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NFL Preseason Catch Leader Rivaldo Fairweather Gets Commanders Look After Surprising Exit

Rivaldo Fairweather is getting another NFL opportunity after a preseason that put his name on the radar. The former Arizona Cardinals and Dallas Cowboys tight end is working out for the Washington Commanders. Fairweather’s timing is interesting because he has already been moving around since the preseason ended. He worked out for the Kansas City […] The post NFL Preseason Catch Leader Rivaldo…

NFL Preseason Catch Leader Rivaldo Fairweather Gets Commanders Look After Surprising Exit

Former tight end Rivaldo Fairweather, who led the NFL in preseason catches, is getting another shot at an NFL roster with the Washington Commanders. This comes after his surprising exit by the Arizona Cardinals during the preseason. Fairweather, a former Auburn and Dallas Cowboys player, made 17 catches for 150 yards during the preseason, which caught teams off guard as he was the only player to have more receptions than any other player in the league.

Unselected in the 2025 NFL Draft, Fairweather signed with the Cowboys but was cut, then signed with the Cardinals from their practice squad in December. The Cardinals let him go, leaving Fairweather searching for a team where his receiving skills could translate into regular-season roles. Standing at 6-foot-4 and 252 pounds, Fairweather has the size and experience needed for the position, having produced 69 catches for 766 yards and 8 touchdowns during his final two seasons at Auburn.

The Washington Commanders, looking to add tight end depth, have invited Fairweather for a workout, giving him a chance to showcase his abilities and potentially secure a spot on an NFL roster.

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