Thursday Night Football Injury Preview: Washington Commanders vs. Chicago Bears

The Chicago Bears vs. the Washington Commanders appears to be a pivotal matchup, providing a gauge of each team's strength. Both franchises will gain a better understanding of their capabilities following the game. The Bears are coming off one of the most significant defeats of the season, allowing the Denver Broncos to mount a comeback. In contrast, the Commanders suffered a heartbreaking loss in overtime to the Philadelphia Eagles.

However, the outcome of this matchup may hinge on the health of both teams' starters. 

Washington Commanders - SIC score 92.5

Curtis Samuel - SIC score 83

The Washington Commanders' slot wide receiver, Curtis Samuel, appeared on the injury report due to a quad strain. While this injury caused him to miss one practice this week, he participated in a limited capacity during the other two sessions, suggesting that he is likely to play.

Jahan Dotson - SIC score 82

Commadners 2022 first round pick, Jahan Dotson has had a slow startt to his second year in the NFL. The Washington Commanders' No. 2 receiver has a favorable matchup against a Bears secondary dealing with injuries. However, he sustained an ankle injury last week. While he is not anticipated to be sidelined for the game, there is a possibility that he may be limited in his performance.

Chicago Bears - SIC Score 82.4

Jaylon Johnson - Out

The Chicago Bears' No. 1 cornerback, Jaylon Johnson, has been officially ruled out for this week's matchup against the Commanders. He was originally slated to face a promising matchup against Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin. Unfortunately, a hamstring injury will prevent him from participating. Playing as a defensive back with a hamstring injury is particularly challenging, as it hampers their ability to control the direction their body needs to turn in during plays.

Eddie Jackson - Out

Chicago Bears safety Eddie Jackson will be absent from the lineup for the third consecutive week due to a lingering foot injury. Notably, Jackson missed a significant portion of the previous season due to a Lisfranc injury to the same foot. There is a significant concern that this could potentially be a re-aggravation of that prior injury.

Chase Claypool - SIC score 89

Wide receiver Chase Claypool is not sidelined due to injury but rather due to interpersonal issues with the team. Despite the Bears' significant investment in trading for him with an early second-round pick, Claypool was a healthy scratch from the lineup last week. It's worth noting that he began the season in good health after recovering from an MCL sprain in December. Given the current circumstances, it appears increasingly likely that a trade or release of Claypool from the Bears may be imminent.

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