"D.J. Johnson, an aging, developmental edge rusher who failed to meet even modest expectations with the Carolina Panthers, was among those who got a tryout. This follows on from the Commanders claiming Shy Tuttle, another ex-Panthers flop, off waivers following his abrupt departure from the Tennessee Titans. It may be a coincidence. It may also be a sign that Scott Fitterer's influence in the front office could be increasing."
"Tuttle joined in 2023 free agency and never came close to meeting expectations. Fitterer panicked in the 2023 NFL Draft when edge rushers began to fly off his board, trading up for Johnson. He was a six-year college prospect who was largely expected to be selected on Day 3 or not at all. The Panthers took him at No. 80, and they traded up for the privilege."
The Washington Commanders worked out six players ahead of their regular-season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles. D.J. Johnson, an aging developmental edge rusher with underwhelming performance in Carolina, received a tryout. The Commanders recently claimed Shy Tuttle off waivers after his abrupt departure from the Tennessee Titans. Scott Fitterer, who previously served as Panthers general manager, may have advocated for these former Panthers players. Fitterer traded up to select Johnson at No. 80 in the 2023 NFL Draft and signed Tuttle in 2023 free agency, both moves that failed to meet expectations. The Commanders face injuries and appear to be seeking short-term fixes.
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