Head coach Ron Rivera and defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio tried to be creative (some may say TOO creative), with what strengths they had on defense during the 2022 season. All the talk heading into last year was revolving around the Buffalo Nickel, however the 5-man defensive front held plenty of attention once games began.
This year the Commanders will play 10 games against teams who were in the top half of the NFL in 2021 in total rushing attempts - highlighted by the Titans (1st), Eagles x2 (2nd), Colts and 49ers (tied for 5th) and the Browns (9th).