Locked On Commanders - Daily Podcast On The Washington Commanders

The Washington Commanders' path to victory against the Seattle Seahawks relies on their strength-on-strength rushing attack to set up the pass. With Jayden Daniels returning (and Terry McLaurin out), the offense must exploit a vulnerable Seahawks secondary and their league-leading pressures allowed at right guard. Defensively, Joe Whitt Jr.'s unit has to stop Seattle's explosive run plays and contain Jaxson Smith-Njigba. Plus, David shares his fantasy must-start and best bets for the Week 9 matchup.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:53 - Path to Victory: Commanders Strength vs. Seahawks Strength
7:15 - Attacking the Seahawks' Glaring Weakness (Right...

The Washington Commanders face the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football with Terry McLaurin sidelined. Additionally, their offensive line is battling injuries against one of the NFL's most dominant defensive fronts.

This crossover episode breaks down the critical Week 9 matchup. The Seahawks' four-headed pass rush monster, featuring Boye Mafe and Derick Hall, will test a Commanders offensive line potentially missing Laremy Tunsil and starting rookie Josh Connerly Jr. at right tackle. Seattle's interior defensive line trio of Leonard Williams, Byron Murphy, and Jarran Reed presents another challenge for Washington's struggling rushing attack, which has dropped from first...

Now that the dust has settled, the film review reveals why the Commanders collapsed vs KC after a 7-7 start. PFF grades, player analysis & your questions answered! We break down Washington's frustrating 28-7 Week 8 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, going beyond the initial reaction.

🏈 Hope Then Horror: We analyze how a promising first half devolved into a second-half collapse, focusing on Coach Quinn's theme of missed opportunities. Learn why zero points off two Mahomes interceptions, failed 4th downs, costly defensive penalties, and a missed fumble recovery doomed the Commanders.

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On today’s episode of Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, and David Harrison break down a pivotal Week 9 matchup between the Washington Commanders and Seattle Seahawks — the team’s final game before the NFL trade deadline on November 4.

We’ll cover:

The latest on Jayden Daniels’ hamstring and Terry McLaurin’s quad heading into Sunday night.

What Washington’s offense looks like if either can’t go.

How the Commanders’ defense stacks up against Sam Darnold, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and Kenneth Walker III

What’s at stake before the trade deadline — and...

Despite forcing two turnovers against Patrick Mahomes, the Commanders' offense squandered multiple scoring chances in a frustrating 28-7 loss to the Chiefs.

Locked On Commanders breaks down the offensive ineptitude in Kansas City. We dive into the turnovers inside Chiefs territory, questionable fourth-down decisions, and the defensive collapse in the second half. Plus, analysis of the few bright spots, like the interceptions by Marshon Lattimore and Bobby Wagner, in an otherwise forgettable Monday night.

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On tonight’s Commanders Squad postgame, Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, and David Harrison react to the Washington Commanders’ 28–7 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football.

Patrick Mahomes threw for 299 yards and 3 TDs, Kareem Hunt scored twice, and Rashee Rice added 9 catches with a late touchdown as KC pulled away after halftime.

Marcus Mariota started for the injured Jayden Daniels (213 yards, 1 TD, 2 INT), and Terry McLaurin caught Washington’s lone score. We break down the turning points, second-half adjustments, and what this means for Kliff Kingsbury’s offense next week.

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The Washington Commanders get Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel back as Marcus Mariota starts against the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football.

We breakdown the final injury report, including the critical questionable status of DT Daron Payne and the absence of QB Jayden Daniels. Can the Commanders' #2 rushing attack exploit the Chiefs' banged-up offensive line, and will Washington finally fix their turnover problems against Patrick Mahomes? #WashingtonCommanders #KansasCityChiefs #NFL #Commanders #MNF

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Marcus Mariota gets the start for the Commanders vs the Chiefs with Jayden Daniels out; plus, a look at defensive changes and the Chris Jones matchup.

With Jayden Daniels sidelined by a hamstring injury, Marcus Mariota steps in. The episode discusses what changes offensively, Mariota's past PFF grades, and the potential impact of Terry McLaurin and Deebo Samuel returning. Defensively, coaches Dan Quinn and Joe Whitt Jr. are simplifying the scheme after recent struggles; we examine the tendency mismatches against the Chiefs' high-powered offense. Finally, insights from former Chiefs OL Andrew Wylie and Nick Allegretti highlight the...

Locked On Commanders & Locked On Chiefs preview the Monday Night Football matchup, starting with Jayden Daniels being OUT and Marcus Mariota starting for Washington.

David Harrison (Locked On Commanders) joins Chris Clark & Ryan Tracy (Locked On Chiefs) to break down the Commanders at Chiefs Week 8 MNF game. Discussion includes the confirmation that Jayden Daniels (hamstring) will miss the game, Marcus Mariota stepping in, the impact on the Commanders' offense, Washington's struggling secondary vs the Chiefs' healthy WR corps, the battle between the Chiefs OL and Commanders DL (especially without Dorance Armstrong), and keys to victory for both...

Discussing listener questions on fixing Washington's defense, the rash of injuries, Jayden Daniels' durability, potential trades, and the team's identity.

Host David Harrison dives into the Locked On Commanders mailbag, addressing key fan concerns after Week 7. Topics include potential solutions for the struggling defense (accountability, scheme simplification, personnel changes like Marshon Lattimore's status), whether the numerous injuries are bad luck or systemic, Jayden Daniels' durability, potential edge rusher trade targets (Trey Hendrickson, Jermaine Johnson), the team's identity crisis, which coaches are developing players, and the lack of Chris Rodriguez Jr. usage.

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On today’s episode of Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, and David Harrison dive deep into a crucial week for Washington as the Commanders prepare for Monday Night Football against the Kansas City Chiefs.

We break down:

The latest on Jayden Daniels’ hamstring injury.

Why Daniels’ mother is speaking out about comparisons to RG3 — and what that says about the pressure on Washington’s rookie QB

How the Commanders can turn their season around before it slips away

Key matchups vs. Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and the Chiefs defense

Analyzing the Commanders' 44-22 loss to the Cowboys, focusing on three key reasons for the collapse, player grades, troubling trends, and candid post-game quotes.

This episode breaks down the Washington Commanders' Week 7 defeat against the Dallas Cowboys. We examine the defensive failure at the end of the first half, the impact of Jayden Daniels' injury followed by Marcus Mariota's pick-six, and how Dallas's defensive scheme change stifled the offense. Plus, a look at the best (Daron Payne) and worst (Marshon Lattimore, Josh Conerly Jr.) performances, alarming player trends, and key post-game quotes from Dan Quinn and Daron...

The Commanders' secondary was completely exposed as the defense gave up multiple explosive touchdowns in a blowout loss to the Dallas Cowboys.

Locked On Commanders breaks down the disastrous defensive performance in Dallas. We dive into the schematic busts and missed tackles that led to huge plays for CeeDee Lamb and the Cowboys' offense. We also analyze a shorthanded and inconsistent offensive performance, crippled by injuries to key players like Jayden Daniels and Dorance Armstrong Jr., and ask the tough question: where does this team go from here?

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On this episode of Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, Derwin Gray, and David Harrison react to Washington’s blowout loss to the Dallas Cowboys in a crucial NFC East matchup.

Jayden Daniels and the Commanders’ offense showed flashes early but couldn’t keep up with Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb, as Dallas’ passing attack took control in the second half. Washington’s defense struggled to contain big plays, and costly mistakes proved too much to overcome down the stretch.

The latest on Jayden's health, the defensive issues continue, and is the panic meter at "run throug...

Despite injuries, Washington's blueprint to upset Dallas hinges on exploiting the Cowboys' historically bad defense with a dominant ground game.

With key wide receivers Terry McLaurin and Noah Brown out, the Washington Commanders' path to victory in Dallas is narrow but clear. This analysis details the blueprint, which centers on unleashing the NFL's #2 rushing attack against the Cowboys' 29th-ranked run defense. The episode breaks down the specific situational battles that will decide the game, including a massive "get-right" opportunity for a struggling Commanders third-down offense against the league's worst third-down defense. However, the entire plan is at...

On today’s episode of Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, and David Harrison break down Sunday’s NFC East tilt between the Washington Commanders and Dallas Cowboys.

Can Jayden overcome last week's sloppy game against the Bears?

On the Cowboys’ side, we’re watching Dak Prescott and how he’ll try to exploit Washington’s secondary. CeeDee Lamb, who has been out with injury, is listed as questionable to return.

Injury updates are massive this week — Terry McLaurin is back in practice after missing three games with a quad injury, while Noah Brown has been...

The Washington Commanders and Dallas Cowboys face off in a critical Week 7 matchup where both teams' seasons hang in the balance. David Harrison (Locked On Commanders) and Marcus Mosher (Locked On Cowboys) break down the biggest storylines, from Washington's turnover problems to Dallas' defensive woes. Plus, get analysis on key matchups to watch, including the first-ever meeting between quarterbacks Jayden Daniels and Dak Prescott.

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We're diving into the listener mailbag to answer your biggest questions following the Commanders' tough loss to the Chicago Bears. We explore the persistent issues with the defense, including a nuanced look at Marshon Lattimore's performance and why you can't just bench Bobby Wagner. Plus, a big-picture look at the team's identity crisis and a breakdown of Kliff Kingsbury's offensive play-calling.
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After a furious comeback to take an 8-point lead, the Commanders collapse in the fourth quarter, sealed by a costly turnover, losing 25-24 to the Chicago Bears.

Locked On Commanders breaks down the heartbreaking loss. We dive into the three costly turnovers that spotted the Bears a lead and ultimately cost Washington the game. We analyze the heroic defensive plays, like Daron Payne's blocked field goal, that were wasted, and the crucial mistakes that led to the devastating finish on Monday Night Football.

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On tonight’s Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, and David Harrison dig into the heart-wrenching finish to Monday Night Football — a 25–24 loss to the Chicago Bears after a late-game turnover.

We’ll walk through Jayden Daniels’ performance (3 TDs, one interception), the Commanders’ comeback from early turnovers, and how Chicago seized the moment with a 38-yard Jake Moody field goal as time expired.
We’ll highlight matchups that swung, defensive breakdowns, and what Washington must fix heading into Week 7.

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The Washington Commanders' path to victory against the Chicago Bears will rely on their rushing attack and winning key matchups without top receivers.

With Terry McLaurin and Noah Brown officially out, the Washington Commanders' offense must lean on its top-ranked rushing attack and exploit specific mismatches, namely TE Zach Ertz against the Bears' linebackers. Defensively, the plan centers on containing QB Caleb Williams by using disciplined pressure from the "NASCAR" package and a QB spy, rather than relying on exotic blitzes. Finally, the game plan points to a clear fantasy football "must start" and a five-tiered betting...

Get a full 5-week report card for the Washington Commanders, as we hand out A+ grades to rookies and an 'F' grade for one critical area of the team.

The Commanders sit at 3-2, but their performance has been a series of wild swings. This deep-dive analysis breaks down the first five weeks, assigning grades to every player and unit on the offense, defense, and special teams. Find out why rookie running back Jacory "Bill" Croskey-Merritt and veteran receiver Deebo Samuel earned 'A' grades and are carrying the offense, which boasts the NFL's #1 rushing attack.

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The Commanders' No. 1 rushing attack has a massive mismatch against the Bears' league-worst run defense on Monday Night Football. Can Washington dominate the trenches?

In this comprehensive Week 6 preview, we break down how the Washington Commanders can exploit a Chicago Bears defense that is giving up a league-worst 6.15 yards per carry. We dive deep into the game plan and whether Kliff Kingsbury will lean on the ground game that has been the team's clear identity through five weeks.

This Crossover Thursday episode also analyzes the other key matchups that will decide the game on Monday...

Remember last year against the Bears?

On today’s episode of Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, and David Harrison break down everything you need to know ahead of Monday Night Football between the Washington Commanders and Chicago Bears, and remember how last year's matchup ended...

The unforgettable Hail Mary.

We’ll discuss Washington’s keys to victory, how Jayden Daniels and the Commanders offense are preparing for a primetime stage, and what the defense needs to do to contain Caleb Williams and Chicago’s new-look attack.

We’ll also look at matchup...

We're diving into the listener mailbag to provide the latest injury updates on key Commanders like Terry McLaurin and Sam Cosmi. Then, a deep dive into the development of the promising young players, including the huge impact of the tight ends on the run game. Finally, we break down the team's core defensive philosophy.
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Jayden Daniels returns as Kliff Kingsbury's 'physical finesse' offense and a stifling defense lead the Commanders to a dominant 27-10 road win over the Chargers.

National analysts are taking notice of Kliff Kingsbury's creative adjustments. We break down the in-game pivot to a run-heavy Pistol offense that unlocked the Commanders' identity. Then, in our After-Action Review, we detail how a dominant ground game and a defense that forced two critical turnovers executed the game plan to perfection after a slow start. What does this win mean for the future of the offense, and which concerning habits still...

After a disastrous start, the Commanders' defense completely shut down the Chargers, forcing game-changing turnovers to fuel a 27-10 comeback victory on the road.

Locked On Commanders breaks down the improbable win. We dive into how the defensive line overwhelmed the Chargers' backup tackles, forcing the turnovers that changed the game, and analyze the offense's chaotic but resilient performance, led by Jacory Croskey-Merritt's two touchdowns and a game-sealing drive from Jayden Daniels.

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The Washington Commanders pulled off a massive comeback — scoring 27 straight points to stun the Los Angeles Chargers and grab a huge Week 5 win.

Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, and David Harrison break it all down on Commanders Squad: Jayden Daniels’ return from a knee injury, how the offense finally found its rhythm, and what sparked the defense to completely flip the game after a rough start.

We dive into the key moments that turned everything around — the second-half surge, clutch defensive stands, and how this win could shift the Commanders’ season moving forward.

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The Washington Commanders have a clear formula to beat the Chargers, but can they overcome their own glaring weaknesses on third down to execute it?

A full breakdown of the game plan, which focuses on establishing the run game to exploit a specific defensive vulnerability and attacking the Chargers' injured offensive line, now without OT Joe Alt. The episode details the critical third-down battles, the mismatch of weaknesses in the red zone, and a fantasy football must-start poised to take advantage of the matchup. Plus, low-risk to high-risk wagers for Sunday's game.

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Jayden Daniels is expected to make his return for a homecoming game in Los Angeles as the Washington Commanders look to solve their struggles on the road.

The Commanders have looked like a true contender at home but a completely different team in their away games. The host of Locked On Chargers joins to break down how Washington's dominant run game (averaging 5.9 yards per carry) matches up against a Chargers defense that is vulnerable on the ground. The episode also dives into the intriguing battle between slot corner Mikey Sainristil and Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey, with both...

On today’s episode of Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, and Anthony Armstrong break down everything you need to know ahead of Washington’s Week 5 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, including the return of Jayden Daniels.

We cover:

The latest on Jayden Daniels’ injury status heading into Sunday

The 21-day window starting for Sam Cosmi

Key matchups to watch against Justin Herbert and the Chargers offense

How the Commanders defense can bounce back and create pressure

What Washington must do to get a road win in Los Angele...

It's Wednesday, and the Commanders are back on the practice field, but the questions from Sunday's loss to the Falcons remain.

We're diving into the listener mailbag to break down what went wrong with the run defense, discuss the level of blame for the coaching staff, and look at whether Kliff Kingsbury's offense is showing concerning signs.

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The Commanders' road woes continue as defensive breakdowns and third-down failures lead to a frustrating 34-27 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, dropping the team to 2-2.

In this After-Action Review, we start with the biggest day-after story: are veterans Bobby Wagner and Marshon Lattimore the problem? We break down our detailed scouting reports to analyze the fan reaction. Then, we dive into the AAR, comparing our game plan to a reality where the defense failed to stop the run or prevent explosive plays, and the offense sputtered on third down (1-for-8). What few bright spots can the...

Locked On Commanders breaks down what went wrong in Atlanta. We dive into the defensive breakdowns that allowed big days for Drake London and Bijan Robinson, the costly penalties that wiped out big plays, and the critical turnovers that sealed the team's fate. Plus, a look at the few bright spots, including a historic performance by the special teams and a valiant effort from the running game.

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On today’s episode of Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, and David Harrison react to the Washington Commanders’ Week 4 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.

Derwin Gray also joins the show.

Playing without Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin, Washington fell short as Michael Penix Jr. and the Falcons capitalized with explosive plays, including Bijan Robinson’s big day on the ground and as a receiver. We break down how the Commanders’ offense struggled to find rhythm, what went wrong defensively, and the few bright spots that emerged despite the loss.

We’ll also discuss wh...

With QB Jayden Daniels & WR Terry McLaurin out, the Commanders' game plan relies on Marcus Mariota exploiting key weaknesses in the Falcons' defense.

The Washington Commanders head to Atlanta facing significant injuries, but a clear path to victory exists. This episode breaks down the complete game plan, including how the offense, led by Marcus Mariota, can attack the vulnerable left side of the Falcons' run defense, where they allow over 6 yards per carry.

Find out how the defense for Washington plans to neutralize an Atlanta offense that becomes 95% predictable on third down and struggles mightily...

Washington travels to Atlanta for a Week 4 showdown, but the status of QB Jayden Daniels remains the biggest question. David Harrison and Aaron Freeman break down how the Commanders can lean on their dominant rushing attack to secure a fifth-straight win over the Falcons, even with a long list of injuries.

On this Crossover Thursday episode of Locked On Commanders and Locked On Falcons, David Harrison (@DHarrison82) and Aaron Freeman (@falcfans) dive deep into the keys to victory for both teams. Can the Commanders' No. 2-ranked rushing offense exploit the Falcons' defense? And how will Atlanta's offense...

On today’s episode of Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, Anthony Armstrong, and David Harrison get you ready for Week 4 as Washington takes on the Atlanta Falcons.

We’ve got the latest injury updates on Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin as their status for Sunday is still uncertain — and what it could mean for the Commanders’ offense if they can’t go.

We’ll also break down the key matchups, how Washington’s defense can slow down Bijan Robinson, and Atlanta’s weapons, plus what the Commanders need to do to make it two wins in a row.

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The Commanders' offense exploded, re-establishing the physical, run-dominant identity that led to a big Week 1 performance. We break down how the run game's dominance unlocked Terry McLaurin, the impact of the massive offensive line shuffle, and provide a detailed evaluation of the 2024 and 2025 draft classes.

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Marcus Mariota steps in and shines as the Commanders bounce back with a dominant 41-24 win over the Raiders, proving their "next man up" mentality is for real.

In this After-Action Review, we break down how the game plan matched up with reality. The offense imposed its will with a "Trench Warfare" ground attack, led by standout rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt, while the defense put on a "game changer" performance in the red zone, allowing zero touchdowns. But it wasn't all clean. We dive into the 12 penalties that plagued the team and the complete failure of situational football...