Washington Football Team season-closing positives and negatives

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LANDOVER, MARYLAND – JANUARY 09: Quarterback Taylor Heinicke #4 of the Washington Football Team walks off the field following their loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the NFC Wild Card playoff game at FedExField on January 09, 2021 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images) /

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Positive 1 – Playoff Game

Taylor Heinicke, an unknown quarterback when Santa was delivering gifts around the world, made quite the statement against Tampa Bay. Whether it was solid pinpoint passing to receivers or dashing to the end zone on a visually-pleasing feast for the eyes, Heinicke was able to win the respect of his teammates and adoration from the fans. He is the first positive from the playoff game.

Positive 1 – 2020 Season

It’s been said a countless number of times that defense wins championships and this particular cliché was on full display for the Washington Football Team in 2020. To be specific, it was the domination of the defensive line that fit the definition. The line was a major contributor toward an NFC East title this season and they are the first positive for 2020.

Negative 1 – Playoff Game

The defensive secondary produced their worst game of the season against Tampa Bay and was constantly picked apart by Tom Brady for more than 380 yards. Sure, the linebackers and defensive line did them no favors, but a few good coverage plays could’ve turned the game in Washington’s favor.

Negative 1 – 2020 Season

Shaun Dion Hamilton was expected to take on a greater role in 2020 after Josh Harvey-Clemons decided to take the COVID opt-out exception for the season. Hamilton rarely played and had little to no impact. He was released on Monday and it honestly comes as no surprise.

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