The Washington Commanders faced off against the Cincinnati Bengals in an intense game that saw LSU’s two Heisman Trophy-winning quarterbacks, Jayden Daniels and Joe Burrow, put on a stellar offensive display. Ultimately, the Commanders emerged victorious with a 38-33 win, with Daniels narrowly outpitching Burrow.
Burrow had an impressive game, completing 29-of-38 passes for 324 yards and three touchdowns. He managed to bring the Bengals within five points with his second touchdown pass to Ja’Marr Chase in the fourth quarter. On the other hand, Daniels set an NFL rookie-record with a 91 percent passing completion rate, going 21 of 23. He sealed the victory with a 27-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin late in the game.
Ja’Marr Chase was a standout player for the Bengals, finishing the game with six catches for 118 yards and two touchdowns. Burrow connected with Chase for a 31-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter, showcasing their chemistry on the field. The Bengals’ offense totaled 436 yards, with Chase contributing 118 receiving yards and the team rushing for 124 yards.
Evan McPherson had a significant milestone in the game, as his 28-yard field goal marked his 100th career field goal attempt. The Bengals’ defensive duo of Logan Wilson and Germaine Pratt combined for 18 tackles, with each player recording nine tackles to lead the team.
Despite the Bengals’ strong offensive performance, they fell short against the Commanders. Head Coach Zac Taylor expressed the need for the team to create their own opportunities and dictate the tempo of the game to secure wins. Quarterback Joe Burrow remained optimistic about the season ahead, emphasizing the importance of overcoming adversity and improving each week. Safety Geno Stone acknowledged the competitiveness of the NFL and the team’s potential to turn close losses into victories.
Moving forward, the Bengals will look to build on their strong offensive showing and address areas of improvement on both sides of the ball. With division games on the horizon, the team remains focused on getting better and bouncing back from a challenging 0-3 start to the season. As the Bengals continue to work on their game plan and execution, fans can expect an exciting and competitive season ahead.