Commanders' Grades vs. Giants

The Washington Commanders might have claimed a hard-fought 21-18 win over the New York Giants in Week 2, but the victory did little to mask several glaring issues on offense. Head coach Dan Quinn and his staff face a tough task ahead as they look to address these concerns before their Monday Night Football clash against the Cincinnati Bengals.

A key area of focus lies with the offensive line , where right tackle Andrew Wylie struggled significantly. Playing 72 snaps, Wylie received an overall grade of 50.1 from Pro Football Focus ( PFF ), including a 54.5 grade in pass blocking and a 52.1 in run blocking, compounded by a penalty. Such performance could pose a risk against stronger defensive fronts in the weeks to come.

The tight end position did not fare much better , as John Bates earned an overall offensive grade of 49.1. While Bates showed strength in pass blocking with a 69.8 grade, his run-blocking efforts were concerning, scoring just 28.9 across 25 snaps. Rookie tight end Ben Sinnott also had a rough outing, posting a 42.1 grade in his 13 snaps. Despite a respectable 69.8 in pass blocking, Sinnott’s contribution in both passing and run-blocking areas remains questionable, adding to the Commanders' issues at this position.

Rookie receiver Luke McCaffrey, who saw 40 snaps in Week 2, also struggled to make a meaningful impact. McCaffrey earned a 43.8 overall grade, with his run-blocking efforts coming in at a low 28.9, raising questions about his readiness for a more significant role within the offense. This lack of production is particularly worrisome given the Commanders' need for reliable receiving options beyond their top targets.

Perhaps the most concerning performance came from left tackle Brandon Coleman. Playing 22 snaps, Coleman logged the lowest offensive grade of any Commander at 39.5, including a dismal 16.7 in pass blocking. This exposed a serious vulnerability in protecting rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, who faces increased pressure against more formidable opponents.

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Quinn and general manager Adam Peters will need to evaluate these performances closely as they prepare for a critical matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. With the Commanders' offensive line showing signs of instability and multiple players failing to meet expectations, adjustments must be made to avoid a repeat of these struggles.