Daron Payne

Daron Payne (knee) has been cleared to play in Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys.

Fantasy Impact

Payne now has full clearance to play in Sunday's game against the Cowboys, which was to be expected after he was upgraded to a full participant at practice on Thursday. Look for his presence to make a positive impact on Washington's defensive front in this matchup and beyond.

Daron Payne (knee) was upgraded to a full participant at practice on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Payne was able to log a full practice session on Thursday after being limited by a knee injury at practice on Wednesday. He should be good to go for Week 2 and will continue to be an anchor for Washington's defensive front in a tough matchup against the Cowboys.

Daron Payne (knee) was officially limited at practice on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

The veteran was able to play through his knee injury in Week 1 but reverted back to being limited at practice on Wednesday. This is likely a load management tactic for the Commanders, so it looks likely that he will be available to face up against the Cowboys this week, which is great news for Washington's defense.

Daron Payne (knee) will play in Week 1 for the Washington Commanders against the Philadelphia Eagles according to Ian Rapoport.

Fantasy Impact

Payne will suit up for head coach Dan Quinn after progressing through a short practice week without any issues. The defensive tackle will look to stifle a Philadelphia rushing attack led by running back Saquon Barkley and quarterback Jalen Hurts in the season opener.

Daron Payne (back) is inactive for Week 17 for the Washington Commanders against the Dallas Cowboys.

Fantasy Impact

Payne will sit out after being unable to clear through a short practice week for the Commanders, with Sheldon Day and Jer’Zhan Newton in line to start in the defensive tackle’s place against the Cowboys Thursday.