"The injuries didn't help. The offense's predicatability was a problem. But the Commanders' horrendously inept defense constantly held Washington back. Head coach Dan Quinn recognized this early on. Taking over defensive play-calling duties did not bring the desired improvements, but replacing Joe Whitt Jr. with new coordinator Daronte Jones might. He's got the concepts and the experience to get the most out of his players."
"Washington is expected to be aggressive in free agency. They could also use the No. 7 overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft on a defensive difference-maker. Peters knows the time to strike is now, and countless veterans will be seeking alternative employment along the way. One example made it painfully clear he doesn't belong in Washington. Because even with so many injuries to the defensive front, Jalyn Holmes just could not seem to firmly establish himself."
Washington's 2025 season collapsed due to a consistently ineffective defense that undermined an otherwise hopeful campaign. Injuries and an overly predictable offense contributed, but defensive performance remained the primary issue. Head coach Dan Quinn assumed defensive play-calling without producing improvement and replaced Joe Whitt Jr. with Daronte Jones, who brings concepts and experience. General manager Adam Peters must revamp personnel, targeting youth and explosiveness on the front seven through aggressive free agency and using the No. 7 overall 2026 pick on a defensive difference-maker. Jalyn Holmes proved inconsistent, is over 30, and should not be retained.
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