Commanders' McLaurin to miss Seahawks game due to right quad injury

The Washington Commanders will be without wide receiver Terry McLaurin for their upcoming game against the Seattle Seahawks due to a reinjured right quad.

Why it matters: McLaurin's absence represents a significant blow to the Commanders' offense, which has struggled with consistency throughout the season.

• He has been an integral part of the passing game, evidenced by his 72 consecutive games played before this season.
• The Commanders have only had all three of their top receivers available in two games this year, hampering their offensive cohesion and effectiveness.

What’s new: Coach Dan Quinn confirmed that McLaurin is set to miss his fifth game this season.

• His last play in the previous matchup saw him make a diving catch late in the third quarter, a moment that illustrated his impact when healthy.
• McLaurin's performance prior to his injury included three receptions for 54 yards and a touchdown against Kansas City.

The big picture: This season has been marred by injuries for the Commanders, especially in their receiving corps.

• McLaurin's current statistics stand at 13 catches for 203 yards and one touchdown, a stark contrast to his previous seasons where he consistently produced high numbers.
• Additionally, with fellow receivers Deebo Samuel missing time and Noah Brown on injured reserve, the depth of the receiving unit is being tested.

Yes, but: Quinn remains optimistic about McLaurin's recovery timeline.

• "This is not something that will knock him out for a long time," Quinn stated, suggesting that there may be light at the end of the tunnel for both McLaurin and the Commanders.

What to watch: As Jayden Daniels returns from his own injury, how he adjusts to the loss of McLaurin will be crucial.

• With the Commanders facing a formidable Seahawks defense, they will need to find alternative ways to move the ball through the air.

The bottom line: Without McLaurin, the Commanders must adapt quickly to maintain offensive productivity against a challenging opponent.

• This game will test the resilience of their remaining receiver core and the chemistry between Daniels and those who step up in McLaurin's absence.