Joe Whitt is fully aware of the danger Baker Mayfield presents for the Commanders. This Sunday night in Tampa, the Commanders are going to be challenged by the Bucs offense led by Mayfield. This season, Mayfield passed for 4,500 yards and 41 touchdowns, both career highs. In fact, Mayfield had not even passed for 30 touchdowns prior to this season. Not only does Mayfield pass … [Read more...] about Commanders’ DC Joe Whitt on challenge of facing Baker Mayfield
Four Commanders selected to the NFL All-Pro team
It’s been a while. On Friday, the NFL announced the 2024 All-Pro team, and the Washington Commanders were heavily represented. While no one made first-team All-Pro, four players were selected for the second team. WR Terry McLaurin KR Austin Ekeler LB Frankie Luvu LB Bobby Wagner McLaurin broke a franchise record with 13 touchdown receptions in 2024. He caught 82 passes for … [Read more...] about Four Commanders selected to the NFL All-Pro team
Where does the playoff matchup of Jayden Daniels, Baker Mayfield rank?
The playoffs are upon us, and for the first time since 2020, the Washington Commanders are making an appearance. Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels burst onto the scene this year with fireworks, taking the league by storm and making everyone wonder why Caleb Williams was such a big deal. The way Daniels performed in 2024, the way he led the Commanders and carried the team on his … [Read more...] about Where does the playoff matchup of Jayden Daniels, Baker Mayfield rank?
Stopping Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving is critical for Commanders
A rookie running back has certainly caught Joe Whitt’s watchful eye. The Bucs have a strong passing game with targets like future Hall of Fame WR Mike Evans, WR Jalen McMillan, WR Sterling Shepherd, and TE Cade Otton. The Bucs must also be pleased with how rookie RB Bucky Irving exploded. Irving, taken 125 overall (4th round) out of Oregon, has been nothing short of … [Read more...] about Stopping Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving is critical for Commanders
NFC wild card: 5 Buccaneers to know vs. Commanders
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (10-7) host the Washington Commanders in an NFC wild-card showdown on Sunday Night Football. It’s a rematch from Week 1 when the Bucs deviated the Commanders 37-20 behind four touchdown passes from quarterback Baker Mayfield. Both teams look a lot different compared to 18 weeks ago. Washington offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury played it safe with … [Read more...] about NFC wild card: 5 Buccaneers to know vs. Commanders