The Commanders just dropped yet another game they absolutely had to win, falling 20-13 to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday at Northwest Stadium. This 2-5-1 record has the season realistically circling the drain, and the frustration in the locker room was palpable after the Week 9 loss.
What Went Wrong: Laterals, Delays, and Blame
Head coach Dan Quinn explained the baffling final play, a lateral, saying it was based on an expected Rams pressure look that never even showed up. Talk about a gut punch. Even worse, a crucial fourth down play was supposed to be called, but it ended in a delay of game penalty. Oof. Quarterback Jayden Daniels immediately took the blame for that one.
The “Literal Must Win” and What’s Next
Daniels, fresh off the loss, didn’t mince words about what’s ahead. He flat out called Thursday’s game against the Giants a “literal must win.” The team has to find a way to execute better, something Daniels specifically pointed to when discussing the issues. The pressure is mounting, and it’s clear the team is feeling it. Quinn, in his presser, also had to address the offensive line’s performance and the mounting frustration within the squad. This team needs a spark, and it needs it fast, with K’Lavon Chaisson and Puka Nacua likely adding to the opposition’s headaches. A loss on Thursday could mean the drain isn’t just circling, it’s already pulling them under.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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