The Washington Commanders looked like they were in business on offense late in the second quarter when they recovered a Rams’ fumble. Unfortunately, Washington’s offense wasn’t up for the challenge, going three-and-out for the second time after a turnover in Sunday’s game.
That led to Washington punter Tress Way, arguably the best player on the team, coming on the field for his fourth punt of the game. However, long snapper Camaron Cheeseman skipped the ball back to Way, who had to land on it to prevent further disaster. In doing so, a Los Angeles defender landed on Way. He lay on the field for several minutes before being helped off the field.
Just before halftime, Way entered Washington’s locker room, where he was checked for a concussion.
The Rams took possession of the ball deep in Washington territory at the 25-yard line. Fortunately for the Commanders, they held the Rams to another field goal, making it 13-0.
The bad snaps remain an issue for Cheeseman. Yet, head coach Ron Rivera never seems too concerned when questioned about it and refuses to bring in competition.
Cheeseman was a sixth-round pick in the 2021 NFL draft. Not only was it a surprise that Washington drafted a long snapper, but that it traded up in the draft to select Cheeseman.
It hasn’t worked out.
In some good news, Way has been cleared to return. The Commanders will certainly need him.
Way has been cleared to return https://t.co/vQVTRPcnjT
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) December 17, 2023
