The unit had a big game against the Commanders with TreVeyon Henderson's 100-yard touchdown return, and veteran running back Antonio Gibson had a return for 62 yards. The blocking on both kickoffs was superb. Springer deserves a lot of credit for his unit staying disciplined and making big plays.

The New England Patriots opened preseason action on Friday with a 48-18 win over the Washington Commanders at Gillette Stadium.

Quarterbacks Drake Maye and Joshua Dobbs both scored touchdowns on scrambles, and the Patriots’ starting defense was stout against a Commanders offense that started Sam Hartman at quarterback. Undrafted rookie wide receiver Efton Chism, running back Terrell Jennings and rookie Lan Larison got in the end zone in the second half.