Sam Howell Is Upfront About Commanders’ Lack of Targets for Wide Receivers
The Washington Commanders are having trouble understanding the New York Giants.
The Giants defeated the Commanders for the second time this season despite being without their starting two quarterbacks.
That was mostly due to their defensive strategy and how they completely disregarded Sam Howell.
That naturally included wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Jahan Dotson, two players who, by their own standards and expectations, have had a disappointing year.
In response to a query regarding the dearth of targets, Howell said that, despite his desire to involve everyone, he must accept the defense’s offer (via
Even down their main two quarterbacks, the Giants managed to get past the Commanders for the second time this season.
Needless to say, that included star wideouts Jahan Dotson and Terry McLaurin, both of whom have had a down year by their standards and expectations.
When asked about the lack of targets, Howell stated that as much as he wants to get everybody involved, he needs to take what the defense gives him (via JP Finlay).
The jury is still out on Howell as a quarterback.
The physical traits aren’t that impressive, but he has some intangibles that make some people think that he could still be a star in this league.
As polarizing as the Commanders as a whole, chances are that he’s going to get another full season under his belt to prove his worth before the team rushes to make any decisions.
However, we also can’t overlook the fact that this team was just purchased, and the new owners will do everything in their power to bolster the roster during the offseason.
Howell and Ron Rivera have a long history together.
If this team doesn’t advance to the postseason or show any signs of improvement by the end of the season, Rivera may also be headed out, so he had better make the most of his quarterback while he still has it.
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