Commanders-Rams Injury Report Raises New Concern on Depleted Defensive Line

Jer'Zhan Newton made progress in his recovery, but Washington has another defensive tackle to monitor as Treylon Burks misses practice.

Oct 11, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston (19) scrambles from Washington Commanders defensive tackle Shy Tuttle (96) during the third quarter at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

The Washington Commanders released their first Week 9 injury report as the team gears up for its matchup with the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Jer'Zhan (Johnny) Newton practiced fully on Wednesday after being limited throughout last week. A day after the team placed both starting defensive tackles on injured reserve, Shy Tuttle was limited with a shoulder injury.

Newton returned to practice last week as the team opened his 21-day practice window while he recovers from a torn pectoral muscle. He was downgraded to OUT before the Eagles game, but Commanders head coach Dan Quinn likes how his return is progressing. "The arrow is going up for sure, and I'm very optimistic for it. But it's important to stack another good week of him in practice and movements." Newton must still be activated from injured reserve before he can play against Los Angeles.

Treylon Burks was another name missing from Wednesday's practice, as the receiver continues dealing with the foot injury that left him questionable against Philadelphia. He played anyway and led Washington with 81 receiving yards on three catches, including a 53-yard gain. With Terry McLaurin out for the season, the Commanders need Burks available, but missing Wednesday's practice doesn't necessarily mean he'll be unavailable against Los Angeles.

Stefon Diggs also sat out Wednesday, although his absence was listed as rest rather than an injury. John Bates (shoulder) and Sam Cosmi (knee) were limited, while Jayden Daniels (left elbow) and Colson Yankoff (knee) practiced fully. Thursday's injury report should provide a clearer picture of where Burks and Tuttle stand heading into the weekend.

Commanders vs. Rams — Week 9 Injury Report

Player	Injury	Wednesday
Treylon Burks	Foot	DNP
Stefon Diggs	Not injury-related (rest)	DNP
John Bates	Shoulder	Limited
Sam Cosmi	Knee	Limited
Shy Tuttle	Shoulder	Limited
Jayden Daniels	Left elbow	Full
Jer'Zhan Newton	Pectoral	Full
Colson Yankoff	Knee	Full

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