Commanders hope to improve defense during bye week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026

The Washington Commanders enter their bye week with ongoing concerns about their defense. Having allowed at least 23 points in every game so far this season, the team ranks near the bottom in both total and scoring defense. Injuries have affected key players, but the return of Nick Cross and Trey Amos brings a glimmer of hope. As the team assesses its defensive approach under Daronte Jones, improvements will be critical to avoid further setbacks in the upcoming games.
- •Commanders allowed 30+ points in three consecutive games
- •Defense ranks 26th in total yards allowed
- •Injuries have weakened the secondary significantly
- •Return of Cross and Amos may boost performance
- •Defensive line has shown strength against the run
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — Commanders at the bye: Sonny Styles provides hope for better defense
"The Commanders have coverage, pass-rush issues on defense that must be better moving forward
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