What Washington Commanders news is making headlines as the New York Giants’ Week 7 preparations reach their final stages?
The Washington Commanders are in the final stages of planning before heading to the bright lights of New York (or New Jersey, to be precise) for their crucial divisional clash with the Giants. It’s a competition they can win if everyone meets expectations, but complacency can’t become a problem with such a heated rivalry between the two teams for decades.
Until then, stories sparking conversation include Ron Rivera’s prospects of retaining his head coaching job beyond 2023, Kendall Fuller’s status, Sam Howell on adjustments and speculation linking the Commanders to legendary figurehead Bill Belichick.
Let’s look at each topic in more detail.
There has been a moderate level of concern this week regarding cornerback Kendall Fuller. The veteran is performing at an extremely high level this season, so seeing him miss a second straight day of practice due to a knee issue.
Given the growing struggles rookie Emmanuel Forbes is currently experiencing, Washington’s commanders need Fuller more than ever. But the former third-round pick allayed any concerns by personally declaring in the locker room Thursday that he will be on the field in Week 7 with the New York Giants.
Kendall Fuller (knee) on his availability for Sunday: “Yeah, I’ll be there.”
– Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) October 19, 2023
Obviously, if the medical staff has concerns, this will not be the case. However, Fuller knows his body better than anyone, so his confidence gives hope that he can suit up and make a lasting contribution.
