"Quinn was immensely frustrated after the game. He knew the Commanders had several chances to put the result out of sight, but they shot themselves in the foot almost constantly. He can change the scheme or take over the defensive play-calling, but he cannot address the individual errors that are holding this team back. Missed red-zone opportunities, wayward field goals, and sloppy execution in key moments caused Washington's demise."
"This was a game the Commanders lost, not one Miami won. Marcus Mariota's interception on the first play of overtime represented a microcosm of how things have unfolded for Quinn's squad in 2025. The Commanders are 3-8. They are staring a potential top-five draft pick in the face, and there will be some difficult upcoming choices to make during Washington's extended period of rest."
"With Pro Bowl defensive tackle Daron Payne suspended for punching Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, the Washington Commanders provided Johnny Newton with a chance to start. The former Illinois standout had been waiting a long time for this moment, but it ended up being an underwhelming day at the office. Newton doesn't have the size or strength to be impactful against the run. He flashes as a pass-rusher, but the consistency just isn't where it needs to be."
Dan Quinn made significant changes during the week, but Washington's recurring issues produced a lopsided loss to Miami. The team repeatedly committed costly mistakes, including missed red-zone chances, wayward field goals, and sloppy execution in critical moments. Marcus Mariota's overtime interception served as a representative example of season-long self-inflicted setbacks. The Commanders now sit at 3-8 and may secure a top-five draft pick, prompting difficult decisions during the extended bye. Individual performances were inconsistent, with Johnny Newton showing pass-rush flashes but lacking size and reliability against the run. Players continue to compete while fan attention shifts to offseason changes.
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