Commanders elevate Byron Cowart for Week 8 matchup against Eagles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 4:27 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026

The Washington Commanders have elevated defensive tackle Byron Cowart from the practice squad in preparation for their Sunday night game against the Philadelphia Eagles. This move comes after starting lineman Daron Payne suffered a broken foot in practice, ruling him out for the season. The Commanders will also be without Javon Kinlaw, leaving them with limited options against the Eagles' rushing attack. Jer’Zhan Newton's practice window has been opened, but he is not ready to play yet, as he is ruled out for Sunday. Cowart will make his season debut after not appearing in any games last year.
- •Daron Payne is out for the season with a broken foot.
- •Javon Kinlaw also unavailable for the game.
- •Cowart last played in the NFL in 2024 with the Bears.
- •Jer’Zhan Newton's practice window is open, but he is ruled out.
- 4:27 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders make roster move for Week 8 vs Eagles
"After losing Daron Payne for the season, the Commanders made a roster move for Sunday's game vs. Eagles.
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