Dan Quinn, Brian Robinson, and Austin Seibert talk to the media after the game
Dan Quinn
Postgame LIVE: Took the dub in the home opener! https://t.co/Vofze5hRqi
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) September 15, 2024
Brian Robinson Jr:
Dan Quinn – “I really felt that Brian Robinson was a real factor in the run game”
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) September 15, 2024
Austin Seibert:
Quinn: “Story of the game certainly goes to Austin.”
New kicker sets franchise record in first game as a Commander. pic.twitter.com/B5ytk6EClF
— Natalie Spala (@_nataliespala) September 15, 2024
Jayden Daniels:
Daniels had the wind knocked out of him when he was hit and had to come out for a play
— George Wallace (@GWallaceWTOP) September 15, 2024
DQ on Daniels not throwing any INTs in his first two NFL games – “He has a real mindset about it”
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) September 15, 2024
Defensive backs:
Dan Quinn on the Commanders defensive backs today – “We’re still undecided” and will keep looking to compete pic.twitter.com/c7WHTcwXpb
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) September 15, 2024
Austin Seibert:
The Commanders didn’t hold a kicker tryout earlier this week after they cut Cade York. They quickly signed Austin Seibert. They knew about him from the joint practice and preseason game with the Jets.
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) September 15, 2024
Jayden Daniels
First win:
Jayden Daniels said he feels blessed to get his first win. It wasn’t pretty, but a win is a win
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) September 15, 2024
Game-winning drive:
Jayden Daniels on the game winning drive – That’s the moment you live for, that’s where names get made. pic.twitter.com/IdNvTL4SNr
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) September 15, 2024
Big hit:
Jayden Daniels said he feels fine despite missing one play after taking a hit to his side. Seemed to infer he had the wind knocked out of him.
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) September 15, 2024
Running too much?:
“Nah, not at all. Just call the game. Defense dictates what we do, and I’m just going out there and playing football”
– Daniels, when asked about if the offense is relying on him running too much
— Chad Ryan (@ChadwikoTWW) September 15, 2024
Brian Robinson Jr/Austin Ekeler:
“Y’all seen it today. BRob did his thing. Ekeler did his thing. Having those two in the backfield with me… we got two guys who can take a 2 yard run and take it 60”
Daniels, when asked about the RBs.
— Chad Ryan (@ChadwikoTWW) September 15, 2024
Malik Nabers:
Jayden Daniels said he and Malik Nabers swapped jerseys after the game. Daniels got his first win, Nabers got his first 100-yard game.
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) September 15, 2024
Austin Seibert:
.@davidaldridgedc: Did you say anything to Austin Seibert after the game?
Jayden Daniels: “‘Appreciate you.'” … Glad he’s on my team.”
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) September 15, 2024
Brian Robinson Jr
Wunning:
Brian Robinson on the win over the Giants pic.twitter.com/aOjnURjz24
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) September 15, 2024
Brian Robinson: “It’s hard to win in this league, as you can see today. We didn’t put ourselves in the best position to win, but we still got the win.”
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) September 15, 2024
Career high:
Brian Robinson on new career high rushing yards – “it’s been a while since I’ve had 17 [carries] too.”
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) September 15, 2024
Brian Robinson: “I always knew I was capable of doing what I did.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) September 15, 2024
Jayden Daniels:
Brian Robinson on Jayden Daniels – “He hasn’t been phased by anything” pic.twitter.com/ZqYOI9tcLo
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) September 15, 2024
Zach Ertz
It certainly wasn’t pretty, but Commanders TE Zach Ertz is happy with the first win of the season.
Zach told me, “I thought we battled. Offensively, if we just score touchdowns, it’s going to be a little better feeling for us.” pic.twitter.com/GXPkmMXmOL
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) September 15, 2024
Olamide Zaccheaus
I caught up with Commanders WR Olamide Zaccheus after the home opening win.
I asked him about the growth of Jayden Daniels from Week 1 to Week 2.
He told me, “he’s continuing to show poise throughout all the situations that are being presented throughout the game.” pic.twitter.com/XiCTEUYQGH
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) September 15, 2024
Brandon Coleman
Another Commanders rookie Brandon Coleman was able to experience his first NFL win today.
After the game, Brandon told me, “everyone came out and played hard. You know guys competed their a** off.” pic.twitter.com/KCZ33pS6bU
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) September 15, 2024
Brandon Coleman got a bit banged up at one point..said he’s fine afterwards.
— Chris Russell AKA the ! (@Russellmania621) September 15, 2024
Andrew Wylie
Discussed the Washington red zone issues and pre snap penalties with Andrew Wylie.
He said, “it just comes with practice. Everyone getting used to the guy they’re playing next to. That will improve every single week that we’re out there together.” pic.twitter.com/UTCCLq9CK2
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) September 15, 2024
Daron Payne
7 field goals and the win!
I love this reaction from Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne.
Daron said, “Shoot! 100%. That’s all I ask!” pic.twitter.com/RcCDGoLyfu
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) September 15, 2024
Clelin Ferrell
Commanders DE Clelin Ferrell picked up a sack today in the home opener.
I caught up with Clelin inside the Washington locker room. pic.twitter.com/x1a2NhWPzs
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) September 15, 2024
Frankie Luvu
Frankie Luvu led the Commanders today with 11 tackles.
After the game, he told me, “it felt good knowing that we put the work in all week. The guys just buying in throughout the whole week. Bringing it together, I was happy to see it.” pic.twitter.com/4yG7GQfNdY
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) September 15, 2024
Mike Sainristil
Commanders rookie CB Mike Sainristil experiencing his first win in the NFL.
After the game, Mike told me, “we did a great job competing to the end…we communicated much better this week. Everybody was feeding off of each other.” pic.twitter.com/StViCzzKMJ
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) September 15, 2024
Benjamin St-Juste
Benjamin St-Juste on the forced fumble said he lost his contain and knew he had to hustle from behind. Punched it out. Huge turnover.
— Chris Russell AKA the ! (@Russellmania621) September 15, 2024
Austin Seibert
Seibert addressing the media after the win pic.twitter.com/VtAxspSsMm
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) September 15, 2024
7 field goals:
Austin Siebert showed up this week and kicked 7 Fg pic.twitter.com/p6nxPXAILt
— George Wallace (@GWallaceWTOP) September 15, 2024
Austin Seibert said he’s never kicked 7 FGs in a game at any level.
He credits (in part) a pine tree. He doesn’t go to a field to practice. With the help of his wife and daughter, he kicks routine at the pine tree. So before the 7th kick, he just told himself to kick at the…
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) September 15, 2024
Dan Quinn:
Siebert praising Dan Quinn’s positivity. Said it’s the best work environment he’s been in.
— George Wallace (@GWallaceWTOP) September 15, 2024