Here we are football fans! We’ve arrived at what might be the best weekend of the year. If you’re anything like me, you’ll be glued to your TVs on Saturday and Sunday like the ball was in Sam Darnold’s hands the last two Vikings games — all day long.
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels throws a 5-yard touchdown pass to tight end Zach Ertz. Detroit Lions quarterback Teddy Bridgewater connects with running back Jahmyr Gibbs for a gain of 3 yards. Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels scrambles for 15 yards against the Detroit Lions.
Jayden Daniels passed for two touchdowns, Brian Robinson Jr. rushed for two more and Mike Sainristil had two interceptions to help the Washington Commanders pull off a stunning 45-31 victory over the host Detroit Lions in the NFC divisional round on Saturday night.
The surprising Washington Commanders take on the NFC top seed Detroit Lions in the NFL playoffs’ divisional round. Follow along for live updates, scores and analysis.
Follow live coverage of tonight's playoff game as the Lions and Commanders square off for a spot in the NFC Championship Game
Detroit is looking for a second-straight NFC Championship game appearance, while Washington is looking for a first trip since the 1991 season.
The Lions, the NFC No. 1 seed with a first-round bye, had five turnovers and only three defensive stops as Jayden Daniels and the Commanders tore through Detroit's defense. Detroit turned it over three times,
On Saturday night, the Washington Commanders pulled off an incredible upset of the No. 1 seed Detroit Lions, 45-31. Now, the Commanders will play in the NFC Championship Game for the first time since the 1991 season.
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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs breaks free up the left sideline for a 33-yard rushing gain against the Washington Commanders.