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Commanders QB Jayden Daniels Working To Return In Week 5; WR Terry McLaurin Could Miss Week 4

With Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels still recovering from the dislocated left elbow he suffered in Week 2, backup Marcus Mariota will make his second straight start on Sunday.

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Eagles Elevate TEs Zach Ertz & Josiah Deguara

Per Tim McManus, the Eagles are elevating tight ends Zach Ertz and Josiah Deguara for Week 4. Ertz, 35, is a former second-round pick of the Eagles back in 2013.

Jayden Daniels News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels Could Return For Week 5

Jonathan Jones of The Athletic reports that Washington believes QB Jayden Daniels could return in Week 5 if he has a full week of practice. Jones adds that Daniels’s return depends on his pain tolerance, functionality, and rebuilding elbow strength, and the team believes the risk of reinjury is incredibly low because he’ll use a brace.

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Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / October 3

Commanders' injury situation has gone from bad to worse before Colts game

The Washington Commanders already knew they would be heading into Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts without Jayden Daniels. Now Marcus Mariota could be asked to win without two more important pieces of Washington's offense.

Commanders 'hopeful' to have Jayden Daniels back in Week 5

Commanders get late injury update on Terry McLaurin ahead of Colts matchup

Commanders confirm Jayden Daniels, Marcus Mariota decision for Colts game

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Terry McLaurin News / DC Sports King / October 3

Everything You Need to Know about Late Terry McLaurin Hamstring Injury ahead London Game

The NFL’s international slate is officially underway, with the Washington Commanders touching down in London to face the Indianapolis Colts at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3

Commanders Elevated RB Craig Reynolds & LB Ale Kaho

The Commanders announced the elevation of RB Craig Reynolds and LB Ale Kaho on Saturday. Reynolds, 30, went undrafted out of Kutztown in May 2019. He signed a three-year, $1.755 million contract with Washington but was cut and later re-signed to their practice squad.

Jayden Daniels News / Yardbarker / October 3

Commanders 'hopeful' to have Jayden Daniels back in Week 5

The Washington Commanders could be getting their biggest offensive weapon back very soon.

Commanders confirm Jayden Daniels, Marcus Mariota decision for Colts game

Commanders get late injury update on Terry McLaurin ahead of Colts matchup

NFL makes unusual ticket move ahead of Colts-Commanders game in London

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Frankie Luvu News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 3

Washington’s Linebacker Room Changed While Frankie Luvu Was Gone — Commanders Daily

Commanders linebacker and team captain Frankie Luvu injured his groin in the season opener in Philadelphia. The injury caused Luvu to miss both the Dallas and Seattle games while recovering.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Dan Quinn News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Commanders Coach Dan Quinn Bought Time vs. Seahawks, but October Will Decide His Future

One win can change the mood in a building without changing much else. Dan Quinn got that win last Sunday, when the Washington Commanders shocked the Seattle Seahawks 33-31 behind backup quarterback Marcus Mariota and a defense that finally took the ball away.

Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 2

Why Commanders’ Terry McLaurin is ‘looking forward’ to going head-to-head against Joey Porter Jr. after Cowboys trade

Washington Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin popped up on the injury report causing fans to wonder whether he can go against the Colts on October 4. McLaurin’s rough start has him in a “not too pressed” mood as he continues to prioritize his health.

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NFC Notes: Jayden Daniels, J.J. McCarthy, Commanders, Eagles, Giants

The Commanders are coming off a big 33-31 win over the Seahawks in Week 3 despite being without starting QB Jayden Daniels. When asked about OC David Blough‘s

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 2

Commanders’ Offensive Weapons Are Getting Thin at the Worst Time

Marcus Mariota's stock is riding as high as it has in years after last week's 33-31 victory over the Seattle Seahawks, but his chances of keeping the momentum going will only go so far, given the roster he has left to work with.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 2

Three Keys to a Commanders Win Over the Colts in Week 4

There is a lot of football left to be played but after picking up their first win of the season against the defending Super Bowl champions, spirits inside the Washington Commanders locker room are riding high.

Terry McLaurin News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 2

Commanders’ Terry McLaurin suddenly questionable for Colts game after popping up on injury report

The Commanders’ passing game got good news on Jayden Daniels, but will have to make due without him vs. Indianapolis in Week 4. Wide receiver Terry McLaurin has had a brutal start to the season, including an injury that has recently popped up.