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Mariota Out with Knee Injury, Colts Lead Commanders

Published October 4, 2026 · Updated October 4, 2026 · NBC Sports

Marcus Mariota is out for the remainder of today's game against the Colts after re-injuring his MCL in his right knee, leaving the Commanders with their third-string quarterback.

Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota suffered a knee injury early in the game and has been confirmed out for the rest of the contest. According to NFL Network, the injury is a re-aggravation of the MCL in his right knee, which was surgically repaired in 2022. ipltable.lol

With Mariota out, seventh-round rookie Athan Kaliakmanis has taken over at quarterback for Washington. He's struggled in his limited action, completing just 6 of 14 passes for 33 yards with an interception that set up a Colts touchdown. Indianapolis currently leads 17-6 in the third quarter.

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