Indianapolis, Indiana – The Washington Commanders have made significant strides in improving their workplace culture under new team owner Josh Harris. After ranking as the worst in the league last year, the Commanders have climbed to 11th place in the NFLPA’s annual “report card” survey.

Under first-year head coach Dan Quinn, the Commanders turned their fortunes around, going from a 4-13 record to 12-5 and making an appearance in the NFC title game. The team also made improvements in areas such as food services, travel, and family accommodations, elevating their workplace grade from an F-minus to a B.

On the other hand, the New York Jets saw a decline in their ranking, falling from 21st to 29th. Players reported concerns about team owner Woody Johnson’s unwillingness to invest in improvements and the lack of a positive culture and commitment to building a competitive team.

In the third year of the report-card survey process, the players union polled over 1,600 total respondents, gathering feedback from players across the league. The Miami Dolphins maintained their status as the league’s best workplace, followed by the Minnesota Vikings, Atlanta Falcons, Las Vegas Raiders, and Los Angeles Chargers.

The Arizona Cardinals received the lowest grade for their workplace, followed by the New England Patriots, Cleveland Browns, Jets, and Pittsburgh Steelers. However, players acknowledged the efforts teams have made to improve working conditions, with a significant increase in grades of A-minus or higher.

Sanitary and safety conditions have also shown improvement across teams, addressing issues such as dirty shower water, rats, and unstable floorboards. While some challenges remain, the focus on creating a positive and supportive work environment for players is evident throughout the league.