Commanders look to steal Caleb Downs from Cowboys for Week 2 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Washington Commanders play the Dallas Cowboys in Week 2 following a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 1. The Commanders seek to strengthen their roster and consider adding Cowboys rookie nickelback Caleb Downs. Downs recorded eight tackles, a sack, and a forced fumble in his NFL debut against the New York Giants. Despite his strong performance, the scenario of acquiring him remains hypothetical.
- •Commanders lost to the Eagles in their season opener.
- •Caleb Downs impressed with eight tackles in his debut against the Giants.
- •The Commanders face the Cowboys in Week 2 on the road.
- •Downs could fill gaps in the Commanders' secondary.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Gimme Him: One player Commanders would steal from Cowboys in Week 2
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