Something’s happening with these Commanders. And for a refreshing change, it might not be bad.
And the crazier part is that something good actually did.
It’s too soon to announce the Commanders’ arrival as a contender. It has been a dozen years since they started 2-0, but that’s more sad than buzzworthy. The good vibes are undeniable, though, and these feelings transcend whether they make the playoffs this season. The energy now tilts toward expectation, not apprehension. You cannot be certain what the Josh Harris group will build, but you’re not automatically guarding against incompetence — or worse.
Something is happening in Washington. Something good. It’s not about how well the Commanders are playing. In two games, they have needed second-half rallies to squeak past the Arizona Cardinals, who might end up in the running for the No. 1 overall pick, and the Broncos, who went 5-12 last season. What’s more striking is the spirit within the team and around it.The Commanders are no longer trying to overcome themselves. They have the freedom to become themselves.
After that preseason incident, Rivera apologized quickly. Bieniemy handled it like a professional. The story lasted a couple of days, and the focus turned back to football, not the soap opera.In the second half Sunday, you saw the potential of Bieniemy’s offense against a good Broncos defense. It is not a facsimile of the Kansas City Chiefs system that he used to operate. Sam Howell, in his first year as the starting quarterback, is showing tremendous growth. Brian Robinson Jr.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
NFL live updates: Washington Commanders vs. Denver BroncosThe undefeated Commanders travel to Denver to face the 0-1 Broncos, who lost a close one to the Raiders in their season opener.
Read more »
Washington Commanders vs. Denver Broncos FREE LIVE STREAM (9/17/23): Watch NFL Week 2 onlineThe Washington Commanders, led by quarterback Sam Howell, meet the Denver Broncos in Week 2 of the NFL season on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023.
Read more »
Broncos vs. Commanders: Live updates and highlights from the NFL Week 2 gameLive updates, tweets, photos, analysis and more from the Denver Broncos’ NFL Week 2 game against the Washington Commanders at Empower Field at Mile High on Sept. 17, 2023.
Read more »
Jonathan Allen has goal for Commanders’ Alabama tacklesThe former Crimson Tide All-American wants to reach double-digit sacks with Daron Payne.
Read more »
NFL live updates: Broncos lead Commanders, 7-0, in first quarterThe undefeated Commanders travel to Denver to face the 0-1 Broncos, who lost a close one to the Raiders in their season opener.
Read more »