Commanders’ Whitt makes it clear that only one thing matters

The Commanders’ defensive coordinator made it clear that only one thing matters.

In the last four weeks, the sports media world has repeatedly talked about Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders’ offense.

Commanders defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr. was asked about this Thursday at his press conference.

“Oh, I’m not necessarily looking for any type of attention,” Whitt said. “I’m looking for better play. Jayden, he’s getting all the attention that he’s getting because he’s played outstanding and that’s what comes with it. So, the only thing I care about is winning football games and I’m glad he’s our quarterback, and so we’re trending the right way the last couple weeks.

Whitt likes that the Commanders’ defense has played better the last two weeks, limiting the Cardinals to 14 points and the Browns to 13.

“And it’s going to keep going that way for the defense. We’re going to start making a little bit more splash, getting this ball. The physicality is definitely there, but I don’t care about being in darkness or light, I just care about winning. That’s the only thing I really care about.”

But this game is certainly a big one. It’s the top CBS game this week, with Jim Nantz and Tony Romo calling the game in Baltimore against the Ravens (3-2).

Dan Quinn clearly stated the game was not a measuring stick for his team, and on Thursday, Whitt did the same.

“I’m excited every time we step on the field, we’re not using Baltimore or anybody necessarily as a measuring stick. It’s the next game, you know what I’m saying? So, whenever we get out there on the field, we’re excited because it’s the next game, because anybody in this league can beat you, so you can’t get high or low. We try to stay even keel, prepare for the next opponent, and that’s the biggest game that we have because it’s the next game. So, it doesn’t really change because there’s a dynamic player in Lamar Jackson who we have a ton of respect for…”