"Defensively, it was a mess. Veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota tried valiantly to turn the tide, but it wasn't enough. The Falcons got whatever they wanted after being shut out by the Carolina Panthers in Week 3. Washington came into the game under-strength, but they had more than enough to get the job done. Commanders kicker Matt Gay answered his critics in Week 4."
"It's been an up-and-down start to life in Washington for Gay. The lack of accuracy from distance is worrisome. This played a leading role in the Indianapolis Colts going in a different direction. The same problems were recurring in a different environment, which led some fans to call for a change. Quinn threw his support behind Gay in front of the media last week. The Commanders gave him the most guaranteed money a kicker has ever received on a one-year deal."
Washington produced a poor performance in Week 4, hampered by injuries and defensive breakdowns that left the team never truly in the game. Marcus Mariota attempted to spark a comeback but could not stop the Falcons from controlling the contest. Special teams provided one bright spot as kicker Matt Gay converted all extra points, handled kickoff duties, and made a 52-yard field goal. Gay's successful outing followed a shaky start in Washington and criticism over long-range accuracy. Head coach Dan Quinn publicly supported Gay and the team's investment in him was rewarded by his Week 4 reliability.
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