Sam Cosmi delivered a motivational speech to his teammates after the Commanders' narrow loss to the Steelers, emphasizing the need to avoid the "snowball effect" of defeat ahead of their upcoming game against the Eagles. Having experienced significant struggles during his first three seasons, Cosmi highlighted the cultural shift within the team under coach Dan Quinn and general manager Adam Peters, noting that while they may not be the most talented squad, they are hard-working and committed to winning. His leadership and the team's collective frustration with the loss reflect their growing determination to succeed.