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Commanders bring back Bobby Wagner on one-year deal

The Washington Commanders have re-signed veteran linebacker Bobby Wagner, keeping a key defensive leader in place for the 2025 season.
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Jan 5, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) walks on the field before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images
Jan 5, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) walks on the field before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images | Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

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The Washington Commanders have secured the return of All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner.

The Commanders linebacker has signed a one-year contract worth up to $9.5 million, with $8 million guaranteed, those figures presented by NFL.com's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo.

Washington will be relying on Wagner and his experience to help elevate its defensive this upcoming season, according to Ian Rapoport.

Wagner, a nine-time Pro Bowler and six-time First-Team All-Pro, spent the 2024 season with the Washington Commanders but also played for the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams.

Wagner remained one of the NFL’s top linebackers in 2024. Starting all 17 games for the Washington Commanders, Wagner delivered another standout season, recording two sacks, 132 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, eight quarterback hits, and an impressive 88.3 PFF grade—the third-best among 84 qualified linebackers.

The future Hall of Famer’s dominance earned him Pro Bowl and Second-Team All-Pro honors as he helped lead Washington to the NFC Championship Game. However, their remarkable season ended in disappointment with a crushing loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

As the Commanders gear up for the 2025 season, Wagner's re-signing shows the organization's commitment to building their defense. Fans should be optimistic that his presence will lead to improved performances and a deeper playoff run.

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DARIUS HAYES

Darius Hayes is a writer and contributor for 2 On SI sites, where he covers multiple teams as well as the Atlanta Braves. His work reflects his passion for sports, especially as a lifelong Philadelphia sports fan. Hayes grew up in Trenton, N.J., and now resides in Atlanta, Ga. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee and his Master’s in Communications from Georgia State University. In addition to journalism, Hayes serves in the Georgia Army National Guard. He can be followed on Twitter @dariushayes55.

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