Ron Rivera speaks to the media after Washington’s last regular season practice of the season
Ron Rivera
Sam Howell:
Ron Rivera calls Sam Howell “exceptionally smart” and says Howell knows the playbook but adds that Sunday’s gameplan will be tailored around his skill set specifically
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) January 6, 2023
Injury report:
Dallas Cowboys vs Washington Commanders Friday Injury Report https://t.co/AA5M7ibfgY
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Brian Robinson:
Brian Robinson is “beat up” heading into the offseason, Rivera said. He had a thigh contusion that bled down to the knee, which caused swelling. And he has a sprained MCL. So he’s out this week
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) January 6, 2023
Jonathan Allen:
Rivera said Jon Allen’s knee injury would be a game-time decision if a normal week.
Brian Robinson is “beat up,” physically, Rivera said. Suffered a deep thigh contusion from a hit. Bled down into the knee, which caused swelling. Also dealing with a sprained MCL.
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) January 6, 2023
Antonio Gibson:
Antonio Gibson had surgery yesterday on a fractured foot, per Ron Rivera. He played on a broken foot “for several weeks.” Has no concern about long-term future. Said there’s a good chance he’ll be able to participate in the offseason program.
— Ethan Cadeaux (@Ethan_Cadeaux) January 6, 2023
Antonio Gibson had surgery on his foot Thursday to repair a fracture. Had been playing with it for a little bit; couldn’t make it worse but once he sprained his knee they decided to do the procedure. Doing it now will help him get back on the field for offseason workouts.
— John Keim (@john_keim) January 6, 2023
Other injury updates:
Phidarian Mathis has been doing well with his rehab, says Ron Rivera.
As for JD McKissic, he’ll have to see a specialist for his neck problems in the offseason.
Lastly, Cole Holcomb is dying to get out of his boot but isn’t there yet
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) January 6, 2023
Scott Turner:
Ron Rivera on Scott Turner: “We’ve had our moments, did some really good things considering the availability of everybody. It’s been tough.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) January 6, 2023
Playing younger players vs the Cowboys:
Rivera reiterates they will look at several younger players. Sounds like Chris Paul will play a lot, especially with Andrew Norwell uncertain.
Rivera mentioned practice-squad DL Benning Potoa’e would play. https://t.co/9qMzAfnFTr
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) January 6, 2023
Practice Updates
Injured players:
Not out at practice: RB Brian Robinson, DT Jon Allen, LB Jamin Davis, CB Benjamin St-Juste, G Andrew Norwell. S Kam Curl is out with the DBs but does not have his helmet and watching drills. DE James Smith-Williams is working on the side field.
— John Keim (@john_keim) January 6, 2023