Man, did you see our boys in Week 3? Washington Commanders wide receiver Stefon Diggs, a guy who usually lights it up, managed only 33 receiving yards on four receptions against our Seattle Seahawks. And here’s the kicker: his modest touchdown streak, which had seen him score three times in his first two outings, got absolutely shut down by our defense!
Shutting Down a Star
Diggs was targeted seven times in that Commanders game, but our boys in green and blue held him in check. He’s had at least four receptions in every game so far this season, which usually means he’s getting into a rhythm, but not against the Emerald City squad. We put the clamps on him, denying him that trip to the end zone he’d become accustomed to in the early weeks. That’s a huge win for our secondary and D-line, making a statement early in the season!
The Impact, Even in a Tough Loss
Look, the final score was a gut punch, with the Commanders edging us out 33-31. Yeah, it stings. But you gotta look at the small victories, right? Holding a guy like Diggs, who’s still considered a solid WR3 or flex play in most fantasy leagues, to zero touchdowns? That’s a statement from our defense. It shows we can step up against top talent. It was a tough road loss, but that defensive stand against one of the league’s big names is something to chew on as we move forward.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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