Commanders' $96M edge criticized by NFL analyst after lackluster Week 1 debut
This was not the kind of debut the Commanders were hoping to see.
The Washington Commanders suffered a Week 1 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, 24-22, with their top offseason signing Odafe Oweh failing to meet expectations as a No. 1 edge rusher. NFL analyst Daniel Popper from The Athletic criticized Oweh's performance, stating that he did not live up to the billing of a top-tier defensive player.
Despite having a sack, Popper noted that it was not impressive and that Oweh struggled to get loose from Eagles tackles Jordan Mailata and Lane Johnson. With Oweh making $96 million over the next four years, his underwhelming Week 1 performance raises concerns about whether he can rebound and justify his hefty contract.
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