# Commanders Coach Says He Knew Fourth Down

> Washington coach Dan Quinn insists he knew it was fourth down after viral clip.
- Title: Commanders Coach Says He Knew Fourth Down · Newsweek
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- Author: Aman Sharma
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## Washington coach says he knew fourth down
Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn told reporters after the 23-17 defeat to the San Francisco 49ers he knew his offense faced fourth down in the second quarter.

> I definitely knew it was fourth down
## Viral clip shows surprise reaction
ESPN’s broadcast caught Quinn on the sideline with a surprised reaction after a touchdown attempt fell incomplete and a flag for illegal shift came out against Washington.
## Quinn explains penalty impact
Quinn said someone on the headset asked whether the kicking unit could still come out after the flag, and he was explaining the ball would go back to San Francisco regardless.
## Key takeaway

Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said he knew it was fourth down despite viral clip suggesting surprise.