Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner never misses time. So, it raised some concerns when the 13-year veteran missed two practices this week ahead of Saturday’s playoff game against the Detroit Lions.
Would Wagner miss Saturday’s game? The future Hall of Famer came up with the key turnover in last week’s wild-card win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers but also injured his ankle in the win.
On Thursday, head coach Dan Quinn spoke to the media and assured everyone that Wagner was fine and he’d be on the field against the Lions.
“No. So, he did a good job on the rehab part of it of things, but getting a chance to see him yesterday some, through the rehab and in today’s practice, he looks strong,” Quinn said when asked if there were any concerns with Wagner’s ankle.
Wagner was limited in practice Thursday but did not receive an injury designation for the game.
In case you didn’t believe Quinn, Wagner was asked if he expected the ankle injury to hinder him.
“It’s life, nah, I’m straight,” Wagner told reporters after practice.
As reporters tried to get more from Wagner, he sounded exactly like a head coach.
“I’m not about to talk about the injury or anything because, you know, the Detroit Lions are watching.”
Commanders LB Bobby Wagner on his ankle injury:
“I’m not about to talk about the injury or anything because, you know, the Detroit Lions are watching.” pic.twitter.com/Ew4ODYdKMz
— Sam Fortier (@Sam4TR) January 16, 2025
Wagner then told the assembled media, “See you guys Saturday.”
Of course, Wagner is playing. Nothing would keep Wagner off the field Saturday against the heavily favored Detroit Lions.
