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NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reported the Washington Commanders have brought back former Day 3 draft pick Tim Settle on a contract worth up to $25.5 million.
Defensive tackle Tim Settle is on his way back to the organization that drafted him.
NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported the Washington Commanders have signed Settle to a 3-year, $24 million contract. The deal is worth up to $25.5 million because of incentives.
Settle spent 2018-21 with Washington. At the time, the team held the Redskins and Football Team nicknames.
Washington drafted Settle at No. 163 overall in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. During his tenure, he was a popular player in the fan base because of his 313-pound frame and local ties. Settle played college football at Virginia Tech.
The past four years, the defensive tackle spent two seasons with the Buffalo Bills and two with the Houston Texans.
During 2025, Settle started 12 games for the Texans. He posted 15 combined tackles, including three for loss. Settle also had one quarterback hit, one sack and three pass defenses.