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Commanders Sign Preston Smith to Boost Defense Amid Injuries

9/17/2025

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The Washington Commanders signed veteran pass rusher Preston Smith to bolster their defense after Deatrich Wise's season-ending injury.
Smith, 32, returns to the team that drafted him in 2015, where he recorded 24.5 sacks.
The Commanders placed cornerback Jonathan Jones on injured reserve to make room for Smith.
Smith aims to enhance the pass rush and pressure opposing quarterbacks.
The team also placed running back Austin Ekeler on injured reserve due to injuries.

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The Washington Commanders signed veteran pass rusher Preston Smith to bolster their defense after Deatrich Wise's season-ending injury.
Smith, 32, returns to the team that drafted him in 2015, where he recorded 24.5 sacks.
The Commanders placed cornerback Jonathan Jones on injured reserve to make room for Smith.
Smith aims to enhance the pass rush and pressure opposing quarterbacks.
The team also placed running back Austin Ekeler on injured reserve due to injuries.