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ArticleHow the Washington Commanders might utilize 12 and 13 personnel this seasonAugust 2, 2026

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Roster depth will also be key, and with blocking specialist John Bates on the shelf with an injury, the team will give Colson Yankoff and Lawrence Cager extended looks.

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Cager gets extended camp opportunities with Bates sidelined by injury.

Cager will receive extended looks at tight end during training camp and the season due to John Bates' injury, giving him an opportunity to compete for playing time in the Commanders' expanded tight end rotation.

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Cager tried out for 49ers; inactive since 2023 after Jets/Giants tenure.

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Cager worked out by 49ers after 2-year absence from regular-season play.

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Cager grabbed 2 TDs in camp; competing for fourth tight end spot with strong receiving ability.

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Lawrence Cager waived/released in Commanders roster cuts.

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“I thought the tight end room was solid, although I'll admit that the tight ends were not used much in the passing game during the offensive periods...

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Cager standout in third down drills; competing for TE4

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