Sports · October 20, 2026
How long is Terry McLaurin out? Latest updates on Commanders WR's knee injury
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin will miss the remainder of the 2026 NFL season due to a torn patellar tendon in his left knee. The injury occurred during the first quarter of the Commanders' Week 6 game against the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football when McLaurin's knee buckled while running a route. After being carted off the field in an air cast, head coach Dan Quinn confirmed the severity of the injury following medical tests on Tuesday. McLaurin is scheduled to undergo surgery to repair the tendon.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Terry McLaurin suffered a season-ending injury to his left knee.
- The injury was diagnosed as a torn patellar tendon.
- The injury occurred during a Monday Night Football game against the San Francisco 49ers.
- Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed the news on Tuesday.
- McLaurin will require surgery to repair the injury.
Reported by only some outlets
- McLaurin is 31 years old.
- The Commanders lost the game to the 49ers with a score of 23-17.
- McLaurin collapsed near the sideline near the end of the first quarter.
Confirmed
- Terry McLaurin is out for the season with a torn left patellar tendon.
- Coach Dan Quinn confirmed the injury following Tuesday testing.
- McLaurin was carted off in an air cast during the first quarter vs. the 49ers.
Reported
- McLaurin's knee gave out and buckled specifically as he planted his foot while running a route. (New York Post)
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