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Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 20
Commanders DT Jer’Zhan Newton Without Timetable To Return Following Pec Surgery
Per Nicki Jhabvala, Commanders HC Dan Quinn said DT Jer’Zhan Newton‘s timetable for returning from pectoral surgery is unclear. Jhabvala adds that typical returns from a torn pectoral muscle are usually around three to four months, but depend on the player and location of the tear.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 20
Commanders DT Johnny Newton Undergoes Surgery for Torn Pectoral, Expected to Miss Significant Time
After visiting with a specialist yesterday, Washington Commanders defensive tackle Johnny Newton underwent surgery for the pectoral injury he sustained in the preseason opener against the Miami Dolphins, according to NFL Insider Jordan Schultz.
Rachaad White News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 20
Real reason for Commanders RB Rachaad White’s absence revealed
The Washington Commanders have been without running back Rachaad White at practice over the past few days with an undisclosed injury. NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo reported Wednesday that White tweaked his hamstring during Washington’s joint practice with the Miami Dolphins.
Washington Commanders News / Viral Sports News / August 20
Commanders Slammed With Even More Crushing Injury News
The Washington Commanders enter the final stretch of the 2026 preseason facing a pair of significant injuries that have already altered their depth on both sides of the line.
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps
The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / August 19
Commanders losing defensive line depth with Johnny Newton injury
After a disappointing 2025 season in which the Washington Commanders went 5-12 and had a horrendous defense, fixing that was a major focus of the offseason. One player who was expected to make strides in his third season was defensive lineman Johnny Newton.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 19
Johnny Newton Injury Puts Commanders’ Defensive Line Depth Under Microscope
Washington Commanders defensive tackle Johnny Newton spent Wednesday in New York seeking the advice of a specialist on his pectoral injury suffered last Friday against Miami.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 19
The Good and Not So Good From Commanders’ 13th Training Camp Practice
The Washington Commanders were back at it Wednesday in Ashburn for Day 13, the last public day for fans to see the team at camp and the last padded, full-contact practice before Saturday's game against the Detroit Lions.
Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / August 19
Projecting Commanders Week 1 Starters Right Now
The Washington Commanders will open the season on the road in Philadelphia, taking on the reigning division champion Eagles. Assuming a standard 11 personnel for the offense and a 4-3 base for the defense, here’s an early prediction of how the team will look.
Austin Ekeler News / Pro Football Rumors / August 19
Austin Ekeler Open To Continuing Career
Then a member of the Commanders, running back Austin Ekeler went down with a season-ending Achilles tear in a Week 2 loss to the Packers last September.
Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / August 19
Police Records Reveal Details Behind Dorance Armstrong’s One-Game NFL Suspension
According to a report by The Athletic's Nicki Jhabvala, Washington Commanders edge rusher Dorance Armstrong was arrested in May 2025 after kicking a Frisco, Texas, police officer while officers were trying to place him in a patrol car, based on police and court records Jhabvala obtained.
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026
Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.
Washington Commanders News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 19
Commanders laundry list of injuries features concerning Johnny Newton revelation
The Washington Commanders had a letdown of a season last year, and it mostly came from injuries. Before this season can even get rolling, they’re already dealing with several injuries to some of their defensive players, and head coach Dan Quinn offered an update on all fronts.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / August 19
Commanders QB Jayden Daniels wants to learn something from Lions QB Jared Goff that his athleticism can’t give him
Jayden Daniels is studying Jared Goff this offseason — and it’s not because he’s trying to become Jared Goff. It’s because Goff has something Daniels’ incredible athleticism can’t give him.
Drew Stevens News / Athlon Sports / August 19
The First Commanders Position Battle Decided After the First Week of Preseason
The Commanders have made a decision on the first position competition of the preseason. Rookie Drew Stevens, out of Iowa, has earned the starting kicker job for Washington after a perfect outing in the team’s first preseason game and being the most consistent kicker throughout training camp.
Washington Commanders News / DC Sports King / August 19
Commanders RB Injuries Have Bust Door Open for Two Rookies
The Washington Commanders’ running back room just went through a massive reshuffle, and the ripple effects will be felt all the way to final cutdowns. What started as a crowded, veteran-heavy backfield has rapidly thinned out due to the injury bug, dramatically altering the landscape behind roster locks Jacory Croskey-Merritt and Rachaad White.
Washington Commanders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18
Commanders Announce Eight Roster Moves Tuesday
The Washington Commanders announced they have signed LB Krys Barnes, DT Maurice Hurst II, TE Tre McKitty and RB Craig Reynolds. In correspondence, the Commanders released P Matt Haack and K Jake Moody.
Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / August 18
Washington Commanders lose two veteran players for the entire year before the 2026 season even begins
The Commanders made a bunch of roster moves on Tuesday, including putting two veterans on season-ending IR. The Washington Commanders received some bad news early this week when they placed two veteran players on injured reserve, ending their respective 2026 season before it even began.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 17
'This is all he wanted': DeMarcus Ware reacts to Von Miller joining Cowboys
Perhaps nobody is more excited for linebacker Von Miller to join the Dallas Cowboys than former Denver Broncos teammate DeMarcus Ware.
Jake Moody News / Pro Football Rumors / August 17
Commanders To Waive K Jake Moody
Jake Moody is set to be on the move once again. The Commanders kicker is being waived, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports. Moody was non-tendered as a restricted free agent but wound up re-signing in Washington this spring.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 17
Von Miller opens up about joining Cowboys for 2026 season
It was learned on Sunday night that Miller and a Cowboys team that had been linked with numerous pass-rushers throughout the spring and summer months had agreed to a one-year contract.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 16
Von Miller finds team for 2026, joining Cowboys to improve pass rush
He has found a taker for his services, and it is going to allow him to stay in the NFC East.
Marcus Mariota News / Yardbarker / August 16
Marcus Mariota's injury status raises questions for Commanders quarterback room
The Commanders quarterback room took a hit Friday when Mariota left the first preseason game with a non-contact injury.
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 15
Putrid Quinn Ewers performance gives Dolphins reason to be concerned about their QB situation
Miami Dolphins backup quarterbacks fell flat in their 20-7 preseason loss to the Washington Commanders, and it should be a very concerning sign for the team going into the regular season.
Dorance Armstrong Jr. News / Yardbarker / August 14
Commanders lose Dorance Armstrong for Week 1 after suspension
The Washington Commanders will be without a key member of their defense for Week 1 in a rematch of the 2024 NFC Championship Game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Dan Quinn News / Yardbarker / August 12
Commanders insider shares new update on Dan Quinn hot seat rumors
Washington ended the 2025 campaign with a record of 5-12.
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