EFE OBADA NEWS

Let go by Washington Obada was released by the Commanders on Tuesday.

Impact The move opens a spot on the Commanders' 53-man roster for Marshon Lattimore, who was acquired from the Saints on Tuesday. Obada played in each of Washington's last four regular-season games while serving in rotational role at defensive end behind starters Dorance Armstrong and Clelin Ferrell. Over that span, Obada registered three tackles (one solo) across 52 defensive snaps. He should get interest from teams looking to add depth at defensive end.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Set for season debut Obada (lower leg) is active Sunday against the Ravens.

Impact Obada was activated from the reserve/PUP list Saturday, as he remained focused on his recovery from multiple leg fractures suffered last November. The return of the 32-year-old should be a boost to the Commanders' defensive line depth.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Lifted from reserve/PUP list The Commanders activated Obada (lower leg) from the reserve/PUP list Saturday.

Impact Obada was placed on the PUP list ahead of Washington's regular-season opener and has been working his way back since. The defensive lineman had his practice window opened Oct. 2 and was able to log a trio of full practice sessions this week, giving him a good chance of returning to action Sunday versus Baltimore. Upon his return, Obada will likely take on a rotational role.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to practice Obada (lower leg) was designated to return from the reserve/PUP list Wednesday.

Impact Obada has missed the mandatory four games since being placed on the PUP list as camp opened. The 32-year-old will now have a 21-day window to practice with the team before he needs to be added to the 53-man roster. Considering the amount of time Obada has missed, it's unlikely he'd suit up Sunday against the Browns, but greater clarity will likely be available closer to the Week 5 matchup.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Opens season on PUP list Obada (lower leg) was placed on the reserve/PUP list by the Commanders on Tuesday, Zach Selby of the team's official website reports.

Impact Obada failed to appear in a game this preseason while continuing to recover from multiple lower leg fractures that he sustained in November and he'll now be forced to sit out the team's first four games of the regular season while on the PUP list. Obada is first eligible to return to the field in Week 5 against the Browns on Oct. 6.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to PUP list Obada (lower leg) was placed on the active/PUP list Wednesday, Chick Hernandez of WUSA 9 reports.

Impact Obada suffered multiple lower leg fractures in late November, missing the final six games of the 2023 regular season after undergoing surgery. He is expected to be ready for Week 1 of the regular season, but he'll require some additional time before he'll be able to practice in a full capacity at the Commanders' training camp.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders DE Efe Obada Placed on IR After Quick Surgery Washington Commanders defensive end Efe Obada was placed on season-ending IR after being carted off in Sunday’s loss to the New York Giants.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Placed on injured reserve The Commanders placed Obada (lower leg) on injured reserve Monday.

Impact Obada will head to injured reserve after suffering a lower leg fracture during Sunday's loss to the Giants. The 31-year-old underwent surgery Monday and is expected to miss the remainder of season, and in his absence K.J. Henry and Andre Jones should be in line for increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders DE Efe Obada undergoes surgery on leg breaks Nov 19, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders defensive end Efe Obada (97) is carted off the field after being injured agains...

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Sitting Week 7 Obada (coach's decision) is listed as inactive for Sunday's matchup with the Giants, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Impact One week after coming off injured reserve and making his season debut, Obada is a healthy scratch in New York. His next opportunity to suit up will come in Week 8 versus the Eagles.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders' Efe Obada 'Progressing Very Nicely' Washington Commanders defensive end Efe Obada could make his season debut on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.

OCTOBER 15, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Commanders DE Efe Obada activated off injured reserve Aug 11, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Washington Commanders defensive end Efe Obada (97) hits Cleveland Browns quarterback Joshua Dobbs (15) d...

OCTOBER 14, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

How Commanders' Efe Obada, other players are working to grow NFL popularity abroad The Commanders' Efe Obada was one of a handful of NFL players to be part of the first Player Passport Tour this offseason.

JUNE 30, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Efe Obada and Clyde Edwards-Helaire joined by NFL stars to inspire local London school kids Efe Obada breaks into laughter as one child nabs and parades his watch to the joy of fellow students, Gabe Davis performs the Griddy dance w...

JUNE 23, 2023 • SKY.COM

Back on one-year deal The Commanders re-signed Obada to a one-year contract Wednesday, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports.

Impact Obada, 30, appeared in all 17 games for the Commanders last season, recording four sacks as a deep reserve on roughly one third of the defensive snaps.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clear to play Sunday night Washington upgraded Obada (finger) on Saturday, meaning he'll be available for Sunday's game versus the Giants.

Impact Obada apparently sustained an injury to his finger at practice Friday, but it doesn't look like it will hold him back in Week 15. He should continue to rotate in at defensive end behind Montez Sweat and James Smith-Williams.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders Activate Wes Martin, Upgrade Efe Obada to Play vs. Giants Follow along with Commander Country as we keep you up to date with all firings, hirings, and breaking news in the NFL

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Ben Standig: DL Efe Obada now cleared to play, the team... - The Athletic DL Efe Obada now cleared to play, the team announced. Previously listed as questionable with a finger injury suffered during Friday's practi...

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Late addition to injury report Obada (finger) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Obada was added to the injury report after apparently suffering an injury during practice. He still managed a limited session, which bodes well for his potential availability for the important divisional showdown. Obada has served a significant role along the Commanders' defensive line this season, tallying 18 total tackles with three sacks across 13 games.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Young opens Commanders camp on PUP list, is far from return

Chase Young is starting Washington Commanders training camp on the physically unable to perform list

JULY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Obada becomes latest ex-Panthers player added by Commanders

The Washington Commanders have signed defensive end Efe Obada and brought back depth cornerback Danny Johnson

MARCH 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joins Washington Obada agreed to a contract with the Commanders on Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Impact Obada spent the 2021 campaign with the Bills following three years with the Panthers. For his career, he's registered 62 tackles, 11 sacks, four pass deflections, two fumble recoveries and one forced fumble across 52 appearances. Obada will likely provide depth behind Montez Sweat and Chase Young (knee) during the 2022 campaign.

MARCH 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bills have limited salary cap space entering free agency

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane has a decision to weigh: stick with the players he’s familiar with or plug the team’s needs in free agency

MARCH 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bills' Vernon Butler out vs. Chiefs, Efe Obada active The Bills had some tough decisions to make with a healthy roster.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • SYRACUSE.COM

Dugger, Hightower active for Pats' playoff game versus Bills

New England defensive back Kyle Dugger and linebacker Dont’a Hightower returned to the lineup for the Patriots' wild-card playoff game at the Buffalo Bills after missing last week’...

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS