With the contract given by Washington, Gallup was able to reunite with former Cowboys defensive coordinator and current Commanders head coach Dan Quinn. That alone was enough to want to keep playing.

New Washington C WR Michael Gallup retired last summer. He explained why he chose to retire and why he's returned.

Former Dallas wide receiver Michael Gallup signed with Washington on Thursday, the team announced, becoming the latest player from the Cowboys’ roster during Quinn’s time on staff to head north. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed.