The Washington Commanders had one of their best defensive performances of the season in Sunday’s 26-6 win over the Dallas Cowboys. Dallas entered the game intent on playing its starters as the Cowboys were still alive for an opportunity to win the NFC East and gain the No. 1 overall seed.
Meanwhile, Washington’s defense was playing without multiple starters, such as Jonathan Allen, Kam Curl, Jamin Davis and Benjamin St-Juste, and were down multiple linebackers, giving an opportunity to David Mayo and Khaleke Hudson, who were both phenomenal.
The Commanders also had a pick-six Sunday, as Kendall Fuller intercepted Dak Prescott and returned it for a touchdown. It was his second interception return for a touchdown this season.
Who were Washington’s top defenders in the season finale? Here are Pro Football Focus’ top 10 defensive players from Sunday’s win over the Cowboys.
10. CB Bobby McCain
Grade: 64.0
9. DE Montez Sweat
Grade: 66.1
8. DE Casey Toohill
Grade: 67.0
7. S Jeremy Reaves
Grade: 69.9
6. DT Daron Payne
Grade: 70.6
5. CB Danny Johnson
Grade: 71.2
4. LB David Mayo
Grade: 74.9
3. DT John Ridgeway
Grade: 77.7
2. S Darrick Forrest
Grade: 78.8
1. CB Kendall Fuller
Grade: 93.3
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