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ArticleLeo Chenal: Commanders' revamped defense has 'a bunch of dogs'Captured July 19, 2026

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defensive backs Ahkello Witherspoon, Amik Robertson, Rasul Douglas and Nick Cross

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Signed to Commanders' revamped defense under Daronte Jones

Nick Cross was signed by Washington as a defensive back in the offseason as part of a complete defensive overhaul under new coordinator Daronte Jones, who worked the past four seasons in Minnesota under Brian Flores' attacking defensive scheme.

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Nick CrossPositiveRole

Commanders safety Nick Cross received a sizable free-agent contract and is expected to be a potential starter under new defensive coordinator Jones.

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Nick CrossPositiveDepth Chart

Cross, age 25, is part of the Commanders' youth infusion on defense, brought in as part of their defensive overhaul.

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Nick CrossPositiveMatchup

Cross was added to the Commanders' 2026 defense and is expected to provide the experience and flexibility needed to handle the Falcons' heavy-personn...

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Nick CrossNegativeBust

Proven starter with glaring coverage issues; bust risk despite new deal.

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Amon-Ra St. BrownPositiveRole

Johnson cites St. Brown's elite traits as comparison for Burden's potential.

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Mason TiptonPositiveRole

Tipton part of Saints' best WR depth in years alongside Olave and rookie trio.

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