The Washington Commanders on Monday released veteran wide receiver Michael Gallup, who signed with the team in March after initially retiring from the league before the 2024 season.

Gallup, 29, had signed a one-year contract with the Raiders in April 2024 but opted to retire on the eve of the team's first practice at training camp in July. The Raiders then released him from the reserve/retired list in March to allow him to attempt a comeback.

The Commanders also released cornerback Essang Bassey, center Nick Harris, tackle Tyre Phillips, defensive end Norell Pollard and wide receiver Braylon Sanders on Monday.

Gallup was competing for a spot with Commanders wide receivers Terry McLaurin, Deebo Samuel, Noah Brown and Luke McCaffrey.

Gallup had 266 catches for 3,744 yards and 21 touchdow

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