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Commanders Lose Star Receiver McLaurin Ahead of Crucial Cowboys Clash
17 Oct
Summary
- Commanders WR Terry McLaurin to miss Sunday's game against Cowboys
- McLaurin dealing with quadriceps injury since Week 3
- Cowboys' offense led by Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb expected to challenge Commanders
On October 17, 2025, the Washington Commanders received disappointing news ahead of their crucial matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed that star wide receiver Terry McLaurin will not be playing in Sunday's game due to a lingering quadriceps injury.
McLaurin, a two-time Pro Bowler, has been dealing with the injury since Week 3 of the current NFL season. He was spotted at practice on Friday, but was limited to individual drills on the side while the rest of the team participated. This downgrade from limited participation on Wednesday to non-participation on Thursday was a clear sign that his recovery had stalled.
The Commanders will now have to face a formidable Cowboys offense, led by quarterback Dak Prescott and a receiving corps that includes the talented CeeDee Lamb, who is also listed as questionable for the game. Without their top offensive weapon in McLaurin, the Commanders will need strong performances from their remaining receivers and running back Brian Daniels to keep pace with the Cowboys.
The absence of "Scary Terry," as McLaurin is affectionately known, is a significant blow to the Commanders' chances of pulling off an upset against their division rivals. The team will be hoping for a speedy recovery for their star receiver, as they look to bounce back from this setback and keep their playoff hopes alive.
