Antonio Gandy-Golden

Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera told reporters that TE Antonio Gandy-Golden has decided to retire from the NFL.

Fantasy Impact

Antonio Gandy-Golden's retirement comes as a surprise as he is only 24 years old. The 2020 fourth-round draft pick was in the middle of a position change from wide receiver to tight end, which he had spent the offseason bulking up for. The Liberty University product leaves the NFL having played in 10 games, making an appearance as a starter in two of those contests.

According to the Richmond-Times Dispatch, the Washington Commanders’ Antonio Gandy-Golden is transitioning from WR to TE this offseason.

Fantasy Impact

Gandy-Golden, who was a fourth-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft for Washington, has been unable to make an impact up to this point at the NFL level, having only one catch for three yards in two seasons. A standout WR for Liberty during his collegiate career, Gandy-Golden has the frame to make the transition to TE, measuring in at 6’4” but only 223 pounds. Gandy-Golden has reportedly been bulking up this offseason while trying to stay lean in an effort to gain the strength required for his new position without losing too much of the speed and athleticism that makes him a threat as a receiver. There have been a few WRs in recent years who have attempted this position change, with the most recent examples being New Orleans’ Juwan Johnson and the Eagles’ J.J. Arcega-Whiteside. The most notable transition in recent history is Darren Waller, who played WR at Georgia Tech before becoming a difference-making TE for fantasy managers. At this point, Gandy-Golden has no fantasy value in redraft leagues, but if training camp reports start singing his praises then he could be worth a speculative add in dynasty leagues with deep rosters.

The Washington Football team promoted Antonio Gandy-Golden ahead of Sunday's game against Kansas City.

Fantasy Impact

Washington is shallow at wide receiver with Curtis Samuel (groin) not playing and Terry McLaurin potentially banged up after missing practice on Friday. Ricky Seals-Jones is a strong tight end play this week against a Chiefs defense that has allowed over 100 yards to the tight end position in back-to-back weeks.

The Washington Football Team waived WR Antonio Gandy-Golden.

Fantasy Impact

The 23-year-old was a fourth-round pick last season. Gandy-Golden is an interesting name to watch this week on the chance he lands in a more fantasy-friendly spot.

Washington has activated rookie WR Antonio Gandy-Golden (hamstring) off IR ahead of Week 16.

Fantasy Impact

Washington has released Dontrelle Inman in order to make room for AGG. Gandy-Golden hasn’t played in over two months, and isn’t likely to see a ton of work in Week 16, even if Terry McLaurin doesn’t suit up.