When Antonio Gibson’s 2-yard run gave Washington a third touchdown in as many drives with Brissett, and Joey Slye executed the extra point for a 28-27 lead with 4:52 remaining, the Commanders’ sideline showed something rarely seen in recent weeks: joy.
That’s when bottom-line thinkers with an eye on Washington’s 2024 first-round draft positioning began panicking.
There’s no salvaging a lost season that began cratering by October. Any lamenting about the missteps that led to this dismal perch at this stage is more about venting than fixing. Even those whose Mondays are ruined when Sunday game days go awry must acknowledge what’s important now: How managing partner Josh Harris overhauls the coaching and front-office staff.