Commanders star DT Daron Payne officially out for rest of season with Jones fracture

The Washington Commanders will be without defensive tackle Daron Payne for the rest of the season after he suffered a Jones fracture during Friday’s practice. The injury leaves the Commanders with another absence along its defensive front as it prepares to host the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday Night Football. Washington has already ruled out defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw. Payne initially appeared on Friday’s injury report with a foot issue. The Commanders listed him as questionable for Sunday after he participated in practice on a limited basis.