3 reasons the Washington Commanders will beat the Cardinals in Week 4

Commanders OL continues its run dominance

One of the biggest surprises this season thus far has been the play of the offensive line. With several new tweaks, they are quietly playing some very good football. It's been a long time since the Washington Commanders had protection to be proud of, but this unit is on the right track.

They gave Jayden Daniels some exceptional pockets to throw from. But where they have been dominant is in the run game.

They are simply displacing people. Picking up defensive linemen and setting them down in another place. Mixed with Brian Robinson Jr. and Austin Ekeler, it is a recipe for success.

Without Ekeler this weekend, the Commanders will be missing a key link to the offense. But with the play of the offensive line in the run game so far, it shouldn't stop Washington from asserting itself against the Arizona Cardinals' front seven.

Adam Peters and Dan Quinn seem to have pressed every single correct button as regards the protection this offseason. Tyler Biadasz has been a godsend at the center spot and is likely the primary reason for the huge change. The same could be said for left guard Nick Allegretti. On Ekeler's long touchdown run last Monday, the hole they created was absurd.

Combined with Sam Cosmi at right guard and rookie Brandon Coleman coming along nicely at left tackle, is it possible that the offensive line has been fixed? Even Andrew Wylie is playing better. Hard to believe, but true.

The Cardinals are giving up a 123.3 yards per game on the ground. The Commanders are currently fifth in the league in rushing yards per game.

Except the Commanders to test the Cardinals' front early. And not only with Robinson Jr. Wouldn't it be something if just one week after showing off his arm talent - Daniels reminds the NFL that he's potentially the second-best running quarterback in the league?