Commanders Adjust Without Luvu and Okonkwo | Washington Commanders News

0:00On September 18th, all right, let's talk about the commanders lineup for their upcoming game against the Cowboys. Two key players, linebacker Frankie Luvu and Titan Chig Okonko are officially out for Sunday. This definitely shakes things up for Washington heading into a big divisional matchup. On the offensive side, losing Okonko means the commanders will need other Titans to step up. We're looking at guys like John Bates, who's more of a blocker, but is shown he can make plays when targeted. There's also Ben Sinett, who the coaches have been hyping up for his progress during training camp. They've got depth at this position, so they're hoping to manage without Okonko. Defensively, Frankie Luvu's absence is a big deal, especially with his blitzing and play-calling ability. The team plans to lean on Leo Chinole and sunny styles to feel that void. Styles, in particular, showed a lot of promise when he took over the defensive signal, calling last game, even racking up a sack and a couple of. Styles for a loss. It seems like the coaching staff is confident and Styles' ability to handle a bigger role.

1:04They've been impressed with his preparation and how he's been able to step into those key defensive responsibilities. This could be a sign of more opportunities for him moving forward as they figure out how to best use his athleticism and football IQ. So, while it's never ideal to lose starters, the commanders seem to have a plan in place with their remaining roster. We'll see how these adjustments play out on the field against Dallas. Team coverage. Powered by AI. This is Washington Commander's News Today.