ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Redskins have claimed Reuben Foster off waivers after the San Francisco 49ers released the linebacker following a domestic violence arrest.

The Redskins announced the move Tuesday in a statement acknowledging they “fully understand the severity of the recent allegations made against Reuben.”

They say Foster will have to go through the full legal process, investigation and potential discipline from the NFL and meetings with team counselors before he’ll have the opportunity to play in a game.