WASHINGTON COMMANDERS’ HEAD COACH RON RIVERA SHAKES UP ROSTER, DEMOTES AUSTIN SEIBERT
Landover, MD – In a surprise move, Washington Commanders’ head coach Ron Rivera demoted kicker Austin Seibert to the practice squad and made several roster adjustments.
SEIBERT’S DEMOTION
Seibert’s struggles:
– 2/5 on field goals (40% success rate)
– 10/12 on extra points (83% success rate)
RIVERA’S EXPLANATION
“Austin’s not meeting expectations,” Rivera said. “We need consistency.”
NEW KICKER EMERGES
– Joey Slye, former Carolina Panther, signed to active roster
OTHER ROSTER MOVES
– Waived: WR Dax Milne
– Activated from IR: LB David Mayo
– Signed to practice squad: CB Troy Apke
PLAYER REACTIONS
– “Tough break for Austin, but Joey’s got skills.” – Quarterback Carson Wentz
– “Roster changes happen. We adapt.” – Tight end Logan Thomas
FAN REACTION
Social media reacted:
“Needed change! Seibert’s inconsistency hurt.” – @CommandersFan4Life
“Slye’s got game! Welcome to DC!” – @WashingtonFT
ANALYST INSIGHT
“Rivera’s sending a message: performance matters,” ESPN’s John Keim said. “Slye brings experience.”
NEXT MATCHUP PREVIEW
– Week 7: Washington Commanders @ Philadelphia Eagles
– 1:00 PM EST kickoff
– Lincoln Financial Field
INJURY UPDATE
– Defensive tackle Jonathan Allen (knee) questionable
– Safety Kam Curl (ankle) probable
ODDS SHIFT
– Commanders now +5.5 underdogs vs. Eagles
– Over/under: 45.5 points
STAY TUNED
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Sources:
– Ron Rivera’s Press Conference
– Washington Commanders Official Website
– ESPN
– NFL Network
