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Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels led the Washington Commanders to a stunning 38-33 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday Night Football. Daniels showcased his dual-threat capability, throwing for two touchdowns and rushing for another, while the Bengals struggled to convert drives into touchdowns. This win improved the Commanders to 2-1, while the Bengals fell to 0-3, raising concerns about their season outlook.
- Jayden Daniels has emerged as a promising quarterback for the Commanders.
- The Bengals' inability to convert drives into touchdowns continues to be a major issue.
Jayden Daniels | QB
Breakout
Week 3
11 carries
40 rush yards
1 rush TDs
254 pass yards
2 pass TDs
- Daniels completed 21 of 23 passes for 254 yards and two touchdowns.
- He also rushed for 40 yards on 11 carries, including a rushing touchdown.
Terry McLaurin | WR
Pickup
Week 3
1 rec TDs
- McLaurin caught a crucial 27-yard touchdown pass from Daniels to seal the win.
- He also had a significant 55-yard reception earlier in the game.
Austin Ekeler | RB
Injury
Week 3
- Ekeler had 119 all-purpose yards before leaving the game with a concussion.
- He showcased his speed with a 24-yard touchdown run in the first quarter.
Joe Burrow | QB
Week 3
- Burrow struggled to find rhythm but connected for two touchdowns with Ja'Marr Chase.
- He led a late-game push but it wasn't enough to secure the win.
Ja'Marr Chase | WR
Week 3
2 rec TDs
- Chase scored two touchdowns on catches of 41 and 31 yards.
- He exploited the Commanders' single-high coverage effectively.
Washington Commanders
- The Commanders have found a promising quarterback in Jayden Daniels.
- Austin Ekeler's injury could impact their offensive strategy moving forward.
Cincinnati Bengals
- The Bengals are struggling with an 0-3 start and need to improve their red zone efficiency.
- Defensive lapses against dual-threat quarterbacks have been costly.