Atlanta Falcons wide receiver James Washington has been released by the organization on Sunday. It looks like Washington was the odd man out as the Falcons needed to cut someone to add safety Justin Simmons to the roster. At this point, Washington is nothing more than depth on any NFL roster. His best season came in 2019 with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Washington recorded 44 receptions, 735 receiving yards and three touchdowns during that season. Since then, Washington has regressed appears to be nothing more than a back-end depth option. He could land elsewhere before the season begins, but Washington is unlikely to make a big impact anywhere.
Aug 18, 2024 6:18 PM EST
The Falcons signed former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver James Washington on Monday. After spending his first four seasons in Pittsburgh and one year with the Cowboys, Washington was out of the league in 2023. In 2022, Washington only played in two games and did not record a statistic. His best season came in 2019 when he caught 44 passes for 735 yards and three touchdowns. Washington was an important depth piece for the Steelers during his tenure. The Falcons have a crowded wide receiver room with Drake London, Darnell Mooney, Ray-Ray McCloud III, and Rondale Moore, who are all currently ahead of Washington on the depth chart. This signing is of little consequence to fantasy. Hopefully, Washington will have a chance to make the team, but it is not on the fantasy radar in 2024.
Jul 29, 2024 6:06 PM EST
Veteran wide receiver James Washington, who is currently a free agent, will attempt to make a comeback, according to a post on his personal Instagram account. Washington is best known for his time in Pittsburgh, but he also worked around injuries to play in two games with the Dallas Cowboys in 2022. The former second-round pick's list of injuries included a Jones fracture, which required surgery. Washington looked to play in the NFL in 2023 but was cut by both the New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis Colts last August. Ultimately, while Washington has received steady NFL interest, his last meaningful contributions at the pro level came in 2021 when he caught 24 passes for 285 yards and two touchdowns. Fast forward three years and Washington is looking to rejuvenate his career. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler notes that multiple teams have inquired about Washington. However, he remains off the fantasy radar for the time being.
Jun 19, 2024 10:17 PM EST
The Indianapolis Colts released wide receiver James Washington on Monday, according to a league source. Washington signed with the Colts during training camp but obviously didn't do enough in the short time he was with the team to earn a roster spot heading into the 2023 regular season. The former second-round selection of the Pittsburgh Steelers back in 2018 out of Oklahoma State was unable to secure his only target in two games played with the Dallas Cowboys in 2022 after four seasons in Pittsburgh to begin his career. Washington's best season came in 2019, when he had 44 receptions for 735 yards and three touchdowns in 15 games (10 starts). He will now look to join another team as receiver depth for the 2023 campaign.
Aug 28, 2023 7:13 PM EST
The Indianapolis Colts have reached an agreement with wide receiver James Washington on a one-year deal. The 27-year-old signed with the Dallas Cowboys last season, but barely saw any playing time while battling a foot injury. Washington joined the New Orleans Saints this offseason, but was cut a few weeks into training camp. It appears he has found a new home with the Colts. It looks like he has an uphill battle to make the Colts 53-man roster. At best, Washington will be a depth option, so he can be ignored in most fantasy formats going forward.
Aug 18, 2023 4:32 PM EST
Washington is signing a one-year contract with the Saints, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
May 15, 2023 11:56 AM EST
The Giants signed Washington to their practice squad Wednesday, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.
Jan 11, 2023 6:49 AM EST
The Cowboys informed Washington on Wednesday that he'll be released, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Jan 4, 2023 6:54 AM EST
Washington (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday's game against the Titans, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Dec 29, 2022 4:13 PM EST
Washington (coach's decision) has been ruled inactive ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Eagles, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Dec 24, 2022 12:26 PM EST
Washington failed to catch his only target and saw 11 offensive snaps in Sunday's win over the Texans.
Dec 12, 2022 10:21 AM EST
Washington (foot) was activated off injured reserve Saturday and will play Sunday against the Giants, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Dec 10, 2022 7:23 AM EST
Washington (foot) appears likely to be available for the Cowboys' Week 14 contest versus the Texans, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Dec 9, 2022 9:02 AM EST
The Cowboys designated Washington (foot) for return from injured reserve Wednesday.
Nov 30, 2022 1:16 PM EST
The Cowboys are expected to designate Washington (foot) for return from injured reserve Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Nov 30, 2022 7:17 AM EST
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Tuesday that Washington (foot) has a chance of "joining us here real soon," Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Nov 29, 2022 7:28 AM EST
Washington (foot) is not ready to return to practice quite yet, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Nov 9, 2022 8:46 AM EST
Washington (foot) isn't sure when he will return but said he's "pretty much healed" and "felt great" during a workout Wednesday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.
Oct 19, 2022 10:41 AM EST
Washington (foot) is eligible to come off injured reserve ahead of Week 5, but he still needs more time to rehab, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Oct 4, 2022 2:46 PM EST
Washington (foot) was spotted doing on-field work Thursday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Sep 23, 2022 8:43 AM EST
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