Washington Commanders players and Offensive Coordinator Eric Bieniemy have yet to come to a common denominator. Head Coach Ron Rivera reported this at a press conference.

In this year’s offseason, the Washington Commanders coaching staff led by Head Coach Ron Rivera signed 53-year-old Eric Bieniemy as Offensive Coordinator.

Bieniemy, who served in that role for the Kansas City Chiefs from 2018 to 2022, is expected to give the Washington offense a new look. However, his style of running seems to take some getting used to.

Addressing Bieniemy’s style, Head Coach Rivera said at a press conference, “Some players are struggling under his direction. They were a little worried because the intensity and his coaching style is too harsh. “

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At the same time, Rivera acknowledged that players need to be given some time to adjust, especially if they are coming from college. Besides, players would learn a lot from Bieniemy. Rivera wants to give his coordinators as much leeway as possible and is interested in a harmonious working relationship, he said.

The Commanders face the Cleveland Browns this weekend in the preseason, with the season opener against the Arizona Cardinals coming up on 9/10. By then at the latest, any friction should have been eradicated.