Commanders clear entire 53-man roster for season opener against Eagles
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 5:09 PM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn confirmed Friday that every player on the 53-man roster is medically cleared to play in Sunday's regular-season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. The announcement includes several key contributors who appeared on the injury report throughout the week due to various ailments. Running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt, outside linebackers K’Lavon Chaisson and Odafe Oweh, and defensive tackle Daron Payne are all expected to be available for the contest. Additional players cleared include Nick Allegretti, Jordan Magee, Marcus Mariota, Charles Omenihu, Ben Sinnott, and Javon Kinlaw. Despite the full roster availability, Quinn indicated the coaching staff will determine specific snap counts and game-day limitations during internal discussions. Kickoff for the matchup at Philadelphia is scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday.
- •Dan Quinn stated every player on the 53-man roster is cleared for Sunday's game.
- •The Commanders play the Philadelphia Eagles at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday.
- •Players including Daron Payne, Odafe Oweh, and K’Lavon Chaisson were previously limited in practice.
- •Coaches will decide on snap counts and potential limitations for individual players before kickoff.
- •The team expects to have no players listed as questionable or out on the final injury report.
- 5:09 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Quinn: All players on 53-man roster cleared to play Week 1
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders vs. Eagles injury report: Dan Quinn says full squad cleared to play in Philly
"Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said that every player was cleared to play Philadelphia, including Bill Croskey-Merritt
"Commanders head coach Dan Quinn delivered some positive injury news on Friday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 5:09 PMDan Quinn: All players on 53-man roster cleared to play Week 1
Commanders head coach Dan Quinn delivered some positive injury news on Friday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 5:06 PMCommanders vs. Eagles injury report: Dan Quinn says full squad cleared to play in Philly
Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said that every player was cleared to play Philadelphia, including Bill Croskey-Merritt
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