Ron Rivera Presser: We’ll take it one game at a time for backup QBs
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By: Scott Jennings
Ron Rivera, Jack Del Rio, and players speak to the media
Ron Rivera
LIVE: HC Ron Rivera meets with the media https://t.co/zrGwmqYKZD
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) November 23, 2022
Chase Young:
Rivera on Chase Young: “He looked good… showed us some things we’ve been looking for.”
Big key will be showing it again Friday.
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 23, 2022
Backup QB:
With Carson Wentz back, Ron Rivera said the QB plan for Sunday’s game still will be Sam Howell as Taylor Heinicke’s backup. Wentz worked off to the side; was able to do some things.
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 23, 2022
Ron Rivera said “we’ll take it one game at a time” in determining the backup QB.
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) November 23, 2022
Carson Wentz:
Rivera on Chase Young: “He looked good… showed us some things we’ve been looking for.”
Big key will be showing it again Friday.
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 23, 2022
Black Friday football:
Ron Rivera says if the #Commanders have to play next year on the day after #Thanksgiving it’s no big deal —
“We’re playing…I’m not shopping!”
— Chris Russell AKA the ! (@Russellmania621) November 23, 2022
Giddy:
Asked by @SWhyno how he feels playing meaningful games after Thanksgiving, Ron Rivera said, “Giddy.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 23, 2022
Logan Thomas:
Rivera said TE Logan Thomas had his best game of the year. “He’s starting to look like himself again.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 23, 2022
Cole Holcomb:
Rivera said LB Cole Holcomb is going to see a foot specialist.
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 23, 2022
Jack Del Rio
LIVE: DC Jack Del Rio meets with the media https://t.co/jzDFd0DJHI
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) November 23, 2022
Daron Payne:
Jack Del Rio says Daron Payne’s impact has been felt “all year…he’s been very consistent.” @PFF has lower grades on Payne than I was expecting to see.
— Chris Russell AKA the ! (@Russellmania621) November 23, 2022
Kam Curl:
Jack Del Rio on Kam Curl: “We certainly don’t take him for granted.” Del Rio is very fond of Curl’s football “astuteness”
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) November 23, 2022
Chase Young:
Jack Del Rio on Chase Young “Right now, we’re just getting him into practice, getting him involved”
“I know we’re not going to play him 70 plays in game one.” #Commanders
— Chris Russell AKA the ! (@Russellmania621) November 23, 2022
Taylor Heinicke
LIVE: QB Taylor Heinicke meets with the media https://t.co/Zu547TCZQM
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) November 23, 2022
Sean Taylor:
Taylor Heinicke is addressing the media. Said he remembers Sean Taylor being a problem on the field for offenses.
Washington will be honoring Taylor and the 15th anniversary of his passing on Sunday
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) November 23, 2022
Carson Wentz:
Taylor Heinicke is taking this opportunity “one day at a time”
Apparently, Carson Wentz is hosting Thanksgiving at his place and “is a great teammate”
— Chris Russell AKA the ! (@Russellmania621) November 23, 2022
Terry McLaurin:
Heinicke says the “F It” Terry McLaurin shirt was posted by his group of friends in a group chat — then proceeded with his agent…
I guess the idea was already out there or in use…who knows.
— Chris Russell AKA the ! (@Russellmania621) November 23, 2022
Sam Howell:
Sam Howell has been impressive from the moment he got in Washington, Heinicke said
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) November 23, 2022
Timeouts:
Taylor Heinicke said one of the #Commanders issues in the RZ last week was they didn’t have timeout to be able to run the ball at the end of the first half.
This team does mysteriously take weird timeouts, often.
— Chris Russell AKA the ! (@Russellmania621) November 23, 2022
Fuck it, Terry’s down there somewhere shirts:
The idea for this shirt came from a group chat between Heinicke and his high school buds. After the Packers game — and the pic of Taylor throwing to Terry with his eyes closed — Taylor’s friends suggested he turn it into gear. After Indy and Philly Ws, the QB decided to go for it https://t.co/7jKLW1rtvE
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) November 23, 2022
Fantasy football losers:
In Taylor Heinicke’s fantasy league, the lowest-scoring player each week has to send a video of himself shotgunning a beer to the rest of the league.
Heinicke was the one shotgunning this past weekend
— Pete Hailey (@PeteHaileyNBCS) November 23, 2022
Ham vs Turkey at Thanksgiving:
BREAKING: Taylor Heinicke prefers ham over turkey.
“See, I’m a big ham guy. I’d rather have ham than turkey. Obviously, the stuffing. Pumpkin pie at the end. So, it’ll be a good deal. Maybe a couple Busch Lights.”
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) November 23, 2022
Carson Wentz
LIVE: QB Carson Wentz meets with the media https://t.co/gpSz6tFX54
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) November 23, 2022
Returning to practice:
Carson Wentz says “physically I feel really good” and adds that being back out there with the team has been a lot of fun
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 23, 2022
Injury/Recovery:
Carson Wentz said the past few weeks have been an “adventure” with the surgery and recovery, but says he’s fine. pic.twitter.com/uyhkkAgkpz
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) November 23, 2022
Carson Wentz on his finger: “Feels really good. I’ve been throwing for two weeks now.”
Wentz said he felt it in the Bears game but “adrenaline’s a heck of a thing.” Said he feared it was broken post-game, and x-rays confirmed it.
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) November 23, 2022
Wentz has said he’s been throwing for two weeks now: “The surgery went really well. The doctor did an awesome job.”
— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) November 23, 2022
Taylor Heinicke:
Carson Wentz: “I get it. It’s part of the business, and I totally understand where we’re at as a team. As a competitor you want to be out there….But at the same time, I have a great relationship w/ Taylor and all the guys…and I’m going to do what I can to help & support him.”
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) November 23, 2022
Carson Wentz said the conversation where Ron Rivera said Taylor Heinicke would remain the starter was “brief and to the point.” He says he understands the reasoning and will help however he can, “but I’d be lying if I said I didn’t want to be out there.”
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) November 23, 2022
Backup perspective:
Carson Wentz on Ron Rivera informing him the team would start Taylor Heinicke:
“We had a pretty brief conversation, pretty to the point. It was fine. I get it. I get it. This is part of the business, and I totally understand where we’re at as a team and everything else.” pic.twitter.com/ZvlBTqJc73
— Sam Fortier (@Sam4TR) November 23, 2022
Wentz says he’s learned some things along the way, both X’s and O’s and mentally, but without the wear and tear on his body.
— Chris Russell AKA the ! (@Russellmania621) November 23, 2022
Thanksgiving dinner:
Wentz is hosting Thanksgiving for a number of Commanders players and their families. Says he’s tried not to let circumstances change who you are as a person. Adds “my wife planned everything so she deserves all the credit”
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 23, 2022
Finding an identity:
Wentz said it’s awesome to see the team’s success in recent weeks. Obviously he wants to be out there, but it’s cool to see the team finding its identity
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) November 23, 2022
Chase Young
Chase Young was thrilled to see us. pic.twitter.com/dDp8gdlvqY
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) November 23, 2022
Chase Young:
When Chase Young was asked what he could add when he comes back he said “Chase Young.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 23, 2022
John Ridgeway
Teammates chipping in to pay his fine:
John Ridgeway said how much he appreciates his teammates chipping in on his fine – but also explained that Jon Allen said that will be the only time they pay his fines.
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 23, 2022
Kam Curl
Thanksgiving:
“Kam Curl don’t cook”
Hey, @KCurl_2, what are you doing for Thanksgiving dinner?
This is fantastic.
More tonight from @Commanders team headquarters on @7NewsDC. pic.twitter.com/lTyOExZPiD
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 23, 2022
Darrick Forrest
Turnovers:
One of the biggest surprises this year for the @Commanders has been the play of @_Dfoe5.
The dude has been everywhere on the field and is becoming a turnover machine.
He said, “I’m definitely going to keep chasing them (turnovers), always.”
More tonight on @7NewsDC pic.twitter.com/Vq1lAJLmTc
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 23, 2022
Terry McLaurin
Living my dream:
Terry McLaurin makes a lot of @TheTerry_25 is one of the best WR’s in the NFL.
But, he is still so humble and grounded. I asked him what he’s grateful for this year.
He said, “I’m thankful for the situation that I’m in to be living my dream every single day.”
Awesome. pic.twitter.com/gsm8DfLZgX
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 23, 2022
Playoffs:
Playoffs?! Playoffs?!
It’s a real possibility for the @Commanders and the players understand that now is the time to make that push.@TheTerry_25 said, “we know we’re in the mix. Each game is very important.”
More tonight on @7NewsDC pic.twitter.com/kdUsUaEmPP
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 23, 2022
Curtis Samuel
Winning:
Vibes are great right now with the @Commanders.
Curtis Samuel said, “when things start going good, they start piling up on top of each other”
More tonight on @7NewsDC pic.twitter.com/XQJDwlu1cw
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 23, 2022
Brian Robinson
Thanksgiving:
This is an extra special Thanksgiving for @Commanders rookie RB @BrianR_4.
Listen to this answer.
BRob is so thankful and grateful to be alive and celebrate the holiday with his family this year.
More tonight on @7NewsDC pic.twitter.com/bBt1unKYiH
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 23, 2022
Players on Sean Taylor
Before Sunday’s game, the @Commanders will reveal the Sean Taylor Memorial.
The current Washington players reflecting on what Sean meant to this team and community.
Jonathan Allen said, “he’s definitely one of those guys that I wish I got to play alongside.”
More on @7NewsDC pic.twitter.com/JPN5NP1qmr
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 23, 2022
Practice Updates
Carson Wentz
Carson Wentz back at it. pic.twitter.com/z9MJuqYLSz
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 23, 2022
Carson Wentz’s first throw back in practice since returning from his finger injury. pic.twitter.com/a6MZHL5YXP
— Ethan Cadeaux (@Ethan_Cadeaux) November 23, 2022
Early on, Carson Wentz taking third-string reps behind Taylor Heinicke and Sam Howell. pic.twitter.com/MncPwx2j3m
— Sam Fortier (@Sam4TR) November 23, 2022
Carson Wentz working with the OL and backs in ground game drills while the other three QBs throw passes to receivers. pic.twitter.com/TRPAbNHbt7
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) November 23, 2022
For the sickos: Carson Wentz’s 12 passes during media availability at practice Wednesday.
Wentz said his right ring finger “feels really good” and that he’s been throwing for two weeks now. pic.twitter.com/3BiJftcUnS
— Sam Fortier (@Sam4TR) November 23, 2022
Injured players
Don’t see Benjamin St-Juste or Cole Holcomb (foot) at Commanders practice.
St-Juste injured his ankle against the Texans, on the Forrest pick, but said in the locker room afterward that he was ok.
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) November 23, 2022
Chase Young
Full look at Chase Young going through practice today pic.twitter.com/GM5TXvOFmO
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 23, 2022
Chase Young. pic.twitter.com/fLKvMYuiZM
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 23, 2022
The Manders are wearing their all-black unis this week.
Also ,.. here’s Chase Young. pic.twitter.com/n9CGOvZYxd
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) November 23, 2022
RB drills
The Washington running backs going through some drills pic.twitter.com/QqSlXwGqCr
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 23, 2022
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