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Commanders Lose Kinlaw for Season After Knee Surgery
Second defensive line starter sidelined as Washington deals with mounting injuries before facing the Rams.
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Kinlaw Undergoes Season-Ending Procedure
The Commanders lost another defensive line starter when Javon Kinlaw had season-ending knee surgery. He had started 23 straight games after signing a three-year deal in the 2025 offseason. Kinlaw played end in the base 3-4 front and tackle in nickel packages. He suffered an MCL injury during the Week 6 loss at San Francisco. Through the season he posted one sack and three quarterback hits while ranking among the better defensive linemen at making tackles at or behind the line of scrimmage.
Payne Also Out After Foot Fracture
Just days earlier, Daron Payne fractured his foot in a light practice before the Week 8 win over Philadelphia and is also done for the year. He had filled the same end and tackle roles. Charles Omenihu and Deatrich Wise Jr. took their places in the lineup during the 27-10 victory. The Commanders sit at 2-4-1 and host the 4-4 Rams on Sunday.
Additional Injuries Strain Roster
Washington has lost other key contributors, including top receiver Terry McLaurin in Week 6 and left tackle Laremy Tunsil in August. Running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt remains on injured reserve with a groin issue, and backup Jeremy McNichols was placed on injured reserve this week with a serious foot injury.
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