Commanders' Robert Henry Jr. struggles in preseason loss to Lions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
In a Week 2 preseason matchup on August 22, the Washington Commanders fell to the Detroit Lions 17-13. Rookie running back Robert Henry Jr. faced a setback, recording 4 carries for -3 yards and losing a fumble on a kick return. This display contrasted sharply with his 75-yard performance against the Miami Dolphins the previous week. Fellow rookie Kaytron Allen had a more productive outing with 10 carries for 30 yards, bolstering his position on the team's depth chart while diminishing Henry's chances for a roster spot.
- •Commanders fall to Lions 17-13 in Week 2 preseason game
- •Robert Henry Jr. records 4 carries for -3 yards
- •Henry loses fumble on kick return, hindering his progress
- •Kaytron Allen tallies 10 carries for 30 yards
- •Henry's performance raises questions about his roster spot
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