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Coverage dated October 20, 2026

Commanders’ Dan Quinn Insists He Knew It Was Fourth Down After Viral Clip

Headline from Newsweek

Dan Quinn’s sideline reaction in the Commanders’ loss to the 49ers had fans lip-reading. Here’s what he says happened.

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  1. Fox News

    Commanders' Dan Quinn appears to lose track of downs one week after clock debacle – but he has an explanation (opens Fox News)

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    Fox News's feed description

    Dan Quinn's apparent gaffe on Monday Night Football sparked game management blame on ESPN but coach explained what really happened after the game.

  2. New York Post

    Dan Quinn ‘definitely knew it was 4th down’ after lip readers questioned Commanders bizarre play (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    Someone has some explaining to do – again.

  3. Newsweek

    Commanders’ Dan Quinn Insists He Knew It Was Fourth Down After Viral Clip (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    Dan Quinn’s sideline reaction in the Commanders’ loss to the 49ers had fans lip-reading. Here’s what he says happened.

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