After Sam Howell dropped back to throw 52 times compared to 19 rushing attempts in the Washington Commanders' latest loss, Ron Rivera defended the pass-heavy approach rather than criticizing the decision not to run the ball more.
Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell looks to pass under pressure from New York Giants linebacker Jihad Ward during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. **FILE**After Sam Howell dropped back to throw 52 times compared to 19 rushing attempts in the Washington Commanders’ latest loss, Ron Rivera defended the pass-heavy approach rather than criticizing the decision not to run the ball more.
With new ownership led by Josh Harris now running the show, that future could come with a different front office and coaching staff that doesn’t include Rivera or offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. This is Rivera’s fourth season in charge in Washington and could be the third in that time without a playoff appearance.
Rivera stopped short of declaring Howell the starter for the rest of the season, barring unforeseen events. The blame ranges from Howell holding on to the ball too long to the remade offensive line not giving him ample opportunity to find open receivers.
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