Matt Gay Questionable for Commanders vs Chiefs Due to Back Injury
The Washington Commanders are preparing for their upcoming match against the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football. As the team completes its final practice of the week, several players’ injury statuses are in question, particularly Matt Gay.
Injury Report: Key Players Impacted
Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed that quarterback Jayden Daniels will not play due to a hamstring injury. This leaves Marcus Mariota to take over as the starter for the second time this season.
Quinn addressed the media after practice, highlighting the return of wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel. Both players have participated fully in practice this week and do not carry any injury designations for the game.
Returning Players
- Terry McLaurin: He has returned after missing four games due to a quad injury sustained in Week 3 against the Raiders.
- Deebo Samuel: Samuel missed last week’s game after dealing with a heel injury, but like McLaurin, he has practiced fully all week.
Additional Injury Concerns
Matt Gay, the Commanders’ kicker, has been listed as questionable for the game against the Chiefs due to a back injury that surfaced just before the final practice. This unexpected entry on the injury report poses a challenge since the team currently has no backup kicker on the roster.
Other notable injuries include:
- Daron Payne: Listed as questionable with a toe injury. He missed practice earlier in the week but had a vet rest day on Thursday.
- Sam Cosmi: Returned to action last week after recovering from an ACL tear. However, he missed practice on Thursday due to back issues.
- Bobby Wagner: The linebacker practiced fully despite a new thumb injury.
Game Day Preparations
As the Commanders look to finalize their roster ahead of the Monday night clash, the focus remains on player recoveries. With key injuries to monitor, particularly surrounding Matt Gay, decisions may come down to last-minute evaluations.
The team’s prospects hinge on the performance and availability of these critical players, heightening the interest for what promises to be an exciting matchup against the Chiefs.
