The Washington Commanders will be without starting defensive tackle Daron Payne for their NFC Championship showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles.
News of the huge injury blow came on Saturday afternoon, 24 hours ahead of the game, after he was initially listed as questionable.
Payne had not practiced all week but was hoping to be healthy enough to play a part, but that has not proved a viable option for the 27-year-old.
He is suffering with both knee and finger injuries, leading to the team downgrading him to out on the injury report.
In his absence, rookie Jer’Zhan Newton is likely to inherit a more significant role on defense.
Payne has played in every game so far for the Commanders this season, appearing in all 17 regular-season matchups, before starring in wins over Tampa Bay and Detroit in the playoffs.
Daron Payne will not play a part in the Commanders’ NFC Championship matchup with Philly
Dan Quinn has enjoyed a remarkable first season as head coach of the Commanders
In more positive news, linebacker Bobby Wagner is off the injury report and ready to go as he bids to keep Saquon Barkley quiet on Sunday afternoon.
Wagner had missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday with an ankle injury, but has no injury designation heading into the weekend.
Elsewhere, quarterback Jeff Driskel (illness) and defensive end Javontae Jean-Baptiste (shoulder) are questionable.
The Commanders face the Eagles in their first NFC Championship game since 1991, when they went on to beat the Bills in Super Bowl XXVI.
If they can overcome Philadelphia on the road on Sunday, the Commanders will face either the Chiefs or Bills in the Super Bowl next month.
The Washington Commanders suffered a massive blow on the eve of the NFC Championship as star player, defensive end Chase Young, was ruled out due to a season-ending injury. Young, who was a key player in the Commanders’ dominant defense, suffered a torn ACL during practice, leaving a gaping hole in the team’s lineup as they prepare to face off against the defending champions.
Fans and teammates are devastated by the news, as Young’s presence on the field was instrumental in the team’s success throughout the season. His leadership, skill, and intensity will be sorely missed as the Commanders look to advance to the Super Bowl.
Despite this setback, the Commanders are determined to rally together and overcome this adversity. Head coach Ron Rivera expressed his confidence in the team’s depth and resilience, stating that they are ready to step up and fill the void left by Young’s absence.
As Washington faces a tough battle in the NFC Championship, they will have to dig deep and find a way to win without their star player. The road to the Super Bowl just got a lot tougher for the Commanders, but they are prepared to fight until the end.
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