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MADRID \u2013<\/strong>\u00a0Things are going to be different for the\u00a0Washington Commanders\u00a0this week. Will they be more successful? Well, we\u2019ll have to wait and see.<\/p>\n For starters, the head coach is also now calling\u00a0the defense after Dan Quinn relieved Joe Whitt Jr. of those duties following the team\u2019s fifth-straight loss in Week 10.<\/p>\n \u201cIt’s more in the preparation phase,\u201d where the\u00a0changes have occurred, Quinn said ahead of Washington facing off against the Miami Dolphins in Week 11. \u201cI’m always involved with the defense, but team meetings and special teams, and those are staying the same, but just in and out of the practices, and it’s been a big collaboration so far,\u201d he continued.<\/p>\n Clearly, there are changes happening and still to come to the defense, but with the head coach taking more onto his plate, how much of an impact will it have on the offensive side of things?<\/p>\n \u201cNot at all, honestly,\u201d quarterback Marcus Mariota said about that topic. \u201cAnd that’s a credit to him because I think as a head coach now that you’re taking some of those play calling duties over, you would think kind of firsthand that maybe he would, things would be a little different, but it’s been very much the same and it’s a credit to Dan and the defensive staff to allow that to happen and for us as an offense, it\u2019s been status quo and continue to work and build and I think we’re excited to get things going and practice.\u201d<\/p>\n Really, Mariota\u2019s words speak support to Quinn\u2019s assertions that the team\u2019s culture isn\u2019t the problem and that it is very much still intact. And it lends a larger ability to perhaps even see significant changes in the defense because of it, though we\u2019d caution against any hyperbolic thoughts with just under one week to really impact things in Quinn\u2019s newly added role.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve seen several occasions in the past where coaching changes spark increased performances from NFL rosters, even if just for a short period, and that seems to be part of Quinn\u2019s motivation, stating earlier this week that he\u2019s hoping to drum up some more energy and create momentum where none currently exists.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, his offense that scored 22 points with his attention evenly split on game day the last time out, will likely need to exceed at least 25 to have a fighting chance at getting the team\u2019s first win in six tries in Week 11.<\/p>\n San Francisco, CA<\/strong> \u2013 Despite swirling trade rumors surrounding his future with the San Francisco 49ers, quarterback Mac Jones has made it clear that he remains fully committed to the team and is focused on helping the 49ers achieve success this season.<\/p>\n Speaking to reporters earlier this week, Jones addressed the growing speculation that he could attract trade interest during the offseason, a topic that has generated significant buzz around the league. “I\u2019m here to win, and I\u2019m 100% focused on this team,” Jones said. “I\u2019m committed to the 49ers, and I\u2019m not worried about the outside noise. My job is to do everything I can to help this team succeed, and that\u2019s what I\u2019m going to do.”<\/p>\n The 49ers acquired Jones in a trade prior to the 2025 season, with hopes that he would provide stability and leadership under center. While Jones has shown flashes of his potential, the 49ers have faced ups and downs this season, leading some to speculate that the team could explore other options at quarterback moving forward.<\/p>\n However, Jones has remained resolute in his commitment to the 49ers, despite reports linking him to possible trade scenarios. “This team has a lot of talent, and we\u2019re all working toward one goal,” Jones continued. “I know there are rumors, but that\u2019s not my focus. My focus is on being the best quarterback I can be for the 49ers and helping this team get back to where we know we can be.”<\/p>\n 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has also expressed confidence in Jones, acknowledging that while trade speculation is inevitable, the quarterback\u2019s leadership and work ethic have earned him a spot in the team\u2019s plans. “Mac has been a true professional throughout this entire process,” Shanahan said. “He\u2019s dedicated to the team, and we\u2019re confident in his ability to help us succeed as we move forward.”<\/p>\n With the 49ers still in the playoff hunt, Jones\u2019 commitment to the team could be a key factor in their postseason aspirations. While trade rumors will inevitably continue to surface, the quarterback\u2019s resolve to remain with San Francisco signals that he\u2019s all-in on the 49ers’ future.<\/p>\n “I\u2019m proud to be a part of this organization,” Jones added. “We\u2019ve got a special group of guys here, and I\u2019m looking forward to what we can accomplish together.”<\/p>\n As the season progresses, Jones will continue to battle through the speculation, focusing instead on leading the 49ers to a successful conclusion to their 2025 campaign.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" MADRID \u2013\u00a0Things are going to be different for the\u00a0Washington Commanders\u00a0this week. Will they be more successful? Well, we\u2019ll have to wait and see. 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