Deebo Samuel Struggles as Commanders Face Lions

LANDOVER, Md. — Deebo Samuel had a tough start in the Week 10 game for the Washington Commanders against the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon. With the team missing its top wide receiver, Terry McLaurin, due to injury, more was expected from Samuel. Additionally, quarterback Jayden Daniels was sidelined after suffering a dislocated elbow last week.

The game took a rough turn for Washington early on as they struggled to find momentum against the Lions. Samuel, who was active in the lineup, remained unproductive in the first half. He finally saw action late in the second quarter, catching a five-yard pass, but his overall performance did not meet expectations.

With McLaurin out, the Lions could focus their defense on Samuel, making it challenging for him to find open space. To make matters worse, the team had to adjust to backup quarterback Marcus Mariota. Samuel has been a key player for the Commanders, but his recent output has not shown that consistency, raising concerns for the team’s offensive strategy moving forward.

“We need Deebo to step up in games like this,” said a source close to the Commanders. “With key players injured, every touch matters.” Samuel has been held back in recent weeks, accumulating just seven catches for 26 yards over the last two games. His role in the offense needs to change as the team approaches the second half of the season.

As the game progressed, the Commanders continued to face challenges, and Samuel’s performance remained below par, prompting doubts about how they will adjust offensively going forward. The week ahead will be crucial for the team and their ability to address the inconsistencies shown on the field.