Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne out with significant foot injury
Defensive tackle Daron Payne suffered a significant foot injury in practice, and the Washington Commanders expect him to miss the remainder of the season and likely be placed on injured reserve.
Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne sustained a "significant foot injury" during Friday practice, according to NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport. Rapoport said the injury is expected to keep the 25-year-old out "for the foreseeable future" and that a move to injured reserve appears probable. The team will receive further medical information after additional testing on Saturday.
Payne, a 2018 first-round pick who has recorded four sacks and five tackles for loss this season, has been a key interior defender for the Commanders. The loss adds to a series of recent injuries on Washington's defensive side as the club strives to remain competitive in the NFC East.
The Commanders are scheduled to travel to Philadelphia for their next game against the Eagles, but Payne's status for that matchup remains uncertain. The team will confirm his availability in the official injury report later in the week.
"Payne's injury is significant and will likely sideline him for the remainder of the season," Rapoport said.
The report also noted other roster updates, including the activation status of several players, but the primary focus remains on Payne's condition and its impact on Washington's defensive line.