"Although the losses keep piling up, this team clearly hasn't given up. The focus, effort and energy is there; the Commanders just haven't been good enough to win. Coach Dan Quinn, known for his positivity and optimism, has been pushing the team hard in practice. That's gone over well with the players, who haven't checked out despite the team's record. "Record don't matter," cornerback Mike Sainristil insists the record doesn't matter. "We are who we are. We're going to go out there and compete every snap until the very last whistle." That may sound cliché, but the spirit has shown in the team's recently improved play. For those who remain a part of the franchise moving forward, that could go a long way toward avoiding a similar outcome in 2026."
"Terry McLaurin played only 51.1 percent of the Commanders' offensive snaps Sunday - he was on a pitch count in his first game back from injury - but he made his presence felt. His stat line of seven catches for 96 yards and one touchdown was impressive, but his impact ran deeper. Whenever he's on the field, McLaurin naturally becomes the focus for opp"
Washington has lost seven straight games and sits at 3-9, with potential postseason elimination possible this weekend. The team became more competitive in consecutive overtime losses to Miami and Denver and has seen improved health among players. Coach Dan Quinn has pushed the team hard in practice while maintaining positivity, and players have continued to show focus and effort. Cornerback Mike Sainristil stated that the record does not change the team's approach and commitment to compete every snap. Terry McLaurin returned on a pitch count, recording seven catches for 96 yards and one touchdown and drawing defensive attention when on the field.
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