The Commanders opened defensive tackle Jonathan Allen’s 21-day window to return to the roster on Wednesday, but he won’t be active for Sunday’s critical game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
The two-time Pro Bowler was allowed to practice for the first time since suffering a pectoral injury in Week 6 against the Baltimore Ravens, but Washington will hold him out at least one more week.
DT Jonathan Allen has been ruled OUT for Week 16 for Philly. Only player Washington is ruling out today.
Means TE Zach Ertz and S Jeremy Chinn still have a chance.
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) December 20, 2024
Allen, who underwent surgery to repair his partially torn pec, was initially thought to be lost for the season. However, now, he can appear in one of Washington’s remaining three regular-season games or possibly a playoff game.
The Commanders currently hold the No. 7 seed in the playoffs but need to hold off other teams like the Atlanta Falcons, who are also vying for that spot. Two of their next three opponents — the Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles — are in the top 12 of rushing yards per game, while the Commanders have allowed 132 yards per game on the ground.
