Javontae Jean-Baptiste - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Will remain on IR Coach Dan Quinn confirmed today that no players on injured reserve, including Jean-Baptiste (pectoral), will return for the end of the year, Tom Schad of The Washington Post report...

Impact Jean-Baptiste was forced to undergo surgery for the pectoral injury he suffered in the Commanders' Week 4 loss to the Falcons. The defensive end played just three games this season, totalling 6 tackles (two solo), including 1.0 sacks. With a near guarantee that his season is over, the 25-year-old will have to look toward a 2026 return to the field.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Shifts to IR Jean-Baptiste (pectoral) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.

Impact The 2024 seventh-round pick from Notre Dame tore his pectoral during the Week 4 loss to the Falcons, so it's no surprise he's been placed on IR. Jean-Baptiste played 71 total snaps (59 on defense, 12 on special teams) over three games this season, recording six total tackles. Preston Smith is likely to see increased defensive work while Jean-Baptiste remains sidelined for at least the Commanders' next four games.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to undergo surgery Jean-Baptiste will undergo surgery for a torn pectoral that he suffered during the Commanders' 34-27 loss to the Falcons on Sunday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Jean-Baptiste is expected to be placed on injured reserve following the surgery, and head coach Dan Quinn relayed Monday that the recovery timeline is "usually months, not weeks." Jean-Baptiste will will be on the IR well past the four-game minimum, but it's unclear whether he can return toward the end of the regular season or for the postseason, if the Commanders qualify. Jalyn Holmes should see an uptick in playing time at defensive end, but Washington can also turn to veteran Preston Smith, who was a healthy scratch in each of the Commanders' last two games after signing with the team Sept. 16.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

May have torn pectoral Jean-Baptiste will undergo an MRI on a pectoral injury that he suffered during the Commanders' 34-27 loss to the Falcons on Sunday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Per Jhabvala, the Commanders fear that Jean-Baptiste tore his pec during Sunday's loss, which would likely necessitate a lengthy stint on injured reserve. The Commanders received much-needed depth at defensive end by signing Preston Smith (coach's decision) earlier in September, and the veteran could be active for Week 5 against the Chargers on Sunday, Oct. 5 if Jean-Baptiste is sidelined. Jalyn Holmes would also be in line for a significant increase in defensive snaps.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits game with pec injury Jean-Baptiste (pectoral) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Falcons.

Impact Jean-Baptiste will have his pectoral injury evaluated by medical trainers on the sideline. Jalyn Holmes would be the next man up at defensive end if Jean-Baptiste is unable to return.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Returning to action Jean-Baptiste (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

Impact After being a full participant at each practice during Week 12 prep, Jean-Baptiste was activated from injured reserve Saturday and will officially shake off a questionable tag and make his first appearance since Week 6. In six games, Jean-Baptiste has recorded five tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, and two QB hits as a reserve.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Activated from injured reserve The Commanders activated Jean-Baptiste (ankle) from injured reserve Saturday.

Impact Jean-Baptiste has been cleared to play Sunday against the Cowboys. He missed the Commanders' previous five games with the ankle injury. Prior to his injury, Jean-Baptiste recorded five tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, and two QB hits as a reserve lineman.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets clearance to practice Washington designated Jean-Baptiste (ankle) for return to practice from its injured reserve list Wednesday.

Impact Jean-Baptiste has spent the Commanders' last five games on the sidelines due to an ankle issue he picked up in Week 6 at Baltimore, but he now appears to be on track to return to action soon. His name will be one to watch for when Washington releases its last official practice reports of the week Thursday and Friday.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to IR The Commanders placed Jean-Baptiste (ankle) on injured reserve Wednesday.

Impact Head coach Dan Quinn told reporters Monday that Jean-Baptiste sustained an ankle injury in the Commanders' Week 6 loss to the Ravens, and Wednesday's move to IR indicates his injury is significant. While the rookie from Notre Dame is sidelined, expect Efe Obada and Jamin Davis to see increased work as rotational defensive ends.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains right ankle injury Head coach Dan Quinn told reporters Monday that Jean-Baptiste sustained a right ankle injury in Sunday's 30-23 loss to the Ravens, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The 2024 seventh-round pick out of Notre Dame played 33 total snaps (27 defensive and six on special teams) and recorded two total tackles in Sunday's loss, but it appears he picked up an ankle injury in the process. Jean-Baptiste's practice participation throughout the week will provide the best indication on whether the rookie can suit up in Week 7, when the Commanders host the Panthers.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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