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Commanders face injury setbacks ahead of Lions preseason game

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 4:21 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Commanders face injury setbacks ahead of Lions preseason game

Summary

The Washington Commanders are dealing with significant injuries as they approach their second preseason game against the Detroit Lions. Laremy Tunsil is out after surgery for a torn triceps, and defensive tackle Johnny Newton is expected to miss significant time following surgery for a torn pectoral muscle. The team may need to exercise caution with their starting players in light of these injuries. No further updates on Tunsil and Newton's recovery timelines have been provided.

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Status Watch

•Commanders lost Laremy Tunsil to a torn triceps injury.
•Johnny Newton underwent surgery for a torn pectoral muscle.
•Both players will miss significant time during the preseason.
•The Commanders' next game is against the Detroit Lions.

Latest Updates

4:21 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders Get Alarming News From Insider Before Lions Game

What they're saying

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The Washington Commanders continue to get hit by the injury bug before the 2026 NFL season. During training camp, the Commanders lost Laremy Tunsil, who will be out for an undisclosed period after undergoing surgery to repair a torn triceps.Nonetheless, on Aug. 19, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported, citing sources, that Commanders defensive tackle Johnny […] The post Commanders Get Alarming News From Insider Before Lions Game appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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