Commanders' quiet roster move tightens the screws on a struggling unit

The Washington Commanders need a massive spark from somewhere. A season that promised the world has delivered very little, and drastic measures are already being taken in pursuit of turning the tide. Dan Quinn is taking over defensive play-calling from Joe Whitt Jr., a move the coordinator saw coming after a disastrous outing against the Detroit Lions. And another quiet roster decision from the Commanders could alter the dynamic in one underperforming offensive area. The Commanders elevated running back Chase Edmonds from the practice squad for their Week 11 contest against the Miami Dolphins. Although the dual-threat weapon hasn't played a competitive NFL snap since 2023, his previous connection to offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury from their time together on the Arizona Cardinals raises intrigue considerably. Edmonds was signed to the practice squad earlier this season. It went overlooked, but it provided the former Fordham standout with a route back into the league. He's taken time to pick things up,