Washington Commanders Kicker Austin Seibert Questionable for Week 10 Due to Hip Injury

Austin Seibert, the starting kicker for the Washington Commanders, has been listed as questionable for the team’s Week 10 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a right hip injury. This development was announced in the Commanders’ final injury report on Friday[4].

Seibert, who has been a crucial component of the Commanders’ special teams unit, did not practice on Wednesday but was upgraded to limited participation on both Thursday and Friday. His status for the game on Sunday could be a game-time decision, leaving fantasy football managers and fans uncertain about his availability.

If Seibert is unable to play, the Commanders will turn to veteran kicker Zane Gonzalez, who was recently signed to the practice squad. Gonzalez, an 80 percent career kicker, has not played meaningful football since 2021 and is considered a step down from Seibert, who has been highly productive this season with a 25-for-27 record on field goal attempts and a perfect 22-for-22 on extra points[2].

The potential absence of Seibert could impact the Commanders’ special teams performance, particularly against a strong special teams unit like that of the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Steelers are known for their excellence in the kicking game, blocking kicks, and return game, which could give them an additional edge if Seibert is out.