Commanders Sign CB Ahkello Witherspoon, Eye Draft for Offense

0:00On March 26th, the Washington commanders are bolstering their secondary this off-season by signing veteran cornerback, Akela Witherspoon, to A. contract. The move comes after his recent visit to the team and aims to shake off last season struggles. Witherspoon joins from the Los Angeles Rams, where he played three seasons including six games with two starts last year picking up two passes, defended and one interception. Earlier, he spent four years with the 49ers and two with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Overall, he brings solid experience with 96 games played, 64 starts, 60 passes defended, and 13 interceptions. This addition fills a gap after the team released the veteran safety a few weeks back. His exact role remains unclear, but his strengthens depth heading into training camp. Meanwhile, the commanders either draft for offensive help, especially a running back. Analysts like Adam Schaefter see them grabbing Notre Dame's Jeremiah Love around the seventh overall pick to boost their room. With the draft nearing, expect more tweaks to build a

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