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Commanders’ Ron Rivera Clears Air Following Carson Wentz, QB Comments

On Tuesday, Commanders coach Ron Rivera told reporters he apologized to his team and had a conversation with Carson Wentz after he made comments that appeared to be critical of his team’s quarterback.

“At the end of the day, I spoke to my team this morning,” Rivera said. “I basically told them I said some things that were misconstrued, I didn’t present properly, and that’s on me so I took accountability.

“The players have been really positive about it,” he added. “Carson and I had a nice conversation, so I think we’re ready to roll.