Chig Okonkwo
#85 · TE · Washington Commanders
Recent Form & Trends
Top 5 stats — last-10-game averages, how often they beat the line, the direction they're trending, and how this year stacks up against seasons past.
Receiving Yards
Line 37.5
2026
37.5
Long Reception
Line 18
2026
18
Receptions
Line 4
2026
3.8
Yards Per Reception
Line 9
2026
8.8
Receiving Targets
Line 5
2026
5
Last 10 Games
| Game | Opp | Receiving Yards | Long Reception | Receptions | Yards Per Reception | Receiving Targets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20L | @ SF | 69 | 29 | 7 | 9.9 | 7 |
| Oct 11T | vs NYG | 60 | 25 | 4 | 15 | 6 |
| Oct 04L | vs IND | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2.5 | 4 |
| Sep 13L | @ PHI | 16 | 15 | 2 | 8 | 3 |
Green = beat the listed line that game. Information only — no predictions or recommendations.
Situational SplitsReal · ESPN
How this player performs by situation this season — home vs road, conference matchups and on rest.
| Split | REC | YDS | AVG | TD | LNG | CAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | 6 | 65 | 10.8 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
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Receiving Yards
opened at 52.5
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Injury & Status History
A running log of this player's status changes — each entry links to the original source.
Chig Okonkwo — Active
The athletic tight end set the pace for the Commanders in receptions and receiving yards while also sharing the team lead in targets. It was Okonkwo's most productive performance yet over his brief four-game Commanders tenure, and the Maryland product looks like he's hitting his stride after missing Weeks 2 and 3 due to a hamstring injury. Okonkwo will head into a Week 7 bye with a combined 11-129-0 line on 13 targets over the last two games before returning to action at home against the Eagles on Sunday night, Nov. 1.
Chig Okonkwo — Active
Okonkwo had his most productive day of the year, finishing tied for the team lead in receptions with wide receiver Terry McLaurin, while his six targets led the way for Washington. The tight end now has caught eight of 13 targets for 81 yards over three contests this season, and he'll look to continue building chemistry with starting quarterback Jayden Daniels moving forward.
Chig Okonkwo — Active
Okonkwo logged a full practice Friday, which was enough for the fifth-year tight end to avoid an injury tag for Sunday's NFC East showdown. Veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 5, while Terry McLaurin (hamstring) is listed as questionable, so Okonkwo's scoring floor will be further heightened if McLaurin is unable to suit up, especially with QB Jayden Daniels (left elbow) back under center.
Chig Okonkwo — Questionable
Okonkwo is one of three prominent pass catchers dealing with hamstring injuries for the Commanders, along with wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Stefon Diggs. While McLaurin and Diggs have both been unable to practice in any capacity this week, Okonkwo has put forth two limited sessions to begin Week 5 prep ahead of Sunday's game against the NFC East rival Giants.
Chig Okonkwo — Questionable
In two games this season, Okonkwo has four catches for 21 yards on seven targets. He's not a recommended fantasy starter at tight end until he shows more upside or a stable floor in the box score.
Chig Okonkwo — Active
Returning from a two-game absence due to a hamstring suffered in Week 1, Okonkwo logged 37 of 64 offensive snaps and ran 25 routes on 41 dropbacks. He remains firmly atop the depth chart at tight end in Washington, but it hasn't resulted in much fantasy production to date.
Chig Okonkwo — Active
The tight end was injured in the Commanders' Week 1 loss to the Eagles and missed the last two games. If Terry McLaurin (hamstring) is unable to play through a questionable tag against Indy, it will open up more targets for ancillary parts like Okonkwo, but he's likely little more than a touchdown-or-bust fantasy bet.
Chig Okonkwo — Active
Okonkwo was estimated to be a limited participant at Wednesday's walkthrough, and his status remained unchanged the following day. The offseason acquisition hurt his hamstring in his Commanders debut and hasn't suited up since, but Okonkwo has a chance to return for Sunday's game against the Colts in London. Once cleared for action, Okonkwo figures to reclaim his spot atop the tight end depth chart.
Chig Okonkwo — Questionable
The veteran traveled with the team to London but still has some hurdles to clear before he returns to the field. Okonkwo has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since the season opener. It's worth noting that Wednesday's practice was a walkthrough, so this report was only an estimation. Thursday's session will shed more light on Okonkwo's status heading into the Week 4 matchup against the Colts. Fellow tight end Ben Sinnott was also estimated as limited due to a rib injury.
News & Status Timeline
Chig Okonkwo — Active
The athletic tight end set the pace for the Commanders in receptions and receiving yards while also sharing the team lead in targets. It was Okonkwo's most productive performance yet over his brief four-game Commanders tenure, and the Maryland product looks like he's hitting his stride after missing Weeks 2 and 3 due to a hamstring injury. Okonkwo will head into a Week 7 bye with a combined 11-129-0 line on 13 targets over the last two games before returning to action at home against the Eagles on Sunday night, Nov. 1.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Chig Okonkwo — Active
Okonkwo had his most productive day of the year, finishing tied for the team lead in receptions with wide receiver Terry McLaurin, while his six targets led the way for Washington. The tight end now has caught eight of 13 targets for 81 yards over three contests this season, and he'll look to continue building chemistry with starting quarterback Jayden Daniels moving forward.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Chig Okonkwo — Active
Okonkwo logged a full practice Friday, which was enough for the fifth-year tight end to avoid an injury tag for Sunday's NFC East showdown. Veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 5, while Terry McLaurin (hamstring) is listed as questionable, so Okonkwo's scoring floor will be further heightened if McLaurin is unable to suit up, especially with QB Jayden Daniels (left elbow) back under center.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Chig Okonkwo — Active
Chig Okonkwo listed Active.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Chig Okonkwo — Questionable
Okonkwo is one of three prominent pass catchers dealing with hamstring injuries for the Commanders, along with wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Stefon Diggs. While McLaurin and Diggs have both been unable to practice in any capacity this week, Okonkwo has put forth two limited sessions to begin Week 5 prep ahead of Sunday's game against the NFC East rival Giants.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Chig Okonkwo — Questionable
In two games this season, Okonkwo has four catches for 21 yards on seven targets. He's not a recommended fantasy starter at tight end until he shows more upside or a stable floor in the box score.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Chig Okonkwo — Questionable
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ESPN Injury Report ↗Chig Okonkwo — Active
Returning from a two-game absence due to a hamstring suffered in Week 1, Okonkwo logged 37 of 64 offensive snaps and ran 25 routes on 41 dropbacks. He remains firmly atop the depth chart at tight end in Washington, but it hasn't resulted in much fantasy production to date.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Chig Okonkwo — Active
The tight end was injured in the Commanders' Week 1 loss to the Eagles and missed the last two games. If Terry McLaurin (hamstring) is unable to play through a questionable tag against Indy, it will open up more targets for ancillary parts like Okonkwo, but he's likely little more than a touchdown-or-bust fantasy bet.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Chig Okonkwo — Active
Okonkwo was estimated to be a limited participant at Wednesday's walkthrough, and his status remained unchanged the following day. The offseason acquisition hurt his hamstring in his Commanders debut and hasn't suited up since, but Okonkwo has a chance to return for Sunday's game against the Colts in London. Once cleared for action, Okonkwo figures to reclaim his spot atop the tight end depth chart.
ESPN Injury Report ↗Chig Okonkwo — Questionable
The veteran traveled with the team to London but still has some hurdles to clear before he returns to the field. Okonkwo has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since the season opener. It's worth noting that Wednesday's practice was a walkthrough, so this report was only an estimation. Thursday's session will shed more light on Okonkwo's status heading into the Week 4 matchup against the Colts. Fellow tight end Ben Sinnott was also estimated as limited due to a rib injury.
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