Commanders and Eagles announce roster moves before their NFL season opener

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Commanders and Eagles announce roster moves before their NFL season opener
Summary

The Washington Commanders elevated center and guard Julian Good-Jones from the practice squad ahead of their season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. Good-Jones, who served as the team's number two center during training camp, joins the active roster for the road matchup. Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed that the team has no players with injury designations heading into the game, including defensive tackle Daron Payne, who had been listed with a knee injury. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles downgraded tight end Eli Stowers to out due to hamstring and quadriceps injuries, placing him on the injured reserve list. The Eagles also elevated wide receiver Britain Covey from the practice squad. These personnel changes finalize the lineups for both organizations as they prepare for Sunday's contest in Philadelphia.

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  • Washington elevated center and guard Julian Good-Jones from the practice squad.
  • Philadelphia placed rookie tight end Eli Stowers on the injured reserve list.
  • The Eagles elevated wide receiver Britain Covey for the upcoming game.
  • Daron Payne is available for Washington despite a late-week knee injury.
  • Odafe Oweh, K’Lavon Chaisson, and Bill Croskey-Merritt are cleared to play.
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