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Another sack in Week 3 Armstrong recorded five total tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's 41-24 win over Las Vegas.

Impact Armstrong was able to record a sack for the third game in a row to open the season, bringing down Geno Smith for a three-yard loss in the first quarter. The defensive lineman has now registered 15 total tackles (11 solo), including 3.0 sacks, over the first three contests this year.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sacks Love in Week 2 Armstrong registered six tackles (four solo), including 1.0 sacks, during the Commanders' 27-18 loss to the Packers on Thursday.

Impact Armstrong was credited with a 13-yard sack on Jordan Love late in the fourth quarter, which led to the Packers punting the ball two plays later to give the Commanders' offense one last opportunity to score. Armstrong has collected 2.0 sacks through the first two games of 2025, and the 2018 fourth-rounder is on track to extend his streak of 5.0 sacks in a season to five.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock Armstrong (knee) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Giants, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Armstrong was held to limited participation both Wednesday and Thursday, but Friday's full session indicates he's moved past his knee issue in time to play Sunday. The veteran defensive end tallied 39 total tackles, including 5.0 sacks, two forced fumbles and one pass defended across 16 regular-season contests in 2024. He's expected to remain a starter on Washington's defensive line heading into the 2025 season.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another limited session Armstrong (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact The 2018 fourth-rounder opened the week with back-to-back limited practices due to a knee injury, and he would avoid an injury tag for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Giants if he were to log a full practice Friday. Armstrong signed a three-year contract with the Commanders in March of 2024, and in his first regular season with Washington he logged 39 tackles (20 solo), including 5.0 sacks, one pass defense and two forced fumbles across 16 games.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited at practice Armstrong (knee) was a limited participant at the Commanders' practice Wednesday.

Impact Armstrong popped up on the injury report with an apparent knee injury after Wednesday's first practice of the week. The defensive end will have two more chances to log a full practice before Sunday's regular-season opener against the Giants.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 16, 2025 • COMMANDERS.COM

Logs 5.0 sacks for new team in 2024 Armstrong registered 39 tackles (20 solo), including 5.0 sacks, along with a defensed pass and two forced fumbles over 16 regular-season games in 2024.

Impact After spending his first six NFL campaigns with Dallas, Armstrong signed a three-year contract with Washington last March. The defensive end logged a career-high 592 defensive snaps and 39 stops in his first season with the Commanders, though his sacks total dropped from 7.5 last season to 5.0 in 2024. However, Armstrong upped his game in the playoffs, recording 3.5 sacks over Washington's three contests. He'll likely retain a key role in 2025 and will look to carry over his strong postseason performance into more consistent production throughout the campaign.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 31, 2024 • Associated Press

Sacks Penix in Week 17 Armstrong recorded four total tackles (one solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's 30-24 overtime win over the Falcons.

Impact Armstrong has now logged a sack in two of his last three games after recording just 3.0 sacks over his first 12 contests this season. The 27-year-old stripped Michael Penix in the fourth quarter of Sunday's win, though the fumble was recovered by Atlanta. Armstrong has been relatively productive in his first season in Washington, tallying 36 total tackles, including 5.0 sacks, and two forced fumbles over 15 appearances. He's expected to continue starting opposite Dante Fowler as part of the Commanders' top edge-rushing duo in the Week 18 matchup against Dallas.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finally back in sack column Armstrong recorded four tackles (three solo) including 1.0 sacks during Sunday's 20-19 win at New Orleans.

Impact Armstrong got to Jake Haener late in the first quarter to log his first sack since Week 5 versus the Browns. He'll be looking to keep up the positive momentum in Week 16 versus the Eagles.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • Associated Press

Will suit up against Chicago Armstrong (ribs) is active for Sunday's game against the Bears, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.

Impact Armstrong injured his ribs in Week 6 against the Ravens, which was severe enough for him to be sidelined against the Panthers in Week 7. The 2018 fourth-round pick was limited in practice all week, and while he's unlikely to be at 100 percent health, he'll suit up for Sunday's contest. Armstrong has logged 12 tackles (four solo), including 3.0 sacks, and one forced fumble through six regular-season games.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could return in Week 8 Armstrong (ribs) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bears.

Impact The first-year Commander missed Washington's Week 7 win over the Panthers due to a ribs injury, but it appears he has a chance to return Sunday after practicing in a limited fashion throughout the week. If Armstrong can't play through the issue in Week 8, expect Efe Obada to see increased reps with Washington's first-team defense.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 18, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Ruled out for Week 7 Commanders head coach Dan Quinn said Friday that Armstrong (ribs) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Panthers, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Armstrong will miss at least one game due to the ribs injury he sustained during Washington's loss to the Ravens in Week 6. Quinn said Armstrong "had a good week but he's not there yet." The veteran defensive end's next chance to take the field will come Week 8 versus Chicago.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing Wednesday's practice Armstrong (ribs) won't practice Wednesday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Armstrong sustained a ribs injury in the Commanders' Week 6 loss to the Ravens, and Wednesday's DNP is an indication that his injury may be significant. The first-year Commander will likely need to upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday in order to suit up for Washington's Week 7 matchup against the Panthers.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 14, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

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OCTOBER 14, 2024 • Associated Press

More testing to come Head coach Dan Quinn told reporters that Armstrong will undergo further testing on his ribs injury Monday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Armstrong exited in the first half and did not return to Sunday's loss after sustaining a ribs injury. Monday's tests and Armstrong's practice participation this week will likely provide the best indication on whether the 27-year-old can suit up for the Commanders' Week 7 matchup against the Panthers.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to out Armstrong (ribs) won't return to Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Impact Armstrong didn't record any counting stats before exiting the contest in the first half. However, he's been a key piece of Washington's defense, posting 3.0 sacks over the prior three games. In Armstrong's absence, Efe Obada and Javontae Jean-Baptiste are candidates for increased defensive snaps.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Week 6 with rib injury Armstrong hurt his ribs Sunday versus Baltimore and is questionable to return.

Impact Armstrong was hurt in the first half, and it's unclear if he'll be able to return to the game. The defensive end has been a key part of the Commanders' pass rush this season, playing over half of the team's defensive snaps in each contest coming into Sunday and tallying 3.0 sacks. Javontae Jean-Baptiste could see more action if Armstrong doesn't return Sunday.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies 1.5 sacks vs. Cardinals Armstrong finished Sunday's 42-14 win over the Cardinals with five tackles (three solo), including 1.5 sacks, and one forced fumble.

Impact Armstrong contributed to two of the Commanders' four sacks Sunday. After combining with Frankie Luvu for a five-yard sack on Kyler Murray midway through the second quarter, Armstrong got to Murray for a seven-yard sack on a fourth-and-one late in the same frame, which led to a 45-yard field goal by Austin Seibert five plays later. Through the first four games of the regular season, Armstrong is up to nine tackles (three solo), including 2.0 sacks, and one forced fumble.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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