Frankie Luvu suffers groin strain, status uncertain for Week 2
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 1:51 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu sustained a minor groin strain during a 24-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Luvu's injury occurred after he played 29 snaps. While the strain is considered mild, his availability for the Week 2 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys is unclear. Leo Chenal replaced Luvu during the game, and rookie Sonny Styles is set to take over as the defensive play caller if Luvu cannot play. Commanders head coach Dan Quinn is scheduled to provide additional updates on the team's injuries at a press conference on Wednesday.
- •Luvu suffered a groin strain against the Eagles.
- •His status for Week 2 against the Cowboys is to be determined.
- •Leo Chenal replaced him after the injury.
- •Rookie Sonny Styles could serve as the defensive play caller.
- •Head coach Dan Quinn will update injuries on Wednesday.
- 1:51 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders LB Frankie Luvu has minor groin strain
- 12:41 AMYahoo Sports — Washington Commanders LB Frankie Luvu reportedly suffered groin strain
"Per Ben Standig, the status of Commanders LB Frankie Luvu (groin) for a Week 2 road game vs. Cowboys is up in the air.
"Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu has a minor groin strain, according to multiple reports.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 1:51 AMCommanders LB Frankie Luvu has minor groin strain
Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu has a minor groin strain, according to multiple reports.
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 12:41 AMWashington Commanders LB Frankie Luvu reportedly suffered groin strain
Per Ben Standig, the status of Commanders LB Frankie Luvu (groin) for a Week 2 road game vs. Cowboys is up in the air.
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