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Head Coach Ron Rivera spoke to the media after the game. Presented by Finch Services, Inc.
Posted by Washington Football Team on Sunday, November 8, 2020
Kyle Allen:
Head coach Ron Rivera said that QB Kyle Allen dislocated his ankle, but he does not have any other details to provide. He needs to talk to head athletic trainer Ryan Vermillion.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) November 8, 2020
Ron Rivera on Kyle Allen injury:
— michael phillips (@michaelpRTD) November 8, 2020
"I don't think it was a dirty play. I think it was a guy trying to make a play. Peppers is a heck of a football player - he goes 100 miles an hour."
Tale of two halves:
Rivera said he was very pessimistic from the first half and very pleased in the second half. They're going to learn from it, though, he said, and the second half showed what the team can be.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Alex Smith:
Rivera said he was "very pleased" with Alex Smith. Said it was unfortunate with the turnovers, but there will be times when Smith tries to make a play and it works.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) November 8, 2020
Ron on WFT's QB situation: "Alex will start and Dwayne will be the backup moving forward"
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) November 8, 2020
Protecting the QB:
Rivera said the team was able to protect Smith better today.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Offensive players stepped up:
Rivera said there were several offensive players who played well today. They stepped up and gave the team a chance to win the game.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Fans in the stands:
Rivera said it was nice to have the fans back in the stands. It's nice to know that they're there, he said, win or lose.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Gap control:
Rivera said there were some issues with gap control, which led to the Giants rushing for 165 yards.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
NFC East:
Ron Rivera: "We got a few more games going forward that we got to play and see exactly where we are as thing unfolds. ... The division is still up for grabs and we'll see what happens."
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) November 8, 2020
Morgan Moses:
Rivera said it was "awesome" for Morgan Moses to step up and challenge his teammates today.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Jon Bostic spoke to the media after the game. USAA | #WashingtonFootball
Posted by Washington Football Team on Sunday, November 8, 2020
Jon Bostic
Run defense:
Jon Bostic is addressing the media. He said he tips his hat to the Giants for making plays in the run game, but it's on him and his teammates to play better.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Slow start:
Bostic said the defense didn't start fast, and the unit has to put together a full 60 minutes.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Alex Smith:
Bostic said Smith was getting back to his old self. He had the two INTs, but he'll have a full week to prepare as the starter.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Terry McLaurin spoke to the media after the game USAA | #WashingtonFootball
Posted by Washington Football Team on Sunday, November 8, 2020
Terry McLaurin
Alex Smith:
Terry McLaurin: "Alex is a pro. He gave us a chance to win. ... He moved the ball well."
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) November 8, 2020
Terry McLaurin is addressing the media. He said Alex Smith gave the team a chance to win. He moved the ball well, and he told the QB after the game he was looking forward to having a full week of practice with him.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Touchdown:
McLaurin said his TD was a play the team has been practicing since Day 1. He didn't expect to break free when he caught the ball, but he credited the rest of the receivers for fighting to get him open space downfield.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Receivers:
McLaurin said he was pleased with the receiving corps today. There were several players who made an impact, and the group is only going to grow from here.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Cam Sims:
McLaurin said it's hard to find an area where Cam Sims hasn't improved. He's willing to do the dirty work, McLaurin said, and has played well since training camp.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Fans in the stadium:
McLaurin said seeing fans in the stadium put a smile on his face. The team just wants to keep working hard so the fans can keep supporting them.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Playing with different QBs:
McLaurin has had multiple QBs in his two-year career. It's a little bit of adversity, he said, but it's also not an excuse for him to keep pushing himself to be the best receiver he can be for whoever is lining up under center.
— Zach Selby (@ZachDSelby) November 8, 2020
Cam Sims spoke to the media after the game. USAA | #WashingtonFootball
Posted by Washington Football Team on Sunday, November 8, 2020
Cam Sims
Confidence:
Cam Sims is talking to the media. Said his confidence has continued to grow, and it paid off with a huge performance today.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) November 8, 2020
Cam Sims on where he's better: "My confidence level... The QBs trust me. All the QBs trust me now. That's it. The confidence level and the trust from the QBs."
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 8, 2020
Opportunities:
Sims said his dad tells him to "just be prepared for any situation." He's received many opportunities the past few games and took advantage.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) November 8, 2020
Jimmy Moreland spoke to the media after the game. USAA | #WashingtonFootball
Posted by Washington Football Team on Sunday, November 8, 2020
Jimmy Moreland
Totally different team:
Despite being 2-6, Jimmy Moreland believes this is a "totally different team" than last year. Said they're totally bought in. Just committed too many mistakes today.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) November 8, 2020
Alex Smith spoke to the media after the game USAA | #WashingtonFootball
Posted by Washington Football Team on Sunday, November 8, 2020
Alex Smith
Watching Kyle Allen get injured:
Alex Smith said he had a "ton of emotions" seeing Kyle Allen carted off. "I knew it was pretty serious," he said. "You see them bring out the aircast and the cart. I know that routine pretty well."
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) November 8, 2020
Playing his second game of the season:
Alex Smith says he wasn't thinking about his leg this time around. "No question, I really felt good."
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) November 8, 2020
Alex Smith is speaking to the media now. Said he felt "a lot different" than when he replaced Allen during the Rams game in Week 5. Said like he's gotten in a lot of work over these past few weeks and has felt better and better.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) November 8, 2020
Interceptions:
Smith says the second interception is "the one that really hurts." He said he tried to make a play but threw it late, which resulted in the game-ending interception.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) November 8, 2020
"You can't throw it late over the middle. That's football 101."
Taking hits:
Smith said that getting hit was a big part of feeling more comfortable after the Rams game. With that part of his comeback out of the way, he could fully focus on getting back to where he was.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) November 8, 2020
1st TD in 2 years:
Alex Smith on throwing his first TD pass in 728 days: "It always feels good throwing a touchdown." He seemed happier that it was a quick strike that pulled Washington within 23-20.
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) November 8, 2020
Terry McLaurin:
Alex Smith on WR Terry McLaurin: "His willingness and competitiveness,, certainly combined with his talents, make him tough to deal with on Sundays."
— Kyle Stackpole (@kylefstackpole) November 8, 2020