After just a few months in the nation’s capital, former Minnesota Vikings defensive back Cameron Dantzler, Sr. is on the move again.
On Tuesday, the Washington Commanders announced that they released Dantzler to make room on the 90-man roster for defensive back Turrell Burgess and tight end Brandon Dillon.
#Commanders sign Terrell Burgess, Brandon Dillon, released Cameron Dantzler Sr, placed Andrew Norwell on the reserve/physically unable to perform list
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) May 30, 2023
Dantzler, 24, was claimed by the Commanders in March after the Vikings chose to part ways. Now, just a few months later, he’ll be back on waivers for the second time this off-season.
A third-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, Dantzler played three seasons for the Vikings, starting 26 games over three seasons. Last season, Dantzler started in nine games, totaling 50 tackles, one forced fumble, and five pass deflections. Although he did not intercept a pass last season, Dantzler has three interceptions over his career.
Although the Vikings could technically choose to reunite with Dantzler by placing a claim, that situation feels highly unlikely. Not only did the Vikings release Dantzler earlier this off-season, but they’ve also addressed the position in free agency and the 2023 NFL Draft. Instead, Dantzler will likely have to land on his third team in three months.
