Dan Quinn described cutdown day as the toughest for NFL teams, as the Washington Commanders slimmed their roster from 90 to 53 players, making unexpected cuts of Ron Rivera's draft picks. Several surprising cuts across the league also occurred.

The Commanders have adjusted their roster significantly, yet hope to have a promising future with Jayden Daniels at quarterback. Other new faces include Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler in the backfield.

Despite roster turnover, Quinn aims to make decisions for the team's best interest, illustrating a new era beyond Rivera's influence as practice squad considerations loom for some recent cuts.

The Washington Commanders have wrapped up their initial 53-man roster, with defensive lineman John Ridgeway making the cut and tight end Cole Turner being waived.

Other notable releases included wide receivers Martavis Bryant, Sam Hartman, and Trace McSorley among many others.

Injuries have also impacted the team, with several players placed on injured reserve and the PUP list.