Matt Gay Downgraded to Out for Week 8 with Back Injury

Washington Commanders kicker Matt Gay has been downgraded to out for tonight's Week 8 game against the Chiefs due to a back injury. Gay was added to the injury report on Saturday, and it remains unclear if he will miss additional time beyond this game. Matthew Wright is slated to handle kicking duties for Washington in Kansas City tonight in Gay's absence, stepping in to cover the role while Gay recovers from his ailment.