Commanders' Roster Moves: Injuries Prompt Signings and Changes

In a significant move reflecting the ongoing struggles with injuries, the Washington Commanders have placed rookie cornerback Trey Amos on injured reserve. Amos suffered a fractured fibula during the team's recent loss to the Detroit Lions, marking a disappointing turn for the second-round draft pick out of Ole Miss.

As reported by Pro Football Talk, Amos had made 32 tackles and six passes defensed over his ten appearances this season, starting eight games before his injury. This setback follows the recent placement of cornerback Marshon Lattimore on IR with a torn ACL, highlighting the team's ongoing challenges in the secondary.

Coach Dan Quinn confirmed that Amos will be sidelined for quite some time due to this injury, complicating the Commanders' defensive strategies. To address the void left by Amos, the Commanders have signed wide receivers Robbie Chosen and Jacoby Jones from the practice squad to the active roster.

Chosen has seen some action this season, recording five catches for 53 yards across two games. Meanwhile, Jacoby Jones, an undrafted free agent from UCF, has yet to make his NFL debut. This roster adjustment comes on the heels of another critical loss, as star wide receiver Terry McLaurin will also be absent for the upcoming Week 11 game against the Miami Dolphins in Spain due to a quad injury.

The Commanders confirmed that McLaurin's absence adds to an already depleted receiving corps, which will also be without Treylon Burks, who is recovering from finger surgery. Burks had been showing promise after being signed from the practice squad but is not expected to travel with the team for the international matchup.

Deadspin reported that this wave of injuries has left the Commanders struggling to field a competitive team as they face a 3-7 record heading into their game against the Dolphins. The combination of McLaurin's and Burks' injuries, alongside Amos' long-term absence, puts additional pressure on the remaining receivers and quarterback Marcus Mariota to perform under duress.

With the Commanders’ playoff hopes dwindling, the coaching staff is forced to adapt quickly to these unfortunate circumstances. The upcoming game against Miami, which marks the NFL's first-ever game in Madrid, presents a critical opportunity for Washington to regroup and possibly find some momentum despite their injury woes.

The Commanders have also signed wide receiver River Cracraft and defensive end DeMarcus Walker to the practice squad, aiming to bolster their ranks as they navigate this challenging period. As they prepare for the Dolphins, the Commanders must find ways to maximize their remaining talent and adjust their game plan to contend in a tough matchup, all while dealing with the fallout of their injury-riddled roster.