The Washington Football Team announced Friday that running back Antonio Gibson was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of Sunday’s game against rival Philadelphia.
Washington’s top back has been the motor of the club’s ground game. In 15 games, Gibson has generated 891 rushing yards and six touchdowns on 237 carries while battling through injury.
With the NFL/NFL Players Association’s revised COVID-19 protocol, it’s possible for Gibson to be cleared ahead of Sunday if he’s vaccinated and tests negative. Given the timing of his placement on the reserve list, however, it would seem a long shot.
With J.D. McKissic on injured reserve, Gibson’s absence means a hefty load for rookie Jaret Patterson. The undrafted rookie has carried 50 times for 188 yards and a TD this season.
At 6-9, Washington isn’t mathematically eliminated from postseason contention ahead of Sunday bout against the seventh-seeded Eagles.
Washington also placed guard Ereck Flowers on the reserve/COVID-19 list. The club signed punter Ryan Winslow to the practice squad and designated LB Khaleke Hudson to return to practice.
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