Commanders player grades through Week 2: Defense and Special Teams
By Jonathan Eig
Joey Slye - Commanders K
- Player Grade: C+
There may be other factors that go into a kicker’s wayward attempts. But the fact remains that Joey Slye has missed two of his six attempts this season.
He is very talented, but I still hold my breath when the game is on the line. Hopefully, it doesn;t cost the Washington Commanders a game or two this season.
Tress Way - Commanders P
- Player Grade: A
No explanation is needed here. But I will say that Tress Way has become one of the best bad-snap holders in the league in addition to being an elite punter.
Camaron Cheeseman - Commanders LS
- Player Grade: D
The Commanders brought in five potential replacements for Camaron Cheeseman this week. That’s not a good sign.
The fact that they chose not to sign them gives the long snapper at least one more week to steady the ship. I suspect he will, but the pressure is on.
Jamison Crowder - Commanders KR
- Player Grade: B-
Who will the punt returner be – Daz Milne or Kazmeir Allen? None of the above.
When veteran Jamison Crowder became available, the Commanders brought him home. It is nice to have a genuine professional return man back there. He may not break a big run, but he will make the right play.
I will not grade Antonio Gibson as a kick returner. He has only had one return through two games. The kickoff return will soon be a thing of the past.
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