In the four games before Dan Quinn took over defensive play-calling duties for the Washington Commanders, his team surrendered an average of 38.5 points per game. They were playing against the quarterbacks who currently rank second, third, sixth, and seventh in total passing yards.
Things seemed a little better in the last two weeks.
The points-allowed average is down 17 from that dreadful four-game stretch. They got one injured starter back, and several other defenders have seemed more comfortable in their roles. Washington lost both games in overtime.
Against the Minnesota Vikings, the positive defensive trend should continue.