Commanders OL Nate Herbig Retires During Training Camp

Washington Commanders offensive lineman Nate Herbig has retired from the NFL at the age of 27, just months after signing with the team in free agency. Herbig, who entered the league in 2019 as an undrafted free agent, spent time with the Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets, and Pittsburgh Steelers, where he played alongside his younger brother Nick Herbig. He missed the entire 2024 season on injured reserve due to a torn rotator cuff and had started 30 of the 61 games he played in the NFL. The Commanders had hoped Herbig would provide depth on the interior offensive line, especially following a long-term injury to Sam Cosmi, but he chose to retire before the 2025 season began. Head coach Dan Quinn described Herbig's retirement as a personal decision and wished him the best. As Herbig was placed on the reserve/retired list, Washington continues to look to other players to fill the guard position during training camp.