Commanders' Ron Rivera admits fault after quarterback remark: 'I had a mea culpa moment'

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Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera seemingly apologized Tuesday after admitting to being a "distraction" for the team after his controversial remarks surrounding the team’s struggles and Carson Wentz. 

Rivera was questioned Monday about the success of other teams in the NFC East and why he felt they were "farther ahead" than the Commanders.

Carson Wentz #11 of the Washington Commanders reacts after a throw during the fourth quarter against the Tennessee Titans at FedExField on Oct. 9, 2022 in Landover, Maryland. (Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

"Quarterback," Rivera answered shortly. 

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When pressed further, specifically about the Dallas Cowboys who have won four straight with backup quarterback Cooper Rush, Rivera defended his response saying that Rush has been in that system for some time. 

"The truth is that this is a quarterback driven league and if you look at the teams that have been able to sustain success — they’ve been able to build it around a specific quarterback." 

Carson Wentz #11 of the Washington Commanders talks with head coach Ron Rivera during the first half against the Tennessee Titans at FedExField on Oct. 9, 2022 in Landover, Maryland. (Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

During an appearance on the "The Don Geronimo Show" Tuesday, Rivera further explained what he meant after his comments were taken as a slight against Wentz, who has struggled in his first season in Washington. 

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"My whole point being is that when you have a quarterback that’s been around and been in your building for a specific