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Five Takes: Allen, Bills hoping to remain red-hot against unbeaten Commanders, vaunted pass rush

‘The aforementioned Washington defensive front four is among the most fearsome in the league, equipped with top-tier talent at both the defensive tackle position and on the edge, including former second overall pick defensive end Chase Young, who returned from a Week 1 injury to record 1.5 sacks against the Broncos in Week 2. The Commanders recorded 7 sacks against Denver, with two other former first-round picks getting in on the action — DE Montez Sweat, who equaled Young’s 1.5 sacks, and DT Daron Payne, who finished with 1 sack. Washington’s other starting defensive lineman, Jonathan Allen, ended the game without a sack but recorded 1 the week before against the Arizona Cardinals.’

Sunday’s Washington Coverage

The Commanders’ fearsome front four is reunited. Opponents, beware. (Washington Post)
Stats of the week: Buffalo is a challenge and a measuring stick (Washington Post)
Three keys to the Bills/Commanders game (Fredericksburg Free Lance Star)
10 things to know before Commanders vs. Bills (WRC-TV)
Commanders intend to have leveled expectations despite 2-0 record (Commanders.com)
Commanders elevate Alex Armah to active roster (Commanders.com)
Commanders vs. Bills preview | Taking on a Super Bowl contender (Commanders.com)
Three keys to the Commanders taking down the Bills (Commanders.com)

Opinion: Capaccio: Bills at Commanders: Sal’s keys, notes and stats

‘The Commanders have one of the best defensive lines in the entire NFL, with Chase Young and Montez Sweat on the edges and Daron Payne and Jonathan Allen inside, all former first round picks. The Bills offensive line will have its hands full. Each one of them has the capability of taking over a game and wrecking an opponent’s game plan. Offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey needs to have a plan to neutralize all four of them at once. That’s a tough ask. But if he can do it, and the line can execute, it will go a long, long way towards helping the Bills to a victory.’

Opinion: Bills’ run game could be best since drought years

‘The Bills are running 12-personnel (two tight ends) 50% of the time in 2023, compared to just 6% in 2022. They’ve gone from the team using the least 12-personnel to one of the team’s using it the most, and it’s helping their run game.’

Bills look to stay consistent on the road vs. Commanders

‘It’ll now be the second time in three weeks that the Bills are facing one of the top defensive lines in the league. In fact. Josh Allen called the Commanders’ defensive front, one of, if not the toughest unit in the NFL.’

Thad’s Three Things: Bills at Commanders

‘The Bills had what appeared to be a few coverage breakdowns deep down the field against the Raiders. Some may have been a lean into overplaying the shorter throws and daring Jimmy Garoppolo to beat Buffalo deep. Jimmy G. would not try those throws. Sam Howell will.’

Weather, Washington D-line present challenges for Bills in Week 3 matchup with Commanders

‘”It’s one of the best groups, if not the best group, in the league,” Allen said. “Up front, they’re all big, fast, powerful, explosive, they all can get after the quarterback — so (we’re) trying to make sure they don’t take over the game, because they have the ability to do that. Making sure we’re dialed in, communicating well — and ultimately, the team that best executes on Sunday’s going to win the game.”‘

Commanders feeling confident with young QB heading into matchup with Bills

‘”He seems like he’s playing pretty confident,” Bills safety Jordan Poyer said. “He’s got really good arm strength, he can move around in the pocket, he can make plays with his legs sometimes, and he’s going to throw the football and trust his playmakers to go up and make plays.”‘

Buffalo Bills at Washington Commanders – Week 3 preview

‘Gabe Davis is coming off a 92-yard outing against the Raiders and could be in for another big game against Washington. The Commanders have a tough defensive front, but an iffy secondary, something the Bills could take advantage of. If the Bills choose to take a few extra deep shots, Davis is likely to be targeted.’

Top 5 Storylines for Bills at Commanders | Week 3

‘It marks the first time Bills QB Josh Allen has played on the road against the Commanders in his career and the 16th all-time meeting between Buffalo and Washington. The Bills hold a 10-5 edge.’

5 things to watch for in Bills at Washington | Week 3

‘For the second time in the season’s first three weeks, the Bills offense will be facing a formidable defensive front. Washington boasts four first-round picks across their defensive line in Montez Sweat, Da’Ron Payne, Jonathan Allen and Chase Young. The quartet has combined for 6.5 sacks, 12 quarterback pressures and two forced fumbles through their first two games.’