Commanders Bring in Former Bills Second-Round Pick to Bolster Pass Rush
Summary
The Washington Commanders signed Boogie Basham, a former second-round NFL draft pick, to strengthen their pass rush after another player was injured. Basham has played in the NFL and the UFL, and he will add depth to the Commanders' defensive line as they pursue their first NFC East title since 2020.Key Facts
- The Commanders signed Boogie Basham after placing Drake Jackson on injured reserve with a hamstring injury.
- Basham recently played for the DC Defenders in the UFL, where he had 28 tackles and 3 sacks in 12 games.
- Basham was a second-round pick (No. 61 overall) by the Buffalo Bills in 2021.
- He has played five NFL seasons, appearing in 43 games with 61 tackles and 4.5 sacks.
- Basham also played for the New York Giants and Carolina Panthers in the NFL.
- The Commanders have several defensive line injuries, including Jer'Zhan Newton and Tim Settle Jr.
- Basham will provide important backup as the Commanders aim to win the NFC East in 2026.
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