Commanders leader lays down ruthless law with jobs on the line after humiliation

A dismal preseason loss against the New England Patriots was a brutal wake-up call for the Washington Commanders. And one of the franchise's longest-serving players issued a passionate rallying cry to ensure the same doesn't happen again.

Head coach Dan Quinn was not happy with the execution and overall effort from his squad. This is not what he worked so hard to build during Washington's memorable 2024 campaign. Standards slipped dramatically, and it didn't matter if 30 players weren't suited up for the clash.

Second-year general manager Adam Peters also didn't think much of the performance. He's made a flurry of transactions in recent days, which should raise urgency considerably for those fighting with everything they have to stick around.

Jeremy Reaves urges Commanders teammates to seize the moment and avenge Patriots embarrassment

Jeremy Reaves was one of the few players to emerge with credit at Gillette Stadium. He knows what it's like to rise from obscurity and overcome significant adversity. The All-Pro special teamer implored his teammates to make every snap count. Otherwise, it could be their last.

You have to understand, and I might understand it better than a lot of guys, that this is a small window. This is a very small, tight window where you never know when your last play could be. Just going out there, playing every play like it's your last. Make sure that when you get off that grass, you leave it all out there. I think a lot of guys are understanding that now. This is a business, and you have to perform at this business. Because if you don't, you won't be here. The standard is the standard. No matter who it is or where you came from.Jeremy Reaves via 7News DC