with a possible end to his time with the organization marking a disappointment for the hopeful fan favorite. Prior to his time in the NFL, Brooks ended his college career as an All-ACC First Team selection after transferring from Alabama to Louisville in 2024.

Meanwhile, the Commanders also announced several new perks for season ticket holders, including new menu items featuring ten items under $5, like a hot dog and pretzel, and five items under $10, like Ben's Bowl of Chili and a Smashburger and chips.

Washington also announced that the number of training camp practices open to season ticket holders has doubled from last year with six practices now available, along with additional perks in London for the Commanders' week four matchup against the Indianapolis Colts. Washington also announced a week one watch party for fans with the local location still to be determined, giving the die-hard fans a chance to watch the Commanders take on the Eagles in Philadelphia to open the 2026 regular season.

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