Carson Wentz put on a gritty performance in the Washington Commanders’ ugly win over the Chicago Bears on Thursday.
He continually protected his right hand and was flexing it.
Now, we know why.
The Commanders’ QB is lost for 4-6 weeks due to a fractured ring finger on his throwing hand.
#Commanders QB Carson Wentz is facing a recovery time of roughly 4-6 weeks and Injured Reserve is a consideration, sources tell me and @MikeGarafolo. He’s currently in Los Angeles meeting with a hand specialist because of his fractured ring finger.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 17, 2022
Through six weeks, Wentz threw for 1,489 yards with 10 touchdowns and six interceptions on 62.1% completions while taking a league-high 23 sacks.
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) October 17, 2022
Behind Wentz, Washington has journeyman Taylor Heinicke and fifth-round pick Sam Howell from North Carolina.