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NFL·BREAKING·November 4, 2026 11:51 AM ET

Commanders lose Payne, Kinlaw, McNichols for season

All three players face potential surgeries.

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What happened: Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols, defensive tackle Daron Payne, and defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw are out for the season and facing potential surgeries. The trio was previously placed on injured reserve on Tuesday following injuries sustained in Washington's 27-10 victory over Philadelphia.

Why it matters: Losing both Payne and Kinlaw strips Washington of its primary interior defensive line rotation heading into the second half of the schedule. The injuries severely test Washington's roster depth as the Nov. 10 trade deadline approaches.

By the numbers: In 2026 through 6 games, Payne recorded 14 tackles and one sack, while Kinlaw posted 13 tackles and one sack along the interior defensive line.

What to watch: Washington turns to depth options along the defensive front and backfield ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline.

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