The Washington Commanders announced Friday, May 8, 2026, that they have signed their full undrafted free agent class of nine players, finalizing the 2026 rookie pool just ahead of the first day of rookie minicamp. The group joins the team's six draft picks as general manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn look to stock the roster with young talent capable of pushing for playing time come training camp.
The UDFA class, as confirmed by the team's official website, brings a mix of small-school upside, Power Five production, and one notable specialist who could make an immediate impact. For a team positioned in the competitive NFC East, these signings represent more than camp fodder--they are low-risk bets with the potential to fill depth roles or even compete for starting jobs.
The Full UDFA Class
Here is the complete list of players who agreed to terms with Washington:
- Wide receiver Jaden Bradley (UNLV)
- Guard Tanoa Togiai (Utah)
- Defensive tackle Jeffrey M'Ba (SMU)
- Safety Malik Spencer (Michigan State)
- Running back Robert Henry Jr. (UTSA)
- Tight end Quentin Moore (Central Oklahoma)
- Wide receiver Kenyon Christian (Memphis)
- Offensive tackle Albert Reese (Toledo)
- Kicker Drew Stevens (Iowa)
Every one of these players will report to rookie minicamp this weekend alongside the team's draft picks, giving the coaching staff their first live look at how these under-the-radar prospects translate their college tape to the NFL level.
Breaking Down the Notable Names
While undrafted free agents often face long odds to make a 53-man roster, a few players in this class stand out as legitimate candidates to stick.
Drew Stevens, K, Iowa might be the most intriguing name on the list. The Hawkeyes have a long history of producing NFL-caliber kickers, and Stevens comes from a program that treats special teams with an almost religious seriousness. He will compete with incumbent kicker Jake Moody, who handled field goal and kickoff duties for Washington last season. Kicking battles can be unpredictable, but Stevens has the leg strength and big-game experience--Iowa's cold-weather environment being a notable plus--to make this a genuine competition. If he shows consistency in camp, Quinn and special teams coordinator Larry Izzo will have a difficult decision to make.
Robert Henry Jr., RB, UTSA adds another body to a running back room that already features Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Jerome Ford, Jeremy McNichols, Rachaad White, and Kaytron Allen. That position group is crowded, but Henry brings a between-the-tackles physicality that could earn him a role as a short-yardage or goal-line option. He rushed for over 1,000 yards in two separate seasons at UTSA and showed reliable hands out of the backfield. Practice squad eligibility is likely his floor, but a strong camp could push him into the conversation for a roster spot if injuries strike.
Jeffrey M'Ba, DT, SMU fills a need along the interior defensive line. Washington already features Daron Payne, Javon Kinlaw, and Jer'Zhan Newton as established players inside, but behind them there is room for a rotational piece. M'Ba is a powerful, space-eating presence who can occupy double teams and free up linebackers Frankie Luvu and Leo Chenal to make plays. His path to a roster spot runs through his ability to contribute on early downs and in short-yardage situations as a nose tackle.
Malik Spencer, S, Michigan State enters a safety room that includes Percy Butler, Nick Cross, Quan Martin, and Jeremy Reaves. Spencer played both deep safety and nickel at Michigan State, giving the defensive backs coach flexibility in how they deploy him. His special teams value could be his ticket to a Week 1 jersey, as Quinn has historically valued core special teamers who can also provide spot defensive snaps.
Jaden Bradley, WR, UNLV and Kenyon Christian, WR, Memphis join a wide receiver corps led by Terry McLaurin, Ja'Corey Brooks, and Van Jefferson. The Commanders also invested in Treylon Burks and Luke McCaffrey in recent years, making the competition for the final wideout spots fierce. Both Bradley and Christian will need to excel on special teams coverage units to set themselves apart. Bradley's notably fast speed, reportedly running in the 4.3s at his pro day, gives him a skill set the team lacks outside of Jaylin Lane.
Quentin Moore, TE, Central Oklahoma is the classic small-school flier. The Division II product put up impressive numbers but faces a massive jump in competition. With John Bates, Chig Okonkwo, Ben Sinnott, and Colson Yankoff already on the roster, Moore will have to prove he can block at the NFL level to earn a practice squad spot.
Tanoa Togiai, G, Utah and Albert Reese, OT, Toledo both reinforce the offensive line depth. Togiai was a road-grader in Utah's run-heavy scheme, while Reese has the length and athletic profile that offensive line coaches covet in developmental tackles. The starting five is largely set, but injuries along the line are a matter of when, not if, and these two could be valuable emergency options.
What This Means for Rookie Minicamp
Rookie minicamp is the first chance for these undrafted players to prove they belong. The Commanders will put them through on-field drills, installs, and conditioning tests this weekend, but the real evaluation will come when the pads go on during training camp in late July.
For now, the team has its full rookie class--both drafted and undrafted--assembled under one roof. The nine UDFAs are officially in the building with a chance to turn a non-guaranteed contract into a career. History shows that a few players from every UDFA class outperform their draft status. The question is whether any of these nine will become the next standout found by Peters and his scouting department.
Roster Context and Competition
The Commanders enter the 2026 season with a roster that looks deeper than it did a year ago. Jayden Daniels enters his third season as the franchise quarterback, and the team has built around him with upgrades at offensive line, wide receiver, and along the defensive front. But those improvements also mean roster spots will be harder to come by.
Washington carried only 53 players on its initial roster last season, and the competition this year will be even stiffer. The UDFA class will battle not only each other but also veteran holdovers and late-round draft picks for the final few spots on the depth chart. Special teams value, position flexibility, and practice squad eligibility will all factor into who survives final cuts.
The signing of a kicker like Stevens is particularly noteworthy. Moody had a solid but unspectacular season in 2025, and the team bringing in a UDFA challenger signals that the job is not locked down. If Stevens performs well in preseason games, Washington could have a legitimate kicking competition heading into Week 1.
A Familiar Approach
Peters and Quinn have consistently sought to build through the draft while mining the undrafted market for overlooked talent. This UDFA class follows that philosophy: target players with production, athletic traits, or experience in pro-style systems, and let them compete in camp. Some will wash out. Others might find a home on the practice squad. A select few could force their way onto the active roster.
The Commanders hope they have found at least one or two contributors from this group. Over the next few months, these nine players will get their opportunity to prove it. Rookie minicamp is just the first step in a long journey that will test their skill, resilience, and adaptability to the NFL game.
By the time training camp breaks in late July, the Commanders will have a clearer picture of who belongs--and who might be the next undrafted gem to carve out a role in Washington.