Commanders assess injuries ahead of Week 2 matchup with Cowboys
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 11:03 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

The Washington Commanders are evaluating injuries after their Week 1 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Key players such as linebacker Frankie Luvu and tight end Chig Okonkwo left the game in the second half with injuries. Head coach Dan Quinn reported that Luvu has a groin issue, while Okonkwo and linebacker Jordan Magee are dealing with hamstring injuries. Safety Tyler Owens has an ankle injury. Quinn plans to provide a clearer update on the players' statuses after Wednesday's practice. The Commanders face the Dallas Cowboys this Sunday in a critical early-season contest, as both teams seek to avoid an 0-2 start in the NFC East.
- •Four Commanders players suffered injuries during Week 1.
- •Frankie Luvu, Chig Okonkwo, and Jordan Magee have soft-tissue injuries.
- •Head coach Dan Quinn will provide updates post-Wednesday practice.
- •The Commanders play the Cowboys on Sunday in Week 2.
- •Dorance Armstrong returns after missing Week 1 due to suspension.
- 11:03 AMYahoo Sports — What's the latest on Commanders' injuries ahead of Week 2?
"Four players suffered injuries in Washington's Week 1 loss. What's the latest ahead of Week 2?
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