The Commanders have committed obvious mistakes, like John Ridgeway's penalty Sunday, but the limited talent at key positions and persistent issues also hold them back.
Against the Vikings, Taylor Heinicke reminded why he’s a talented backup quarterback — a role important for any team to find success — but not consistent enough to get the Commanders out of the realm of mediocrity.His Hail Mary to Curtis Samuel in the third quarter resulted, fortuitously, in a touchdown — with the aid of the back judge, who took out a Vikings safety in coverage.
“Unfortunately, he threw it off his back [leg],” Rivera said. “What you would’ve liked to see [is] him step into the throw as opposed to having his weight back. Because if he steps into it, the ball stays down and comes into Logan. ... He’s leaning back, and that’s why the ball sailed.” Rivera added: “That’s a little indicative of [Heinicke]. I mean, you’re going to get those kinds of shots, and when he makes them, everybody gets excited. We all do. And when he doesn’t, unfortunately this was one of the things that got us.”Over the past two seasons, as Heinicke has started 18 games in place of injured starters — 15 for Ryan Fitzpatrick last season andso far this year — his numbers have been consistent, almost eerily so. He has shown, repeatedly, who he is.
His ball placement, year over year, has produced similar conversion rates, along with his average yardage and touchdown and interception rates. And the Commanders’ offensive performance with him at the helm has been consistent.
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