7 Commanders who must go from invisible to unstoppable in Week 3

"Nobody is pressing the panic button within the Washington Commanders. However, their disappointing loss in Week 2, coupled with some extremely concerning injury problems, has brought doubt where once there was nothing but unrivaled optimism. These are problems head coach Dan Quinn must navigate effectively. It's not ideal, especially so early in the season, but having the correct coping mechanisms in place is essential. Anything less comes with grave consequences attached as the team looks to meet some loftier expectations in 2025."

"A massive effort is needed from everybody. This bears more significance for senior players who haven't met their billing as yet. It also applies to some individuals on the fringes who could be tasked with a lot more in the face of Washington's injury crisis. With this in mind, here are seven Commanders players who must go from invisible to unstoppable in Week 3 against the Las Vegas Raiders."

"Rookie right tackle Josh Conerly Jr.'s baptism of fire to begin the campaign has taken the headlines. But the fact that he has gotten almost no help from right guard Nick Allegretti deserves more acknowledgment. Sam Cosmi is still working his way back from a torn ACL. Dan Quinn is encouraged by his progress, but the stud right guard will be out for the next two games, if not more, on the physically unable to perform list. Until then, Allegretti is tasked with filling this gaping void, but he hasn't come close to reaching the same high standards."

The Washington Commanders entered the season with high expectations but now face doubt after a disappointing Week 2 loss and several concerning injuries. Head coach Dan Quinn must manage the team's response and reinforce coping mechanisms to avoid serious consequences as the team aims for loftier 2025 goals. The locker room culture that helped overcome adversity last season will be tested again. Senior players who have underperformed need to step up, and fringe players may be asked to take on greater roles amid the injury crisis. Specific positional struggles, such as right guard production, compound the challenge.

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