Washington’s coordinators speak to the media before practice
Joe Whitt Jr
LIVE: DC Joe Whitt Jr. speaks to the media before practice https://t.co/3ueaqlLnQP
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) November 7, 2024
Marshon Lattimore:
Joe Whitt addressing the media. Doesn’t know when Lattimore is going to play. Wants to make sure he has the terminology down and get him comfortable first. Loves how Lattimore competes and doesn’t back down
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) November 7, 2024
Joe Whitt Jr. said of Marshon Lattimore: “I like the mentality he plays with, what he brings to the room from a mindset of, ‘I get after you; I’ll get up and challenge you.’ … He’s battle-tested against really good players.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 7, 2024
Joe Whitt Jr. on Marshon Lattimore: “He’s a dog.”
The DC said he was impressed that nobody in the locker room (as far as he knows) pouted with a significant addition, possibly changing their role/snaps. Credits the culture Quinn created for the team-first attitude.
— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) November 7, 2024
Other Cornerbacks:
Joe Whitt – “Let’s not neglect what the guys here have done.” Wants to be clear he’s been happy with his defense, which has improved throughout the season
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 7, 2024
Whitt said he’s not going to worry about where the other CBs will play until Lattimore is on the field. “Once we get to the point when he’s out there we’ll put him where he needs to be and adjust the other guys where they need to be.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 7, 2024
Mike Sainristil:
Joe Whitt says he thought about moving Sainristil back to the slot once the Lattimore trade came down, but he’s not gonna act on that until Lattimore gets on the field
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 7, 2024
Addition to the secondary:
Whitt said Lattimore isn’t going to necessarily change what the Commanders do in the secondary. He’s adding to it
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) November 7, 2024
Johnny Newton:
Whitt has been pleased with what he’s seen from Johnny Newton. Has been a sponge for what his coaches have been teaching him
— Zach Selby (@ZachSelbyWC) November 7, 2024
Daron Payne
Fans at the stadium:
Commanders fans,
Daron Payne wants you to continue to bring the NOISE on Sunday against the Steelers.
Daron told @_nataliespala today, “the crowd is so into it…the energy that the crowd has been bringing for turnovers and 4th down stops it’s just been crazy.” pic.twitter.com/ZyApU0A3wq
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 7, 2024
Kliff Kingsbury
LIVE: OC Kliff Kingsbury speaks to the media before practice https://t.co/To6IMNMA4R
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) November 7, 2024
Marshon Lattimore:
Kliff Kingsbury said he faced Marshon Lattimore when in AZ. Said: “Certain players you have to … scheme around them. He’s that kind of a guy.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 7, 2024
Preston Smith:
Kingsbury on the Steelers adding DE Preston Smith: “good powerful talented rusher. It’s not like they needed help at that position but they got it.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 7, 2024
T.J. Watt:
Kliff Kingsbury said the Steelers defense is a good challenge because they’re excellent at forcing turnovers and creating negative plays.
On TJ Watt: “Definitely one that keeps you up at night.” pic.twitter.com/WhXtnltWYw
— Sam Fortier (@Sam4TR) November 7, 2024
Kingsbury on T.J. Watt: “He’s a game wrecker.”
— John Keim (@john_keim) November 7, 2024
Commanders OC Kliff Kingsbury says TJ Watt keeps him up at night: “If we leave one play where he’s not accounted for, that’s the play he can change a game…There’s a reason they’re going to be Hall of Fame players.”
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 7, 2024
Thursday Night Football:
Kliff Kingsbury was asked about playing on Thursday night and gave a good answer. But tbh, I’m really posting this because I’m a child and get a kick out of other people cursing. pic.twitter.com/CLbP2082vG
— Nicki’s Backup Account (@NickisBackupX) November 7, 2024
Terry McLaurin
Marshon Lattimore:
Terry McLaurin and Marshon Lattimore go way back together.
2014 Ohio St. recruiting class.
Now, they are reunited together in Washington.
On Marshon, Terry said today,”he’s everything you look for in a top corner in this league…his competitive edge is what sets him apart.” pic.twitter.com/HjbeMRVpGE
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 7, 2024
Terry McLaurin on the Marshon Lattimore trade – Were not here to wait around and feel it out…We’re here to be aggressive pic.twitter.com/Z7AHpmTgDB
— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) November 7, 2024
Luke McCaffrey
Brotherhood:
Great stuff here from @_nataliespala with Commanders WR Luke McCaffrey.
Brotherhood has been a big word this season.
Luke said, “it’s been really cool to see the bond that we’ve been able to grow together and to see how that makes you more detailed, more focused.” pic.twitter.com/8KoONgL7dN
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 7, 2024
Olamide Zaccheaus
Special group of people in the building:
Catching up with OZ!
Commanders WR Olamide Zaccheaus spoke with @_nataliespala after today’s practice.
OZ said, “special group of people in the building. I’m grateful to be apart of it…we want to win, selfless and also very talented people.” pic.twitter.com/23oOKjC4Ux
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 7, 2024
Sam Cosmi
Culture:
The culture is d*** good! Oh good ole Bruce Allen.
That’s a true statement now inside the Washington Commanders locker room.
Listen to these words today from Sam Cosmi.
Sam said, “it’s bigger than me, it’s bigger than the guy next to me, it’s all about the team.” pic.twitter.com/gmGQ0slKvn
— Scott Abraham (@Scott7news) November 7, 2024