OCTOBER 4, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
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Jon Bostic feared to have significant injury: Report Washington starting linebacker Jon Bostic is feared to have a significant injury in Sunday’s 34-30 win over the Atlanta Falcons, according t...
Washington Gets Terrible Jon Bostic Injury Update After Week 4 The Washington Football squeaked out a close 34-30 win in Week 4, but it didn't come without a cost. Among several injuries suffered against...
OCTOBER 4, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
Sustains pectoral injury Bostic will undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the severity of a pectoral injury that he sustained in Sunday's win over Atlanta, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact Bostic's tests will help determine the severity of the issue, but the team fears that the linebacker sustained a serious injury in the Week 4 win. If the 30-year-old is forced to miss additional time, Jared Norris will likely be in line for a larger role.
OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Houdini Heinicke: Washington beats Falcons 34-30 on late TD
Taylor Heinicke ad-libbed a 30-yard touchdown pass to JOCTOBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Won't return Sunday Bostic (shoulder) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's contest against the Falcons.
Impact Bostic totaled six tackles before leaving the contest. Jared Norris will likely replace him for the remainder of the game.
OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Quarterback Taylor Heinicke needs more Alex Smith in game
While defense is Washington's biggest problem after a blowout loss in Buffalo, quarterback Taylor Heinicke's play is also under the microscopeSEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jon Bostic talks Ryan Fitzpatrick and how good Washington's defense will be in 2021 Jon Bostic thinks Ryan Fitzpatrick has Washington’s offense heading in the right direction. Does he think the defense can be even better in...
JUNE 29, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Enjoys career year Bostic finished the 2020 season with 118 tackles (61 solo), three sacks, three pass defenses and one interception in 16 games.
Impact The veteran linebacker played 92.4 percent of Washington's defensive snaps, up from 91.1 percent the previous year. He still hasn't shown a ton of playmaking ability, but Bostic did have career highs for tackles and sacks in 2020, occupying a key role in one of the better defenses in the league. He'll turn 30 in May and has one year remaining on his contract with Washington, scheduled for a $1.64 million base salary.
JANUARY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
With Young on young D, Rivera's Washington in 1st, relevant
The good news for Washington is that its young, Chase Young-led defense is terrific, propelling a four-game winning streak that has put head coach Ron Rivera’s team alone in first...DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Picks off Big Ben to seal upset Bostic had a team-high 10 tackles (four solo) and an interception in Monday's 23-17 win over the Steelers.
Impact Bostic racked up his highest tackle total since posting a season-high 14 against the Ravens back in Week 4, and he sealed Washington's upset of the previously undefeated Steelers with a late interception. The veteran linebacker bounced around the league earlier in his career but has settled in nicely with Washington, as he needs just 14 more tackles to reach 100 for a second consecutive season.
DECEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
PowerPoint: On 3-game run, Washington's Rivera eyes humility
Coach Ron Rivera wants to make sure his suddenly surging Washington team gets a good dose of humility coming off its biggest win of the seasonDECEMBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Alex Smith, defense help Washington defeat Steelers 23-17
Alex Smith has led Washington past previously unbeaten Pittsburgh 23-17 in the latest remarkable development of his oh-so-remarkable comebackDECEMBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Can't-Miss Play: Montez Sweat's tip ends in clutch INT by Jon Bostic Washington Football Team defensive end Montez Sweat's tip ends in clutch INT by linebacker Jon Bostic.
DECEMBER 8, 2020 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Surprise! Washington ends Pittsburgh's perfect season 23-17
The Pittsburgh Steelers' run at perfection is overDECEMBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Can't-Miss Play: Montez Sweat's tip ends in clutch INT by Jon Bostic Washington Football Team defensive end Montez Sweat's tip ends in clutch INT by linebacker Jon Bostic.
DECEMBER 8, 2020 • NFL.COM
Bengals' Tee Higgins fined $9,291 for dunk - 77 percent of Bostic's fine for Dalton hit Known in high school for his ability to dunk a basketball, Tee Higgins' dunk on Sunday against the Steelers drew a fine of more than $9K.
NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • CINCINNATI.COM
Cowboys QB Dalton returns from concussion, COVID-19 setbacks
Dallas quarterback Andy Dalton has been cleared for practice after getting through the protocols for a concussion and COVID-19NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Washington turns to third starting QB still in race at 2-6
Washington will start its third quarterback in nine games this season when Alex Smith goes Sunday at the Detroit LionsNOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cowboys' Andy Dalton placed on reserve COVID-19 list
The Dallas Cowboys have placed quarterback Andy Dalton on the reserve COVID-19 list on Tuesday, keeping him out a second straight game after he was sidelined by a concussionNOVEMBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Column: Broncos, Saints both defend teammate, unlike Cowboys
Both the Denver Broncos and New Orleans Saints came to the defense of a teammate Sunday, a week after the Dallas Cowboys' lack of reaction to a dirty hit on their quarterback drew...NOVEMBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cowboys QB Dalton out vs Eagles, rookie set for 1st start
The Dallas Cowboys have declared quarterback Andy Dalton out for their game in Philadelphia because of a concussion, clearing the way for rookie Ben DiNucci’s first startOCTOBER 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Washington’s Jon Bostic fined $12,000 for hit to Cowboys quarterback Andy Dalton’s head Washington linebacker Jon Bostic was ejected for targeting in Sunday's win over the Dallas Cowboys.
OCTOBER 31, 2020 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Report: Washington’s Jon Bostic won’t be suspended for hit on Andy Dalton - The Boston Globe He may still face a significant fine for his shoulder hit to the head that knocked the Cowboys QB out of the game with a concussion.
OCTOBER 26, 2020 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Cowboys question their own fight in rapidly spiraling season
The Dallas Cowboys are admitting they're not showing enough fight as coach Mike McCarthy's first season slips awayOCTOBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Likely will avoid suspension Bostic won't be suspended for his hit on Cowboys quarterback Andy Dalton (concussion) during Sunday's win, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Dalton had given himself up and was sliding to the ground when Bostic lowered his shoulder and administered a violent hit on the quarterback's head, forcing him to leave the game and enter concussion protocol. Bostic was ejected for his actions, but it appears the league won't hand him any further discipline. A hefty fine could still be on the docket, but Bostic should remain in his starting middle linebacker role when Washington resumes play Week 9 against the Giants.
OCTOBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
