Commanders' defense struggles significantly in 2025 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 10:48 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The Washington Commanders' defense had a dismal performance during the 2025 NFL season, allowing 451 points over 17 games, ranking 27th in the league. They surrendered a league-high 6,533 yards and struggled to force turnovers, ranking near the bottom in takeaways with only 10. Following this season, General Manager Adam Peters implemented significant changes, including replacing defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. with Daronte Jones. This offseason will focus on a new scheme and personnel adjustments.
- •Commanders allowed 451 points, averaging 26.5 points per game.
- •Team surrendered 6,533 total yards, the worst in the league.
- •Near the bottom in takeaways, forcing only 10 turnovers.
- •Adam Peters made personnel changes post-season, including a new defensive coordinator.
- 10:48 AMYahoo Sports — How bad was the Commanders' defense in 2025?
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