ASHBURN, Va. -- Tight end Sammis Reyes made the Washington Football Team's initial 53-man roster, making him the first Chilean-born NFL player.
Washington signed Reyes in April after he participated in Florida's pro day. By signing, Reyes was removed from the International Pathway Program. Washington gave him a three-year deal with a $392,600 signing bonus.
Washington has Logan Thomas and rookie John Bates also at tight end. But the coaches consider Reyes arguably their best blocker. He's still raw in the passing game, but Washington did not want to risk losing him and always viewed him as someone with long-term potential.