Commanders Defense Projects To Be Low-End Streaming Option In Week 17
1 day agoThe Washington Commanders defense should be viewed as a desperation streaming option this weekend when they face the Atlanta Falcons. Last weekend, they could not contain Saquon Barkley as he tallied 150 yards and two scores on the ground. This week they have another tough matchup ahead of them facing Bijan Robinson. However, the pass rush led by Dante Fowler Jr. and Frankie Luvu has been very productive, tallying seven sacks over their past two games. Outside of Robinson, they will face a passing attack led by rookie Michael Penix Jr. Penix made his career start last weekend. He was not tasked to do much against a weak Giants team, as he threw for just 202 yards on 27 attempts. However, this weekend, the Falcons may need to push the ball in the air to keep up with a potent Commanders offense. With Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) ruled out, the Commanders secondary will be undermanned, facing Drake London and Darnell Mooney. As a result, this defense carries a decent floor with projected sack production but little upside when facing a tough Atlanta offense.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference