Transcript: Commanders Head Coach Press Conference





How does the loss this week prepare you for the next game?

This was a type of game where you throw the tape away and get back to practice and raise that level of focus day in and day out.


Can you summarize what it was like playing against the Patriots last week?

Tough game, a game we should have won. It was a defensive battle. Pats hung around and the commanders defense couldn't get off the field to prevent the tie.





Can you talk about what it’s like to prepare to go against a player like Kenneth Walker III?

Great player, great vision as a ball carrier. He is a future Superstar and is a team first player.


What is the status of Efe Obada and when is he set to return?

Efe Obada should be set to return to action next week vs the New York Giants








What were some of the contributing factors to the loss this week?

Defense couldn't stop the run and Geno was perfect playing from inside the pocket.








Are you seeing the speed of the game starting to slow down for some of the rookies?

A little bit, our young team has chances to grow to finish the season to get them ready for next year.




How do you see the competition level in the NFC East currently?

Dallas running away with the division.

Can you describe kind of the energy or the mood and the vibe in the building now coming in the home stretch?

Calm Cool approach. Take every game one play at a time, have a positive mindset for the rest of the season.





The defense is getting a lot of criticism lately for their level of play. Are you planning to make any changes?

We have a lot of young guys. A lot of time our defense is putting our defense in tough positions. We got to be all around better on both sides of the ball.











What are your thoughts about the Seahawks just in general as a team?

Top 2 teams in the league. Geno Smith has this offense humming.


How would you assess where your team is near the halfway point of the season?

Not great, now its time for these new guys to get some more playing time and make the most of it.