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Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera has explained the decision to bench cornerback Emmanuel Forbes, stating that Forbes was struggling and they were hoping he would bounce back from last week. Rivera felt it was time to make a move. Rivera also emphasized the need to evaluate player rotations and ensure they are putting players in positions to be successful. After the game, Rivera mentioned that they played for Dick, although it is unclear who Dick refers to. Rivera's comments suggest that the team is focused on the response and making necessary adjustments.
Ron Rivera on Emmanuel Forbes. (Danny Johnson certainly could play more this week). Again: all about the response. https://t.co/XTFDyCyoK1
Ron Rivera: "We got to look at the rotation of players, look at what we do and make sure, as I said, we’re putting them in position to be successful."
Ron Rivera on benching Emmanuel Forbes: "The thought process was he was struggling. We were hoping he would bounce back from last week and, you know, we felt it was time to make a move."
Ron Rivera on THAT loss: https://t.co/P8pHTyWAZZ
Ron Rivera, after the game: "We did this for Dick."
Ron Rivera at halftime: https://t.co/lNkDWpTh49