Dan Quinn speaks to the media before practice
Dan Quinn spoke to reporters before today’s practice and talked about Jonathan Allen’s 21-day practice window opening. The former Pro Bowl DT had surgery for a torn pec in October, but has been meeting all the markers to return earlier than expected. Quinn said he’s built different.
The other big news from today’s presser was that both of Washington’s kickers won’t be at practice today. Zane Gonzalez and Greg Joseph are both expecting the birth of a child. Gonzalez was inactive last week after appearing on the injury report with a left foot injury. Joseph was signed to the practice squad to kick against the Saints and he went 2 for 3, missing a 54-yarder. Quinn said on Monday that Gonzalez would be the team’s kicker if he’s healthy.
Dan Quinn
LIVE: HC Dan Quinn speaks to the media before practice https://t.co/1hcBG94IRn
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 18, 2024
Jonathan Allen returning from pec injury:
Dan Quinn on opening the 21-day practice window for DT Jonathan Allen. pic.twitter.com/EasxHQIbHQ
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) December 18, 2024
Dan Quinn on opening the 21-day window for Jon Allen: “He’s really worked hard to get ready. We’ll just really take it as we’re going, but he’ll be back with the team today.”
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) December 18, 2024
Dan Quinn said of Jon Allen and opening the 21-day window: “He’s really worked hard to get ready into this space.” Called it “remarkable” and said they’ll see how it goes through practices before deciding when to activate.
— John Keim (@john_keim) December 18, 2024
Quinn said post surgery was when it started to become a possibility for Allen to get back. Didn’t look like someone who had just had surgery
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) December 18, 2024
Coach Dan Quinn on the potential return of DT Jon Allen (pec): “He’s built different for sure.” pic.twitter.com/NDgoVny2ja
— Sam Fortier (@Sam4TR) December 18, 2024
Jayden Daniels’ sliding:
Dan Quinn got jokes today – asked about Jayden Daniels’ progress throughout the year, he says, “sliding….Remember when that was a big topic Week 1?” Very funny.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) December 18, 2024
Adversity in practice:
Injuries are beginning to pile up for the Washington Commanders.
Today, I asked head coach Dan Quinn on what’s impressed him about the depth of his football team.
DQ proceeds to give a terrific two minute answer.
Give it a watch ⬇️⬇️⬇️ pic.twitter.com/LoydO4eKW1
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) December 18, 2024
Dan Quinn said that sometimes in practice they’ll remove a key starter — LB Bobby Wagner, S Jeremy Chinn etc — during situational work so teammates have to get used to adversity during a game.
— John Keim (@john_keim) December 18, 2024
Saquon Barkley:
Quinn on Saquon Barkley: “He’s at his best in the end of games. We have to make sure the fit & tackling on the 5th run is the same as on the 25th. They’re exceptional at staying at it. It takes a lot of discipline & work to do it over and over again. It just takes the 1 [play].”
— John Keim (@john_keim) December 18, 2024
Kicker news:
Dan Quinn says both Washington kickers are out today – “hoping for exciting family news.” That’s crazy. Both have very pregnant wives.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) December 18, 2024
Both of Washington’s kickers, Zane Gonzalez and Greg Joseph, are out today for “some exciting personal news for their families,” Coach Dan Quinn said. Both.
“DNP-pending kiddos.”
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) December 18, 2024
League feedback on clock stoppage in New Orleans:
I asked Dan Quinn if he’s heard from the league about the BS clock stoppage in New Orleans.
“No.”
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) December 18, 2024
Jayden Daniels
LIVE: Birthday boy Jayden Daniels speaks to the media after practice https://t.co/l6v1l0oMLJ
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 18, 2024
Birthday boy:
SURPRISE!!!!!!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/4d55RImM11
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 18, 2024
It’s Jayden Daniels’ birthday. So Mike Sainristil brought him a cake as @CharlieMule_PR watches on in an outfit after losing a bet (Mets fan; JD is a Dodgers fan): pic.twitter.com/Puc0H121S1
— John Keim (@john_keim) December 18, 2024
Would Jayden have needed to wear this ridiculous getup if his hometown Dodgers lost to the Mets?
“Guess we’ll never know.” https://t.co/PsAQaMR6s9 pic.twitter.com/Vi4ji8r4ho
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) December 18, 2024
Mike Sainristil singing Happy Birthday to Jayden Daniels and bringing him cake to start his presser…..
Golden.
Oh excuse me it was Sainristil singing “Happy Birthday to the best rookie quarterback in America” that was golden.
— CWallSports (@cwallse) December 18, 2024
Growing every game:
Jayden Daniels addressing the media. Said he’s grown each game this season. He’s always trying to find little ways to get better.
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) December 18, 2024
Focusing on the next game:
#Commanders QB Jayden Daniels has been a good, hot topic in his rookie season. I am asked him today, his birthday, how he’s staying focused and just overall how is he doing…… pic.twitter.com/OT8wGjh9h7
— CWallSports (@cwallse) December 19, 2024
Pepsi Rookie of the Week awards:
To the people who have kept voting him as the Pepsi Rookie of the Week, Daniels said he appreciates the love from “the best fans in America.”
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) December 18, 2024
Run game struggles vs the Saints:
Jayden Daniels on why the run game struggled in New Orleans and Sunday’s rematch with the Eagles pic.twitter.com/lK11DlhQXE
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) December 18, 2024
Brian Robinson Jr
Eagles rivalry:
Huge game on Sunday at Northwest Stadium.
The Commanders hosting Philly.
Washington RB Brian Robinson Jr. said, “they want to beat us. We need to beat them. It’s fun to be able to have these moments to play in these games.” pic.twitter.com/Ezubv5Lq5J
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) December 18, 2024
Andrew Wylie
Eagles defensive line:
Bring on the Eagles.
Controlling the line of scrimmage will be key for the Commanders offensive/defensive lines.
Why is the Philly front to tough to play against?
Andrew Wylie said, “they fly around and play well together as a unit. They are able to do some good things.” pic.twitter.com/S13xAqt0F0
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) December 18, 2024
Jonathan Allen
December football:
Washington Commanders DT Jon Allen is having a busy day back.
“Whenever you have a chance to play meaningful December football, it’s awesome. Can’t wait to get back out there and help the guys.” pic.twitter.com/zgkczJ7JQI
— Sam Fortier (@Sam4TR) December 18, 2024
Great to chat with Commanders DT Jonathan Allen again.
It’s looking like he will play before the season is over.
JA said, “it’s about going out there and feeling comfortable. Today was a really good first day for me…can’t wait to get out there and help the guys.” pic.twitter.com/bF5rMIUF57
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) December 18, 2024
Jer’Zhan Newton
Rookie dinner tab:
Looks like Johnny Newton & the other rookies payed for dinner tonight for the #Commanders
(via:94yne on IG) pic.twitter.com/k750iyOifv
— brandon (@JayDanielsMVP) December 17, 2024
— brandon (@JayDanielsMVP) December 17, 2024
On Monday night, Commanders DT Johnny Newton had to open up his wallet.
Rookie dinner…taking his DLine teammates out to dinner.
The final bill = $9,547.54
Johnny told me, “everybody has to pay their dues, man. I’ve seen ten times worse…they took it light on me.” pic.twitter.com/43Gvb22Qz5
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) December 18, 2024
Frankie Luvu
Eagles rematch:
The NFC East Division can be won on Sunday in Landover, MD.
An Eagles win and they clinch the division title.
Commanders LB Frankie Luvu said, “it’s going to come down to physicality and heart…who wants it more? It’s going to be a dog fight, but we’re going to get it done.” pic.twitter.com/e02PJRrbRR
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) December 18, 2024
Mike Sainristil
Jayden Daniels’ birthday:
Commanders rookie CB Mike Sainristil showed off his singing voice today.
Mike presented a cake and sang Happy Birthday to Jayden Daniels before his press conference.
Mike said, “I kind of put my own twist on it today. It’s been a long week of preparation for the surprise.” pic.twitter.com/nqNCfbNwtp
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) December 18, 2024
Jeremy Reaves
Playoff push:
Meaningful football in December.
The Commanders are making that playoff push.@JR1ERA told me, “the stakes are higher. You’re playing to keep playing. You’re earning the right to keep going to the dance…everything is higher because it means more.” pic.twitter.com/VoV1I2dZM4
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) December 18, 2024