Commanders running backs Kaytron Allen and Robert Henry Jr. combined for 160 rushing yards and the team’s defense stifled the Dolphins en route to a 20-7 win in the first of three preseason games.
The two teams met earlier this week for a joint practice in Ashburn. While Washington outplayed Miami during that session, Friday’s game was a different kind of matchup as both teams leaned heavily on their reserves — Washington held 29 players out of the contest.
Here are five takeaways from the night: