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Washington Commanders News: Falcons Poach Defender, Quinn Opens OL Door
Falcons sign Washington defender Charles Snowden; Quinn hints at offensive line changes.
In brief
Falcons sign Washington defender Charles Snowden; Quinn hints at offensive line changes. Atlanta Falcons signed Washington defensive end Charles Snowden to their active roster, while Washington coach Dan Quinn acknowledged offensive line struggles and potential changes. Originally reported by Washington Commanders On…
Falcons sign Washington defender
Atlanta Falcons signed Washington defensive end Charles Snowden to their active roster on Wednesday.
Snowden joins Washington's lost players
Snowden has 4.5 career sacks in 33 NFL games, including 18 starts, and now joins the list of players Washington has lost.
Washington released Allen before Dolphins signed him
The Commanders released Allen before the Miami Dolphins signed him on waivers, and they planned to sign him to the practice squad if he cleared waivers.
Jaylin Lane undergoes ankle surgery
Commanders receiver and return specialist Jaylin Lane has undergone surgery to repair the fractured and dislocated ankle he suffered against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 4.
Lane expected to return next spring
According to The Washington Post's Tashan Reed, Lane is expected to be ready before offseason workouts begin next spring.
Quinn acknowledges offensive line struggles
Dan Quinn finally openly acknowledged on Tuesday that the offensive line has not played up to snuff.
Quinn hints at offensive line changes
Quinn also didn't rule out changes on the line when asked whether ongoing mistakes and penalties could lead to different personnel.
Terry McLaurin out for season
Washington Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin is out for the rest of the season after tearing the patellar tendon in his left knee.
Antonio Williams as replacement
The team is faced with the task of replacing the face of the franchise with Antonio Williams as the key player.
Steve Wilks hired for defense
Washington Commanders hired Steve Wilks to help the defensive staff ahead of the game against the 49ers.
Wilks started working last week
The decision to hire Wilks was made back in September, but he didn't start working with the team until last week.
Tunsil mentors offensive line
Josh Conerly said Tunsil provides invaluable mentorship to the Commanders offensive line while receiving treatment for his injury.
Stefon Diggs has drop issues
Stefon Diggs has 4 drops total on the season with a 63% catch rate, contributing to a struggling offense.
Commanders enter bye week at 1-4-1
The Washington Commanders entered their bye week at 1-4-1 after another frustrating loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
The bottom line
Atlanta Falcons signed Washington defensive end Charles Snowden to their active roster, while Washington coach Dan Quinn acknowledged offensive line struggles and potential changes.
