Sam Cosmi Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Broncos vs Commanders game on Nov 30, 2025 with our National Football League injury report.Oct 19, 2025
Back in action
Cosmi (knee) is active for Sunday's contest against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi will make his return after missing the team's first six games of the year while recovering from a torn ACL that he sustained in January. The offensive lineman is geared up to be back in his starting role at right guard versus Dallas.
Oct 18, 2025
Activated from PUP list
The Commanders activated Cosmi (knee) from the reserve/PUP list Saturday, but he remains questionable to play Sunday against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi is in the final stages of his recovery from a torn ACL that he suffered during the Commanders' playoff run in January. His activation from the PUP list indicates he is on track to play Week 7, and if he is cleared to play, he'll likely take over as the starting right guard while Andrew Wylie reverts to a reserve role.
Oct 17, 2025
Officially listed as questionable
Cosmi (knee) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Dallas, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi was a full participant at practice the entire week, but he still has yet to be activated from the Commanders' reserve/PUP list. If he can't step back in as the starting right guard in Week 7, veteran Andrew Wylie should get another start at that spot.
Oct 13, 2025
Out for Week 6
Cosmi has been downgraded to out for Monday's game against the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi will miss a second straight game since having had his 21-day practice window opened on Oct. 1. Once healthy, Cosmi is expected to reclaim his starting spot at right guard and provide a boost for Washington's offensive line, but for the time being he remains on the reserve/PUP list.
Oct 2, 2025
Won't return Week 5
Cosmi (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi's 21-day practice window to return from the Commanders' reserve/PUP list opened Wednesday. He was a full participant in each of the first two practices of the week, but the 2021 second-rounder did not travel with the team to Los Angeles and will not play Sunday. Cosmi will have to wait until Week 6 against the Bears on Monday, Oct. 13 to make his 2025 regular-season debut.
Oct 1, 2025
Designated to return
Cosmi (knee) was designated to return from the reserve/PUP list Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
The 2021 second-round pick from Texas missed the Commanders' first four games this season after tearing his ACL in January. Cosmi now has 21 days to be added to Washington's active roster before reverting to IR. He's expected to reclaim the team's top right guard spot once healthy.
Aug 4, 2025
Coach not closing door on Week 1
Head coach Dan Quinn said Monday that a Week 1 return is "still on the table" for Cosmi (knee), John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Quinn added that Cosmi has hit all the benchmarks thus far in the guard's recovery process from a torn ACL suffered in the NFC divisional round in January. While Cosmi being ready for the start of the regular season hasn't been ruled out as a possibility, that would constitute a much faster than typical return from such an injury, so it's more likely that Cosmi will need additional time to recover. Cosmi is currently on the active/PUP list.
Jul 23, 2025
Placed on PUP list
Cosmi (knee) was placed on the active/PUP list by the Commanders on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi is continuing to work his way back from a torn ACL in his right knee, which he suffered in Washington's divisional-round win over the Lions in the playoffs. The offensive lineman is eligible to return to practice and play at any point in the preseason.
Jan 19, 2025
Out with torn ACL
Commanders coach Dan Quinn said Sunday that Cosmi will miss the remainder of the playoffs after he sustained a torn ACL during Saturday's divisional-round win against the Lions, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi was rolled up on and bent back awkwardly during the first half Saturday, and he underwent an MRI on Sunday morning. The standout guard will now likely undergo surgery to repair the torn ACL in his right knee, which could impact his availability for the start of the 2025 regular season. Expect backup Trent Scott to start at right guard during next Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the winner of the divisional-round matchup versus the Eagles and the Rams.
Jan 19, 2025
Set for MRI
Cosmi will undergo an MRI on Sunday and is expected to miss at least one game after exiting with a right knee injury during Saturday's 45-31 win over the Lions, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi suffered what appeared to be a significant injury when he got his leg rolled up on during the second quarter. Rapoport adds that the 25-year-old offensive lineman will likely be sidelined for an extended period, effectively knocking him out for next Sunday's NFC Championship Game and the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 9, should the Commanders advance. As a result, backup Trent Scott will likely start at right guard for the remainder of Washinton's playoff run.
Jan 18, 2025
Won't return against Lions
Cosmi (knee) has been ruled out of Saturday's divisional-round matchup against the Lions.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi got rolled up on in the second quarter and was bent back awkwardly as a result. Trent Scott has taken over at right guard in his place.
Jan 18, 2025
Suffers knee inury
Cosmi suffered a knee injury in Saturday's divisional-round game against the Lions and is questionable to return.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi got rolled up on during Washington's touchdown run in the second quarter. He was pinned backward for a few seconds and then had to be helped off the field. Trent Scott took over at right guard in his place.
Sep 4, 2024
Inks extension with Washington
The Commanders signed Cosmi to a four-year, $74 million extension Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
At $18.5 million annually, Cosmi becomes the fifth-highest paid guard in the NFL, with over $45 million in guaranteed money. Cosmi appeared in all 17 of the Commanders' regular-season contests in 2023, giving up just one sack while making the switch from tackle to guard. He's expected to continue anchoring the right side of Washington's offensive line for years to come after his extension.
Dec 14, 2022
Full participant Wednesday
Cosmi (ankle) was a full participant during Wednesday's practice, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi was forced to leave the Commanders' Week 13 matchup against the Giants due to an ankle injury, but it appears the team's Week 14 bye was beneficial, as he's logged a full practice Wednesday and is on track to suit up for Sunday's rematch against the Giants. He was filling in at right guard for Trai Turner (ankle), who returned to practice as a limited participant Wednesday, so Cosmi may revert to his usual reserve role for Week 15.
Dec 4, 2022
Unable to return
Cosmi (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi exited in the first half and was filling in at right guard for the injured Trai Turner (ankle). In his absence, Wes Schweitzer and Saahdiq Charles will continue to see opportunities at the position.
Dec 4, 2022
Forced out with injury
Cosmi (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Giants.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi started at right guard Sunday with Trai Turner (ankle) inactive, according to Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News. In his absence, Wes Schweitzer or Saahdiq Charles will likely step in against the Giants.
Oct 23, 2022
Active against Green Bay
Cosmi (finger) is active Week 7 against Green Bay.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi will return from a two-week absence, but Cornelius Lucas is slated to continue starting at right tackle for the time being, according to JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington.
Oct 13, 2022
Won't play Thursday
Cosmi (finger) was ruled out for Thursday's game against the Bears, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official team site reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi will miss his second consecutive game after undergoing surgery on his injured right thumb Sept. 4. As a result, veteran Cornelius Lucas will once again step in as Washington's starting right tackle in this Week 6 contest.
Oct 7, 2022
Ruled out for Week 5
Cosmi (thumb) isn't expected to play in Sunday's game against the Titans, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi suffered a thumb injury in Sunday's 25-10 loss to the Cowboys, and he'll now be sidelined indefinitely after he received surgery Wednesday on his injured right thumb. While the 6-foot-6, 309-pounder remains out, Cornelius Lucas would likely step in at right tackle for Washington.
Oct 4, 2022
Receives thumb surgery
Cosmi underwent surgery on his injured thumb Tuesday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi suffered the injury in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys. While a timetable for his return is not yet available, he's currently questionable for Sunday against the Titans. If he is unable to play, Cornelius Lucas will likely draw the start at right tackle.
Oct 3, 2022
Picks up injury
Cosmi sustained a hand injury during Sunday's loss to the Cowboys that could sideline him for multiple weeks, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Standig added that Cosmi will undergo further evaluation for this issue Tuesday, leaving his exact timeline for a return up in the air. The second-year right tackle reprised his starting role in 2022 after being placed on season-ending IR last November. Cosmi's absence would leave the right side of Washington's offensive line even more under-manned after starting guard Trai Turner also aggravated a pre-existing knee injury during Sunday's loss.
Jan 3, 2022
Restored from COVID list
Washington has activated Cosmi (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list.
ANALYSIS
Now that Cosmi has cleared the NFL's health and safety protocols he will be free to return to practice ahead of Washington's season finale versus the Giants. Look for him to resume his role at right tackle assuming he avoids any setbacks.
Dec 30, 2021
Placed on COVID list
Cosmi (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi sat out Wednesday's practice with an illness, so it appears he tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss Sunday's matchup with the Eagles. Cornelius Lucas should fill in at right tackles for Washington.
Dec 20, 2021
Moves back to active roster
Cosmi was activated from injured reserve Monday.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi has started six games for Washington this season when healthy. With Cornelius Lucas still on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Cosmi could be looking at a significant role as soon as Tuesday against the Eagles.
Dec 16, 2021
Designated for return
Washington has designated Cosmi (hip) for return from IR.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi started six games while healthy this season, so his return to the lineup could provide a significant boost. The rookie second-round pick's 21-day window to be evaluated at practice begins with this transaction, and the team can bring him up to the active roster at any point in that span.
Nov 29, 2021
Headed for IR
Cosmi (hip) will miss the remainder of the season after being placed on injured reserve Monday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Washington will be without the rookie right tackle, who has started six games when healthy this season. The team will likely turn to Cornelius Lucas at right tackle going forward.
Nov 27, 2021
Out Week 12
Cosmi (hip) will not play in Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi injured his hip in last week's matchup with the Panthers. He will now be forced out of the team's Week 12 game as a result. Saahdiq Charles is the likely candidate to replace him at right tackle.
Nov 21, 2021
Suffers hip injury Sunday
Cosmi (hip) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi suffered a hip injury in the first half of Washington's Week 11 contest. Backup right tackle Saahdiq Charles (illness) is inactive, so Cornelius Lucas is the most likely candidate to take over at right tackle if Cosmi is unable to return.
Nov 14, 2021
Active for Sunday
Cosmi (ankle) will play Sunday against Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi has missed the last three games, but following a Week 9 bye he is ready to return. The 2021 second-round selection will likely return to a starting role along the offensive line.
Oct 29, 2021
Remains sidelined in Week 8
Cosmi (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game against the Broncos, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi will sit out for a third consecutive game, and Saahdiq Charles should continue to fill in at right tackle. With Washington on bye next week, Cosmi's next chance to play will come against Tampa Bay in Week 10.
Oct 22, 2021
Won't play in Week 7
Cosmi (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Packers, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi will miss his second straight game after injuring his ankle against the Saints in Week 5. Saahdiq Charles drew the start at right tackle in Week 6 and will likely get the nod again against the Packers on Sunday.
Oct 15, 2021
Ruled out for Week 6
Cosmi (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Chiefs, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
ANALYSIS
With right guard Brandon Scherff (knee) also unavailable, Washington will be without both starters on the right side of its offensive line. Saahdiq Charles is expected to start at right tackle for the duration of Cosmi's absence.
Oct 13, 2021
Not practicing Wednesday
Cosmi (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi suffered an ankle injury early in Sunday's contest with the Saints. Saahdiq Charles replaced the 22-year-old during Week 5 and would likely draw the start in Week 6 if Cosmi is unavailable.
Oct 10, 2021
Not returning Sunday
Cosmi (ankle) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi suffered an ankle injury earlier in the game and returned briefly, but now he's been ruled out completely and won't be returning to the gridiron. Expect Saahdiq Charles to replace him at right tackle for the remainder of this game.
Oct 10, 2021
Dealing with ankle issue
Cosmi suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's game against New Orleans and is questionable to return.
ANALYSIS
Cosmi has served as the team's right tackle after being selected in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft. Cornelius Lucas has taken over in Cosmi's absence.
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