The Commanders got a little healthier on Thursday, but the biggest names on the report are still the ones worth watching most closely.
Tight end Chig Okonkwo and linebacker Frankie Luvu were both limited for a second straight day, and Thursday was expected to be Washington’s most physical practice of the week. For both players, that kind of progress matters. In Luvu’s case, it matters even more, with the Commanders already down Leo Chenal for the season and Jordan Magee on injured reserve.
Quarterback Jayden Daniels also stayed on a limited workload for the second day in a row. He’s dealing with a dislocated left elbow, but he did travel with the team, leaving open the possibility of a return in Week 4 or shortly after.
Running back Rachaad White, meanwhile, remained out for a second straight practice because of a shoulder injury, leaving his status for Sunday’s game in London against the Colts in real doubt.
Washington has already ruled out safety Nick Cross and guard Sam Cosmi, neither of whom made the trip to London. Cosmi is in the concussion protocol and is also listed with a throat injury. Cross is dealing with an illness and was hospitalized for internal injuries in Dallas after the game.
The rest of the report included several players working through injuries of their own. Guard Nick Allegretti was limited with a new hip issue, defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw was limited after suffering a shoulder injury against the Cowboys, and edge rusher Charles Omenihu stayed limited with an ankle injury. Cornerback Amik Robertson was the lone full participant after being listed with a new knee injury.
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