# Washington Commanders Blitz Rate Problem

> Commanders' pass rush struggles despite high blitz percentage.
- Title: Washington Commanders Blitz Rate Problem | Shortify
- Summary: Commanders' pass rush struggles despite high blitz percentage. Washington Commanders rank second in NFL blitz percentage but lack pressure and sacks due to…
- Keywords: washington commanders, dan quinn, tanner mckee, eagles, blitz percentage, pass rush, defensive coordinator, jer'zhan newton, javon kinlaw, charles omenihu, sports, Washington
- Source: Washington Commanders On SI — https://si.com/nfl/commanders/onsi/commanders-quinn-blitz-pass-rush
- Published: 2026-10-29T11:39:42+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: washington commanders, dan quinn, tanner mckee, eagles, blitz percentage, pass rush, defensive coordinator, jer'zhan newton, javon kinlaw, charles omenihu, sports
## Blitz Rate Paradox
Washington Commanders rank second in NFL blitz percentage behind Minnesota Vikings but tied for 14th in pressures and 22nd in sacks.
## Game Context
Washington has played six games while some teams have played seven, and pressure/sack totals include non-blitz plays.
## Quinn's Focus
Commanders HC Dan Quinn identified coordination between rush and coverage as an area the staff examined during the bye.
## Newton's Return
Washington opened defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton's 21-day window to return after pectoral surgery.
## Rotation Questions
Javon Kinlaw missed practice due to knee injury, Charles Omenihu limited with groin/ankle issues, raising rotation concerns.
## Quinn's Goal
Quinn needs to disrupt Tanner McKee's timing to cover quick throws before the rush arrives.
## Game Impact
At 1-4-1, Washington needs sacks, hurried incompletions, and pressure to end possessions against McKee on Sunday.
## Key takeaway

Washington Commanders rank second in NFL blitz percentage but lack pressure and sacks due to coordination issues with coverage.