Quick facts, numbers from Commanders' preseason win over Dolphins
Some quick facts and numbers from the Commanders' preseason-opening win over the Dolphins.
The Washington Commanders secured a 20-7 preseason victory over the Miami Dolphins at Northwest Stadium on Friday night. Rookie coordinators Daronte Jones and David Blough made their debut as NFL coordinators for the Commanders. Rookie running back Kaytron Allen was heavily featured, rushing for 85 yards on 23 carries, including a 16-yard touchdown run.
Undrafted rookie RB Robert Henry Jr. made a significant impact as well, gaining 75 yards on 12 carries, including a 22-yard touchdown run and a 30-yard kickoff return. Rookie quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis played his first NFL action, completing six of 10 passes for 87 yards. Both kickers, Jake Moody and Drew Stevens, successfully converted their one attempt each.
The Commanders' defense intercepted Dolphins quarterbacks three times, including Quan Martin, Malik Spencer, and Ale Kaho. Linebacker Kain Medrano had a notable missed interception. Defensive lineman Ricky Barber excelled, recording five tackles, including three solo, and a quarterback sack. Linebacker Shy Tuttle and tight end Colson Yankoff also contributed with three tackles and a block, respectively.
Backup quarterback Marcus Mariota started after Jayden Daniels left the game due to a knee injury. The Commanders will face the Detroit Lions next Saturday.
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