Javon Kinlaw misses Commanders practice ahead of Week 2 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 8:09 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Javon Kinlaw did not participate in Thursday’s practice for the Commanders due to a newly reported back issue. Linebacker Frankie Luvu and tight end Chig Okonkwo also missed practice, placing their availability for Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys in question. The injury status of several players, including limited participants K’Lavon Chaisson and Jaylin Lane, adds to the uncertainty for the Commanders. Coach Dan Quinn is expected to provide an update on Kinlaw's status on Friday.
- •Kinlaw is listed with a back issue for the first time this season.
- •Luvu and Okonkwo are both dealing with injuries that could sideline them.
- •K’Lavon Chaisson and Jaylin Lane were limited in Thursday's practice.
- •Daron Payne participated fully despite a knee issue.
- •Quinn will address Kinlaw's status for Sunday on Friday.
- 8:09 PMYahoo Sports — A key Commanders defender missed Thursday’s practice heading into Week 2
"Javon Kinlaw did not participate in Commanders practice on Thursday while dealing with a back issue
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