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4 Commanders who put on a show in Week 11 win over Texans

By Jerry Trotta

DETROIT, MI - SEPTEMBER 18: Jonathan Allen #93 of the Washington Commanders gives a pregame speech in the team huddle prior to an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 18, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)
DETROIT, MI - SEPTEMBER 18: Jonathan Allen #93 of the Washington Commanders gives a pregame speech in the team huddle prior to an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 18, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images) /
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Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Jonathan Allen, DT

Forget interior defenders, Jon Allen is one of the game’s premium defensive linemen, edge rushers included. Fresh off his first career Pro Bowl, Allen has played like an All-Pro this season. In the first quarter alone, he notched a tackle for loss and a sack. The TFL was Allen’s 12 of the season; a new single-season career high.

Allen came into the game with 4.5 sacks, 11 tackles for loss, 11 quarterback hits, three passes defended, 34 pressures, an interception (!) and a forced fumble. Allen’s 78.8 player grade — which should be higher — from Pro Football Focus  ranked 10th amongst interior defenders, as did his 82.3 pass rush grade.

How dominant is Allen right now? We’re glad you asked. Any excuse to watch his highlight for the 50th time since kickoff.

Allen is literally out here walking guards into the quarterback. You won’t find a better highlight from a defensive linemen all weekend.

The Commanders’ defense is balling right now, and Allen sets the stage and tone nearly every game. Sounds like an All-Pro to me.

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