The Washington Commanders' defense aims to improve significantly this offseason as Coach Dan Quinn emphasizes a strong defensive strategy. Training camp performances reveal both veterans and newcomers excelling, especially in the secondary, which had struggled in previous seasons. New free-agent signing Jonathan Jones enhances the cornerback roster. Notable rookies and second-year players are demonstrating potential, with interceptions recorded during drills. The coaching staff is focusing on building an aggressive, productive defense, hoping for a shift in the team's success against rivals like the Philadelphia Eagles.
Veterans and youngsters alike have been drawing praise from the coaches and the media in attendance. Some were here last season. Others are new. But they all seem to be hitting it hard right from the start of camp.
The secondary, which struggled mightily throughout Ron Rivera's final three years, seems to be on the verge of total reinvention. Both Mike Sainristil and Tyler Owens snagged interceptions during 11-on-11 drills, as did rookie Trey Amos, on Day 3 of camp.
Jonathan Jones may end up as the fourth corner after Marshon Lattimore, Amos, and Sainsristil. He already looks like an upgrade over many of the players who started for the Commanders over the past few seasons.
Joe Whitt Jr. did a sensational job with the Dallas Cowboys' secondary coaching under Quinn. Now, he appears to be instilling the same aggressive, ball-hawking style of play in Washington's gifted secondary defenders.
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