With their season on the line, the Washington Commanders are turning back to Carson Wentz. After being benched earlier in the season, Wentz will return to the starting lineup in Week 17, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Wentz opened the season as the team's starter. He lasted six games in that role, leading Washington to a 2-4 record. During a Week 6 win over the Chicago Bears, Wentz sustained a finger injury that required surgery. With Wentz sidelined, the team turned to Taylor Heinicke.
Heinicke played well early, leading the Commanders to wins in three of his first four starts.