Washington Commanders evaluate players returning from injured reserve
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Last updated Oct 7, 2026

The Washington Commanders are assessing the potential return of three players from injured reserve: Trey Amos, Deatritch Wise, and Jeremy McNichols. The team placed Jaylin Lane on IR but has not yet made a corresponding move. They also worked out three defensive backs on October 6, including Marcus Allen and Antonio Hamilton, with Hamilton having been with the team last season. Commanders head coach Dan Quinn mentioned that they plan for Jayden Daniels to start against the Giants this week, and Terry McLaurin will be re-evaluated on Wednesday. Quinn reiterated optimism about turning the season around despite injury challenges.
- •Amos, Wise, and McNichols are eligible to return from IR.
- •Commanders placed Jaylin Lane on IR without a corresponding move.
- •Three defensive backs were worked out by the team on October 6.
- •Jayden Daniels expected to start against the Giants.
- •Terry McLaurin will be re-evaluated on Wednesday.
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Will Commanders fill their open roster spot with a player returning from injured reserve? - All aTwitter
"Washington has 3 players eligible for return from IR: Amos, Wise & McNichols; they also worked out 3 DBs on Tuesday
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