Overview

• The starting linebacker suffered a right leg/foot injury in the first quarter against Washington, had his leg placed in an air cast, was carted off, and was ruled out.
• Darius Muasau took over at linebacker and the Commanders scored on the next snap with a Zach Ertz touchdown.
• NFL reporter Mike Garafolo said X-rays were negative, and McFadden later appeared on the sideline in a walking boot as further evaluation is expected.
• Accounts differ on the play that caused the injury, with ESPN citing a tackle of Jayden Daniels and Heavy pointing to contact with Austin Ekeler.
• New York fell 21-6 in the opener and allowed 220 rushing yards, heightening concern given McFadden’s role as a two-time 100-plus-tackle starter in a contract year.