Darrick Forrest was originally drafted by the Washington Commanders in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, the 163rd overall pick.
He appeared in 40 games for the Commanders, starting 17. He recorded 126 tackles, 78 of them solo stops, nine passes defensed, four interceptions, two forced fumbles, one tackle for a loss and one fumble recovery. He also added 11 special teams tackles.
Forrest spent time with the Indianapolis Colts this season as well.
He played college football at the University of Cincinnati, where he appeared in 49 games, starting 36. He had 165 tackles, 126 of them solo stops, and four and a half tackles for a loss.
