A lot can happen in one year, just ask the Washington Commanders. This time last year, the Commanders were making a magical run to the NFC Championship. This year, the team is watching the postseason from the couch.

The Washington Commanders suffered injuries and struggled with uninspired coaching decisions throughout 2025, ultimately leading to a literal rev

Washington acquired Tunsil to protect Jayden Daniels' blind side, and the Commanders reaped the benefits. It didn't matter who lined up under center; Tunsil made sure that the left side was locked down, allowing just one sack all season. He allowed a pressure rate of about 3.1% and is ranked among the most efficient pass blockers in the league.

Whitt had been with Quinn for six seasons with three different teams. But repeated missed assignments led a defense that finished middle of the pack in 2024 to crater in 2025, ranking last in yards allowed and 27th in points, multiple players and coaches said.

Mike McDaniel's release from Miami offers Dan Quinn a rare chance to hire a brilliant play-caller who can "raise the floor" for Jayden Daniels.