Commanders Sign Defensive Tackle Byron Cowart

The Commanders have strengthened their defensive line by signing veteran defensive tackle Byron Cowart to the active roster on Tuesday morning.

In addition to this signing, the team waived guard Sala Aumavae-Laulu and safety Rob McDaniel. Cowart, who spent time on the Jets' injured reserve list last August, did not play in any games after being released in December. In 2024, he recorded 26 tackles and 2.5 sacks over 15 games with the Bears.

Cowart was drafted by the Patriots in the fifth round of the 2019 NFL Draft and played 19 games for New England in his first two seasons. He also participated in 17 games with the Colts in 2022.