Ron Rivera, the head coach of the Washington Commanders, stated that it was his decision to sit Sam Howell, the team's starting quarterback, during a game against the Rams. Rivera emphasized that the decision was made to protect Howell. Despite the benching, Howell is confirmed to remain the starting QB for the Commanders. This decision has sparked debates about Howell's future as the team's franchise quarterback, especially with his recent struggles. The Commanders are under pressure as they approach the end of the season, with uncertainty surrounding Howell's performance and the team's draft position.
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No QB debate here; Howell will start next week as Ron Rivera said. "We have the utmost confidence in him," Terry McLaurin said. "We've got to continue to support him, make the tough plays like we did at the end and make his job easier. "We still wholeheartedly believe in Sam."
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Ron Rivera said it was his decision to sit Howell.
Rivera said sitting Howell was about protecting him. He remains the starter.
Ron Rivera on sitting Sam Howell: "Just really trying to take care of him a little bit." Rivera said Howell is still their starting QB.
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