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By Howie Hanson, 50 Yard Football

Several teams in America Football One made roster moves Friday, adding size along the lines and adjusting depth at quarterback and defensive back.

Washington signed defensive lineman Javier Edwards (6-foot-2, 350 pounds) out of Colorado.

Oregon made five additions, including defensive lineman Isaiah Pedack (6-3, 265, Mississippi Valley State) and offensive lineman Darius Tolbert (6-6, 370, ASA College). The team also signed wide receiver Blake Davis (6-0, 185, Western Oregon) and defensive backs Kenley Pierre (5-10, 187, Sacred Heart) and Amari Manuel (5-8, 165, Andrew College).

Kentucky added offensive lineman Noah Buttiglieri (6-3, 315, Delaware).

Albany was active on both sides of the ball, signing quarterback Josh Kulka (6-3, 220, St. Francis University), offensive lineman Justin Reed (6-6, 330, East Carolina) and defensive back Khai West (6-1, 200, Minnesota State).

Albany also released quarterback Fred Payton Jr. (6-2, 215, Mercer), offensive lineman Miquail Harvey (6-2, 305, Albany State) and defensive back Isaiah McFarland (6-0, 205, Kentucky State).

Wide receiver Alphonso Taylor (6-1, 200, Arizona State) was issued a league suspension.

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