The Patriots host the Commanders in Week 9, taking on a team that could be as bad as they are though might not be as desperate for a win.
Washington made it clear which direction it’s going in earlier this week when it traded Montez Sweat and Chase Young ahead of the deadline as its new ownership group reportedly pushed for those moves. Those trades hamper a Commanders team that’s struggled as of late, losing five of its last six games to drop to 3-5.
Still, Washington has some notable players on its roster that can make a difference Sunday.