Sam Howell and the Commanders have been turning heads with a strong start, going 2-0 in the first two weeks of the season. It's worth noting that they haven't faced any powerhouse teams yet, but their Week 2 victory against the Broncos, with Russell Wilson performing exceptionally well, was impressive. The final score may have been somewhat misleading, as the Broncos managed to narrow the gap to two points with a lucky Hail Mary.
Eric Bieniemy's influence on the team's turnaround cannot be understated. He previously played a pivotal role in transforming the Chiefs' offense into the best in the league and is now achieving similar success in Washington, where the Commanders are becoming one of the top offensive teams. Besides coaching, a lot of the success is from Quarterback Sam Howell's ability to make clutch throws and navigate tight windows. This sets him apart from many other quarterbacks. Additionally, standout performances from wide receivers McLaurin and Dotson, along with Brian Robinson Jr's emergence as an elite running back, contribute to the team's offensive power.
Defensively, Washington's acquisition of cornerback Emmanuel Forbes has the potential to be a game-changer, and as the season progresses, their defense is expected to become a formidable unit. Their defensive line will be scary, especially with Chase Young, Montez Sweat, and Daron Payne.
With the Giants and Eagles underperforming this year, the Commanders have a sneaky opportunity to secure a second-place finish or potentially even contend for the NFC East title. If they continue to perform well and catch a bit of luck, don't be surprised if they make a serious run for the title. You heard it here first.
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