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Ron Rivera answered questions from the media on Victory Monday. He watched the tape from the Washington Commanders 20-16 win over the Arizona Cardinals and he said there’s a lot of good and bad, and the team knows where they need to improve. Sam Howell was sacked 6 times, and Rivera said that was a combination of Howell holding the ball too long and the offensive line allowing pressure.
Jartavius “Quan” Martin was evaluated for a concussion during the game, and is now in the NFL’s concussion protocol. Martin was a second round pick this year, but he has not stood out since being drafted. Quan was being trained in multiple positions, but looks like he’ll need to some time before he’s NFL ready.
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Quan Martin concussion:
LIVE: Coach Rivera speaks to the media on Victory Monday https://t.co/jRrT7sZ2bC
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Reviewing the tape:
After watching the tape, Rivera saw some good, some not as great from Howell. Some throws were impressive, others he held too long or moved on before they could have been big plays
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) September 11, 2023
6 sacks:
Asked about the six sacks, Rivera said there was a "mix" of them being on Sam Howell and the offensive line: "It's a combination of things."
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) September 11, 2023
On the six sacks, Rivera said a "mix" of Sam Howell holding the ball and the offensive line's miscues led to some issues.
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) September 11, 2023
Sam Howell:
Rivera said Howell is a tough young man and took a couple hit that he didn't need to on Sunday. Needs to learn how to protect himself better at times
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) September 11, 2023
Here's a Sam Howell 1Q pass from two angles. Shows his progression. Also, an example of, as Rivera said broadly, Howell jumping "off of one read maybe a little too quick."
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) September 11, 2023
On 2nd angle, note Dyami down the left sideline. Howell then moved to a covered 17. Then hits Dotson. pic.twitter.com/UuN415ya3n
Defensive line:
Rivera: the defensive line really controlled the pace at times
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) September 11, 2023
James Smith-Williams:
Rivera had some high praise for James Smith-Williams. Managed to contain the QB and set the edge very well
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) September 11, 2023
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