"Washington fans were anxiously awaiting developments around defensive end Dorance Armstrong Jr.'s status heading into the clash. The breakout edge rusher came in and out of their Monday Night Football loss to the Chicago Bears, and he was barely seen in practice throughout the week. That did nothing to diminish concerns, and the Commanders officially listed him as questionable for the clash in Dallas."
"Most thought that Armstrong wouldn't be risked. However, the former Cowboys pass-rusher opted to play through the pain barrier with the team's approval. It didn't take long for this to go wrong. Dallas marched down the field with effortless efficiency on the opening drive. Armstrong was on the field for the opening exchanges, but he went out quickly thereafter. The ex-Kansas prospect was officially listed as questionable with a knee problem. It wasn't long before he was ruled out."
"Armstrong deserves praise for toughing it out, but it might have been ill-advised. Washington cut Jalyn Holmes to make room on the roster for Sam Cosmi. Drake Jackson was signed this week, but immediately went on injured reserve. That leaves the Commanders with just Jacob Martin, Preston Smith, and Von Miller to pick up the slack if their No. 1 edge force misses the remainder of the contest."
The Commanders entered Dallas shorthanded and chose a risky defensive approach against a prolific Cowboys offense. Defensive end Dorance Armstrong Jr. battled a knee issue after limited practice and was officially listed as questionable. Armstrong played despite concerns but exited early as Dallas efficiently drove on the opening possession and later ruled him out. Washington's roster moves reduced edge depth—Jalyn Holmes was cut, Drake Jackson landed on injured reserve, leaving Jacob Martin, Preston Smith, and Von Miller as the primary edge options. Losing Armstrong represents a significant setback for the team's pass rush and could impact their upcoming schedule.
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