EMMANUEL FORBES JR. NEWS

Could Browns Trade For Commanders Emmanuel Forbes Jr.? With the Cleveland Browns always building depth in the secondary, could they make a move for Washington Commanders cornerback Emmanuel Forbe...

SEPTEMBER 12 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Practices in full Forbes (thumb) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Impact The 2023 first-round pick sustained a thumb injury during the Commanders' Week 1 loss, but it appears he'll play through the issue. Forbes recorded four total tackles on 32 defensive snaps in his sophomore debut, and he's expected to serve as one of the Commanders' top rotational cornerbacks in Week 2's matchup against the Giants.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

To play through thumb injury Coach Dan Quinn said Wednesday that Forbes (thumb) is expected to play Sunday versus the Giants while wearing a splint, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

Impact Forbes suffered a thumb injury during Washington's loss to the Buccaneers in Week 1, per John Keim of ESPN.com. It won't come as a surprise if the rotational cornerback is limited in practices this week as a result, but the Commanders expect Forbes to be available for Sunday's divisional matchup at home against New York.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes X-rays Forbes (undisclosed) was spotted entering the X-ray room following Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Buccaneers, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Forbes finished the day with four total tackles (two solo), but he appears to have left the contest a little worse for wear. The team will likely provide an update on the cornerback in the near future.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes X-rays Forbes (undisclosed) was spotted entering the X-ray room following Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Buccaneers, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Forbes finished the day with four total tackles (two solo), but he appears to have left the contest a little worse for wear. The team will likely provide an update on the cornerback in the near future.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Puts on 17 pounds Forbes told reporters last week that he gained 17 pounds in the offseason, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

Impact If that's accurate, it would mean Forbes's weight has increased by about 10 percent since he checked in at 166 pounds at the 2023 Combine. He was one of the more polarizing CB prospects in recent memory, sporting a thinner build than any current NFL starter at the position. The Commanders took a shot on Forbes with the 16th overall pick, betting that his absurd playmaking track record at Mississippi State (14 INTs, six returned for TDs) would translate to the NFL. It didn't work out that way as a rookie, with Forbes picking off just one pass and getting benched for performance reasons Week 6. He re-entered the starting lineup thereafter but was often picked on by opposing quarterbacks, and it seems the new coaching staff in Washington is hopeful Forbes will fare better with a more conventional build for a corner. That said, he's still among the thinnest players at his position, now listed at 6-foot, 180 pounds (though it sounds like he reported to training camp a few pounds heavier than 180).

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 30 • KANSASCITY.COM

Won't play vs. Dolphins Forbes (elbow) is out for Sunday's game versus the Dolphins, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Forbes will miss his second straight game in Week 13 as he nurses an elbow injury he sustained in Week 11 versus the Giants. In his stead, Danny Johnson figures to serve as Washington's nickel corner Sunday.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emmanuel Forbes Dealing With 'Pretty Significant Injury' Emmanuel Forbes was out for the Washington Commanders against the Dallas Cowboys with an elbow injury.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Returns to Week 11 contest Forbes has reentered Sunday's game against the Giants after previously departing with an elbow injury, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Forbes exited in the first half with an elbow issue and was subsequently deemed questionable to return. He appears to be fine, however, as he's since come back into the game. Forbes should resume his rotational role in the Commanders secondary in the second half of the Week 11 matchup.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders rookie CB Emmanuel Forbes Jr. ejected for helmet-to-helmet hit in 1st quarter vs Seattle

Washington Commanders first-round pick Emmanuel Forbes Jr. was ejected for a helmet-to-helmet hit on Seattle wide receiver Tyler Lockett in the first quarter

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Commanders' young players take a big step, helping deliver win over Patriots Emmanuel Forbes bounced back, and Quan Martin made the game-sealing interception, a great sign for a struggling rookie class.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

After benching, the plan for Commanders rookie cornerback Emmanuel Forbes moving forward is unclear

It's unclear what's next for Washington Commanders rookie cornerback Emmanuel Forbes after being benched in their most recent game

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Commanders first-rounders Jahan Dotson, Emmanuel Forbes non-factors in Week 6 Washington Commanders first-rounders added up to zero production on Sunday, but the lack of impact being made doesn’t fluster head coach Ron...

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • NFL.COM

What we learned in NFL Week 6: Bill Belichick's clock ticking; Jalen Hurts' pick problem

How long can Bill Belichick and the Pats go on like this? Is Jalen Hurts taking unnecessary risks? Do the Lions have a true No. 1 receiver?...

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Commanders Coach Del Rio Still Believes in Forbes Washington Commanders rookie Emmanuel Forbes has had a rough start to his NFL career but defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio hasn’t given up...

OCTOBER 12, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Commanders Coach Del Rio Still Believes in Forbes Washington Commanders rookie Emmanuel Forbes has had a rough start to his NFL career but defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio hasn’t given up...

OCTOBER 12, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Commanders' skid lays roster holes bare as offseason looks like a dud (so far, anyway) Ron Rivera the personnel man has made it tough on Ron Rivera the coach, as his rookies and free-agent additions have flopped early.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

NFL announces amount of fine on Eagles' A.J. Brown for taunting Commanders' Emmanuel Forbes It's not cheap, but some Eagles fans say it was worth it — given Philly still won

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • NJ.COM

Commanders' biggest strength has become biggest weakness: 'Not a good defense right now'

Washington's defense was a disaster Thursday night against Justin Fields and the Bears. But really, it's been a disaster all season long.

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Forbes Showing Growth Despite Poor Stats Emmanuel Forbes allowed two touchdowns in the Washington Commanders loss against the Philadelphia Eagles.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Commanders willing to let Emmanuel Forbes play through rookie mistakes The undersized rookie has matched up with talented receivers so far this season, and he hasn’t been able to keep pace.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Emmanuel Forbes prepares to face DeVonta Smith in battle of 'undersized' playmakers Forbes and Smith, both considered outliers during their pre-draft process, have NFL teams thinking twice when evaluating talent.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Emmanuel Forbes vs. Michael Wilson: Matchup to Watch? Arizona Cardinals receiver Michael Wilson and Washington Commanders cornerback Emmanuel Forbes could match up together in their NFL debut.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Commanders set for a season of transition in 2023

With a new owner and a revamped offense, there's reason for optimism in Washington. But can the Commanders keep pace in a tough NFC East?

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023