The Washington Commanders managed to end their eight-game slide by beating the New York Giants to sweep their division rivals this season. It wasn't perfect by any stretch of the imagination, but head coach Dan Quinn's squad displayed the correct resolve to get over the hump.
This provided some solace from a campaign that has fallen by the wayside. And one team insider highlighted the understated yet pivotal contribution from an unsung hero who looks set for an extended stay beyond the campaign.
Although edge rusher Jacob Martin finished the game at MetLife Stadium with just one tackle and one pass breakup, a lot of his outstanding work didn't show up on the stat sheet.