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Commanders' vacant starting spot sets up fierce clash of youth and experience

The Washington Commanders had been lucking out in the injury department last year and at the start of 2025. That all changed in a hurry after their loss to the Green Bay Packers.

On offense, running back Austin Ekeler tore his Achilles, and star quarterback Jayden Daniels is dealing with a knee sprain. On defense, starting defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr., who was one of the Commanders' key free agent signings, suffered a season-ending quad tear.

Replacing Wise will be a challenge for the Commanders. There's no clear candidate in the fold to take over the starting duties.