New Delhi, July 27 -- The Washington Commanders have dismissed tight ends coach Ben Steele just days before the start of training camp. The team released a brief statement on Monday morning confirming it was parting ways with Steele and would "have no further comment at this time."

The move comes as a surprise given the timing. Training camp opens on Wednesday, leaving little time for the staff to adjust before the first practices.

While the Washington Commanders did not publicly explain the firing, reports from The Athletic indicated it stemmed from a violation of team policy. Court records from Virginia show Ben Steele was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated on June 7. He faces additional charges for refusing a blood or...