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The Washington Commanders played on Christmas day, and are now getting back into their weekly routine for Sunday’s season finale against the Eagles in Philadelphia. Dan Quinn talked to reporters for his weekly “Tell the Truth Monday” and gave some injury updates. He was asked about sitting players, but he said they’re only sitting players who are dealing with injuries.
Marcus Mariota is dealing with stitches in his throw hand and a quad injury, and didn’t participate in today’s walkthrough. Quinn said it would be a stretch for him to play on Sunday, He’s hopeful Mariota can play, but Josh Johnson will get his second start if he can’t. Quinn wouldn’t name a backup if Johnson starts. Jeff Driskel was Johnson’s backup vs the Cowboys, with Sam Hartman designated as the emergency 3rd QB.
Tyler Biadasz was rolled up on during the loss to the Cowboys, and he suffered knee and ankle injuries. Quinn said he won’t need surgery, but he’s unlikely to play this week. Laremy Tunsil is still dealing with an oblique injury, and still doesn’t have full strength. He is likely also out vs the Eagles, and Brandon Coleman will get his third start in a row at left tackle. Daron Payne missed the Cowboys game due to a back injury, but he was at today’s walkthrough, and he’s “trending in the right direction” to play in Philly.
