Quan Martin Injury News & Updates

Martin recorded four total tackles (one solo) in Sunday's 16-13 overtime loss to the Dolphins.

Martin played just 65 percent of the team's defensive snaps, leading to his lowest amount of solo stops since Week 4. Backup safety Darnell Savage was on the field for 26 snaps on defense, his highest total since Week 7, potentially siphoning off some of Martin's workload. Martin has now compiled 71 total tackles (38 solo), two passes defensed and a forced fumble over 11 contests this season.

Martin (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Martin upgraded to full participation at Friday's practice after a pair of limited sessions. He'll occupy his usual starting free safety role Sunday in Madrid.

Martin (shoulder) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.

Martin tied for a team lead in tackles (9) over 69 defensive snaps in Week 10 versus the Lions, and it's not immediately obvious when he suffered the shoulder injury. He will get two more shots to manage a full practice prior to the Commanders' last practice report of the week being published Friday.

Martin finished with nine tackles (three solo) Sunday in a loss to Detroit.

Martin and Bobby Wagner each had nine stops to tie for the Commanders' lead in tackles. Martin dealt with a hamstring injury during the week but was able to be on the field for all 70 of Washington's defensive snaps. He's already tallied 67 tackles through 10 games this season after posting a career-high 87 stops across 16 regular-season contests last year.

Martin (hamstring) is active for Sunday's matchup against the Lions.

Martin hurt his hamstring last Sunday night against the Seahawks and logged a DNP/LP/FP practice progression this week. He'll ultimately be able to avoid missing a game for the first time this season. Martin should therefore take on his usual starting safety role for Washington.

Martin (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions, Ben Standig of Big 100 Washington D.C. reports.

Martin was unable to practice Wednesday due to a hamstring injury he sustained against Seattle in Week 9. He managed to increase his practice participation over the next two days and was a full participant in Friday's session, but he hasn't been given the green light to play Sunday just yet. Martin's status for Week 10 may not be officially known until the Commanders announce their list of inactive players about 90 minutes before the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, but if he's not cleared to play, then Tyler Owens (hamstring) and Darnell Savage would be the top candidates to start at safety alongside Jeremy Reaves.

Martin (hamstring) logged a limited practice session Thursday.

The limited session is an upgrade for Martin after he didn't practice in any capacity Wednesday. The third-year safety suffered a hamstring injury Sunday against Seattle and had to sit out the fourth quarter. Martin's level of practice participation Friday should go a long way in determining his chances of suiting up Week 10 versus Detroit.

Martin (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday.

Martin suffered the hamstring injury during Sunday's loss to Seattle. The severity of the issue is still unclear, though it's not a big surprise that he was unable to practice in any capacity Wednesday.

Martin (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday night's contest against Seattle.

Martin suffered a hamstring injury in the second half, and his status for the rest of the game is now uncertain. In his absence, Tyler Owens and Darnell Savage are candidates to operate in larger roles at safety versus the Seahawks.

Martin recorded 14 tackles (10 solo) during Monday's 28-7 loss at Kansas City.

The Chiefs created plenty of tackling opportunities by running the ball 30 times in Week 8, and Martin capitalized by tallying a career-high tackle total. In Week 9, Washington will play host to the Seahawks, who are one of the most run-heavy teams in the league.

Martin tallied seven tackles (three solo) in Sunday's loss against Dallas.

Martin finished as Washington's second-leading tackler behind Bobby Wagner (eight). Through seven games this season, Martin has tallied 41 tackles and two defensed passes.

Martin tallied nine tackles (six solo) during the Commanders' win over the Chargers on Sunday.

Martin had a dominant outing during the victory, as he racked up a season-high nine tackles. The 25-year-old will look to build on this strong showing and carry the momentum into the team's Week 6 matchup versus the Bears.

Martin finished Thursday's 27-18 loss to the Packers with seven tackles (four solo) and a pass defense.

Martin was one of five Commanders defenders to play all 68 defensive snaps Thursday, and he finished as the team's second-leading tackler behind Bobby Wagner (11). Martin has developed into an every-down starter since being selected by the Commanders in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Martin recorded 87 tackles (50 solo) and three passes defensed, including one interception, across 16 regular-season appearances with the Commanders in 2024. He also had three forced fumbles.

Martin stepped into a starting role on defense Year 2, also tallying 12 tackles (seven solo), one pass defensed, one interception and one defensive touchdown across Washington's three playoff appearances. He'll enter the offseason as a favorite to reprise a starting role at safety for Washington during the 2025 campaign.

Martin (illness) is inactive for Sunday's clash against the Cowboys, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

Martin was added to the injury report due to the illness early Sunday, and he's now been ruled out for the Commanders' regular-season finale. His absence is a significant one for Washington's secondary, as the Illinois product logged 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps in five of his past six games. Percy Butler or Darrick Forrest could slide into a starting role Sunday in Martin's stead.

Martin recorded eight total tackles (seven solo) and two passes defended, including one interception, in Sunday's 30-24 overtime win over the Falcons.

Martin was active early, picking off rookie Michael Penix on the Falcons' first drive in Sunday's overtime win. The Illinois product continued to make plays throughout the remainder of the game, leading Washington's defense in total tackles and defending an additional pass. Martin has been productive in his first full season as a starter, tallying 87 total tackles, three passes defended, including one interception, and three forced fumbles over 16 appearances. He's expected to remain the Commanders' top free safety in Week 18, when the team travels to Dallas.

Martin (shoulder) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Saints.

Martin upgraded to full practice participation Friday after opening the week with consecutive limited sessions, suggesting that he's now recovered from his shoulder injury. The second-year pro from Illinois has logged 71 total tackles while appearing in all of the Commanders' 13 games this season, and he'll look to add to that total in Sunday's matchup in New Orleans.

Martin (shoulder) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Despite the Commanders having a Week 14 bye, Martin popped up on Wednesday's injury report with a shoulder issue. He likely sustained the injury in Washington's Week 13 win over the Titans, as he played just 45 defensive snaps, his lowest mark since Week 7. Martin's practice participation Thursday and Friday will likely provide the best indication of whether he can play in Sunday's matchup against the Saints.

Martin finished Sunday's 34-26 loss to the Cowboys with seven total tackles (two solo), including one tackle for loss.

The second-year safety from Illinois finished as the Commanders' third-leading tackler in Sunday's loss, trailing Bobby Wagner and Frankie Luvu, who each posted eight total tackles. Martin has impressed in his first season as a full-time starter, recording 66 total tackles, two forced fumbles and one pass defended through 12 games. He and Jeremy Chinn are expected to keep making plays as Washington's top safety duo in the Week 13 matchup against the Titans.

Martin recorded six total tackles (two solo) while also forcing a fumble in Sunday's 28-27 loss to the Steelers.

Martin finished fourth on the team with six stops against Pittsburgh, but most notably, he stripped running back Jaylen Warren in the fourth quarter when Warren was attempting to reach the end zone. The safety has now compiled 53 total tackles (34 solo), a pass defensed and a forced fumble over 10 games in 2024.

Martin finished Sunday's 18-15 win over the Bears with 11 tackles (nine solo).

After opening the regular season with a nine-tackle effort against the Buccaneers in Week 1, Martin failed to log more than six combined tackles in each of the Commanders next six games. The starting free safety was more heavily involved Sunday, however, as he led the Commanders with 11 tackles while playing 52 defensive snaps. Martin is up to 44 combined tackles through eight regular-season games and is two shy from matching his production across 16 regular-season outings in 2023.

Martin (shoulder) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Panthers, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Martin logged back-to-back limited sessions to open the Commanders' week of practice, but he upgraded to full participation Friday, indicating that he's moved past his shoulder injury. Expect the Illinois product to start alongside Jeremy Chinn as part of the Commanders' top safety duo in Week 7.

Martin (neck) was listed as a limited participant for Wednesday's practice session.

Martin has been dealing with a neck injury since last week, but he was able to avoid an injury designation heading into the Commanders' Week 6 bout against the Ravens. The 2023 second-round pick has opened this week as a limited practice participant, but he should be good to go for Sunday's game against the Panthers barring any setbacks. Martin has accumulated 31 tackles (22 solo) and one pass defended through the first six games of the regular season.

Martin (neck) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Ravens, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

The second-year pro from Illinois upgraded from limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday to a full practice Friday, suggesting that he's moved past his neck issue in time for Sunday's contest. Expect Martin to start alongside Jeremy Chinn in Washington's secondary in Week 6.

Martin (neck) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Martin recorded four total tackles and defended one pass across 47 defensive snaps during the Commanders' Week 5 win over the Browns, but it appears he sustained a neck injury in the process. The second-year pro's participation Thursday and Friday will provide a better indication of his potential availability for Week 6, when the Commanders travel to Baltimore.

Martin (elbow) was a full participant in Thursday's practice session.

Martin was limited in Wednesday's practice due to an elbow injury. He appears to be past the issue as he participated in Thursday's session without restrictions and should be good to go for Sunday's game against the Cardinals. Martin has accrued 18 tackles (12 solo) through the first three games of the regular season.

Martin (elbow) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Martin was able to play through his hamstring issue in the Commanders' Week 3 win over the Bengals, but it appears he sustained a new elbow injury in the process. The second-year safety's participation Thursday and Friday will provide a better indication of his potential availability for Week 4, when Washington travels to Arizona.

Martin (hamstring) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game at the Bengals, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Martin was able to play through the same lingering hamstring issue in Week 2, so it's not surprising that he'll be ready to go for Week 3. The 2023 second-rounder could have some IDP value this week against a pass-happy Cincinnati team.

Martin (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Martin played through a hamstring injury in Week 2 against the Giants, and he finished the game with three tackles (two solo). He'll have two more practices to upgrade his participation ahead of Monday's game against the Bengals.

Martin (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Martin suffered a minor hamstring injury during Friday's practice but will still play against the Giants. The 2023 second-round pick played 59 of Washington's 64 defensive snaps in Week 1, recording nine tackles (eight solo).

Martin (hamstring) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Giants, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Martin appears to have sustained a hamstring injury during Friday's practice that's put his Week 2 availability in jeopardy. The second-year safety is coming off an impressive Week 1 performance, in which he recorded nine total tackles on 56 defensive snaps. However, if he's unable to go Sunday, expect Jeremy Reaves to work as Washington's top free safety.

Martin logged nine total tackles (eight solo) during Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Buccaneers.

The second-year safety out of Illinois was one of the few bright spots for the Commanders' defense Sunday, finishing second on the team in total tackles. In Martin's rookie year, he appeared in 16 regular-season games and recorded 46 total tackles, including 1.0 sack and two interceptions. Expect Martin to have a more prominent role in the Commanders' secondary as his sophomore campaign progresses.

Martin is on track to start at free safety this year, according to independent Commanders reporter Mark Bullock.

Martin started his college career as a perimeter cornerback but ultimately spent a lot of time in the slot and also played safety a bit. The Commanders drafted him in the second round last spring, 47th overall, and then installed Martin as their slot corner for most of an up-and-down rookie season. New coach Dan Quinn wants Martin to move to free safety, perhaps because it frees up the nickelback job for rookie second-round pick Mike Sainristil, who was dominant guarding the slot in his final two seasons at Michigan. Martin might face a learning curve at safety, but his 4.47 time and 44-inch vertical jump suggest few players at the position league-wide have similar athleticism.

Martin started five of 16 games as a rookie in 2023, recording 46 tackles (28 soo), four pass defenses, two interceptions and one sack.

The second-round pick played just 17 defensive snaps before November but then got most of the work at slot corner during the second half of his rookie season. It's hard to say if that's truly where he fits best or just where he ended up because the Washington secondary was such a mess. Either way, Martin should have a prominent role in 2024 under a new coaching staff, as he was one of the relative bright spots this past season for one of the league's worst defenses. He's also one of the more athletic defensive backs in the NFL, boasting a 4.46-second 40-yard dash and 44-inch vertical from the 2023 combine.

Martin (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

Martin briefly returned to Sunday's game, but the ankle injury appears to be serious enough to have him ruled out for the rest of the contest. Nick Whiteside and Emmanuel Forbes will pick up the slack with Martin sidelined.

Martin (ankle) has returned to Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

Martin briefly left Sunday's contest after sustaining an ankle injury in the second quarter. He'll slot back in at corner alongside Benjamin St-Juste.

Martin is considered questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Cowboys due to an ankle injury, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

The severity of Martin's injury is unknown at this time. While he is sidelined, Nick Whiteside and Emmanuel Forbes are candidates to see increased snaps at cornerback.

Martin (chest) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

The rookie cornerback out of Illinois seems to be past his chest issue, as he's gone from a limited session to begin the Commanders' week of practice to a full workload Thursday. Martin has racked up 27 of his 42 total tackles over the past four games, and he'll look to help Washington end its season on a positive note in Week 18 against the Cowboys.

Martin (chest) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

It's unclear when Martin picked up the chest issue, but his presence at practice Wednesday suggests it's probably not too severe. If he can upgrade to full participation at practice Thursday or Friday, he'll likely avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

Martin recorded 10 tackles (seven solo), including a sack, in Sunday's 28-20 loss to the Rams.

Martin had a career-high 10 takedowns in the contest while also securing his first ever sack, bringing down Matthew Stafford in the loss. The cornerback played 73 defensive snaps, his highest total of the year, and he's seen his workload increase as the the season has gone on.

Martin recorded seven tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 45-15 loss versus the Dolphins.

In his second game playing more than 20 defensive snaps (29), Martin also collected more than four total tackles for the first time in Week 13. As the Commanders fall further away from playoff contention, it would make sense for them to continue to give more playing time to their second-round rookie after their bye in Week 14.

Martin had a pass deflection and an interception in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Patriots.

His interception came late in the fourth quarter on a pass from Mac Jones intended for JuJu Smith-Schuster that went through the hands of the veteran wide receiver and into Martin's arms to seal the game. The rookie cornerback has seen his role on defense steadily increase over the past few weeks and played a season-high 14 defensive snaps in Week 9. Martin will look to continue to carve out a bigger role for himself in Week 10 against the Seahawks.

Martin (thumb) has returned to Sunday's game against the Eagles, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

Martin suffered the injury in the first half, but he returned for the second. He should continue chipping in on special teams and be a depth option in the Commanders secondary.

Martin has left Sunday's game against the Eagles early with a thumb injury.

Martin had one tackle before exiting. With his work primarily coming on special teams, his absence shouldn't impact the team's secondary while he is out.

Martin (concussion) was a full participant at practice Friday and does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game versus Buffalo.

As appeared to be the case after he practiced in full Thursday, Martin should be good to go for Week 3. He'll continue to play mostly on special teams, barring injuries.

Martin (concussion) was a full participant at practice Thursday.

It's still not clear whether Martin has passed through all five phases of the concussion protocol, but he appears to be headed in the right direction for Week 3. He still has two full days to clear protocol before Sunday's game versus Buffalo, that is if he hasn't already.

Martin (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 2 game against the Broncos, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

The second-round rookie played 18 snaps on special teams in his NFL debut last week against the Cardinals but didn't see any action on defense.

Martin is in the concussion protocol ahead of Sunday's game at Denver, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Martin played exclusively on special teams during his pro debut, but he was not spared the injury bug, as he apparently came out of Washington's win in Week 1 with a concussion. Look for the Commanders' injury reports in Week 2 to shed some light on his availability for Sunday.

The Commanders selected Martin in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 47th overall.

Washington went into this draft looking to bolster its secondary and executed that plan by nabbing Emmanuel Forbes in the first round and circling back to get Martin in the second. The Illinois product was a major contributor for a stout Illini defense over the last couple of years with over 50 tackles in both 2021 and 2022. Martin stood out at the combine as well, especially with his jumps (44-inch vertical, 133-inch broad jump) which bodes well for his transition to the next level. He projects to play safety but can also stick as a nickel corner.

The Commanders selected Martin in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 47th overall.

Washington went into this draft looking to bolster its secondary and executed that plan by nabbing Emmanuel Forbes in the first round and circling back to get Martin in the second. The Illinois product was a major contributor for a stout Illini defense over the last couple of years with over 50 tackles in both 2021 and 2022. Martin stood out at the combine as well, especially with his jumps (44-inch vertical, 133-inch broad jump) which bodes well for his transition to the next level. He projects to play safety but can also stick as a nickel corner.