{
  "id": 16927698,
  "title": "Commanders make several key roster moves coming out of bye week",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/commanders-make-several-key-roster-moves-coming-out-of-bye-week",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-28T16:55:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/commanders-several-key-roster-moves-165508383.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Washington Commanders made several key roster moves in the wake of their bye week. First, defensive lineman Johnny Newton was placed back on injured reserve after suffering a torn pectoral muscle during the first preseason game. However, his 21-day practice window was opened on Wednesday, allowing him to return to the team. \"He has worked his ass off,\" head coach Dan Quinn praised Newton, emphasizing his importance as an interior pass rusher and a strong run defender. Additionally, receiver Terry McLaurin was placed on injured reserve due to a season-ending torn patellar tendon sustained in a Week 6 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. To address the depth concerns, the Commanders signed Van Jefferson from the practice squad, providing veteran presence. Furthermore, OLB Kyle Kennard was promoted to the practice squad, joining a roster already dealing with significant injuries. With Treylon Burks assigned to the X position and Antonio Williams set to see more playing time, the Commanders aim to bolster their depth and strength for the upcoming season.",
  "summary": "The Commanders have opened the practice window for Johnny Newton to return off injured reserve",
  "key_points": [
    "Defensive lineman Johnny Newton returns to team after 21-day practice window opened.",
    "Receiver Terry McLaurin placed on injured reserve with torn patellar tendon.",
    "OLB Kyle Kennard promoted to practice squad amid roster adjustments."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}