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Tensions quickly boil over as frustrated Commanders veteran takes drastic step

The Washington Commanders made their stance on veteran safety Darnell Savage Jr. crystal clear in Week 13 against the Denver Broncos. And now, he's reportedly taken matters into his own hands.

Savage served a purpose earlier in the campaign. The Commanders were dealt a blow when veteran free-agent signing Will Harris went to injured reserve after just three games. Washington needed reinforcements on the backend, and the player was looking for work after a hasty departure from the Jacksonville Jaguars.

He performed relatively well. The Commanders' defense was a mess, and one could argue that coordinator Joe Whitt Jr.