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Commanders WR Terry McLaurin inactive for Week 4 showdown vs. Colts in London

The Washington Commanders are dealing with some significant injuries ahead of their Week 4 game in London. Washington will not have Jayden Daniels against Indianapolis this week, though he could return next week.

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Washington Commanders suffer brutal blow that makes life even harder against Indianapolis Colts in key Week 4 matchup

The Washington Commanders will officially be without star wide receiver Terry McLaurin, who was ruled out with a hamstring injury heading into the team’s Week 4 matchup against the Colts.

Jonathan Taylor News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 4

Jonathan Taylor Is 78 Yards From NFL History — Commanders Can Stop Him

If the Washington Commanders didn't already have enough to worry about with Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor on Sunday in London, here's more.

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Jayden Daniels News / Athlon Sports / October 4

When Will Jayden Daniels Return? Latest Injury Update on Commanders QB

The Washington Commanders will have to play without Jayden Daniels for another week. Daniels officially has been ruled out for Sunday’s Week 4 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts in London because of the dislocated left elbow he suffered in Washington’s Week 2 loss to the Dallas Cowboys.

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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.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 3

10 Commanders Quotes That Define Washington Entering Week 4 vs. Colts

The Washington Commanders finally got a win last week, but now the challenge shifts overseas. With Marcus Mariota getting another start, Jayden Daniels getting closer to a return, and the Colts waiting in London, here are 10 quotes that help define where Washington stands entering Week 4.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / October 3

Commanders Get Terry McLaurin Update Ahead of Week 4

The Washington Commanders could be without Terry McLaurin for their Week 4 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts after the wide receiver developed a hamstring issue.

Washington Commanders News / Pro Football Rumors / October 3

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.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3

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.

Terry McLaurin News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 3

Terry McLaurin’s latest injury update spells trouble for Commanders vs. Colts

As they prepare for a challenging matchup, the Washington Commanders received concerning news when veteran wide receiver Terry McLaurin appeared on the injury report.

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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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.

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 confirm Daniels, Marcus Mariota decision for Colts game

Jadarian Price injury could be major blow to Seahawks’ rushing attack

Rams reveal unfortunate Aaron Donald injury update for Week 4

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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

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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.

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.

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / October 2