Packers Win 27-18 Over Commanders, Start Season 2-0

The Green Bay Packers secured a 27-18 victory over the Washington Commanders on Thursday night, improving to 2-0 for the first time since 2020. Quarterback Jordan Love threw for 292 yards and two touchdowns, connecting with tight end Tucker Kraft, who recorded a career-high 124 receiving yards, including a crucial eight-yard touchdown late in the game. The Packers dominated early, building a 14-3 halftime lead with two touchdown drives over 90 yards, highlighted by a 96-yard drive and a 92-yard drive featuring a touchdown run by Josh Jacobs, who extended his consecutive games with a rushing touchdown to ten. Washington struggled offensively in the first half, gaining only 11 yards and forcing multiple punts, but managed two late touchdowns in the final quarter. The Commanders faced critical injuries during the game, including an Achilles tendon injury to running back Austin Ekeler and a quadriceps injury to defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr., which could impact their season. Despite some penalties and special teams mistakes, the Packers’ defense effectively limited Washington to 230 total yards and thwarted their offense, maintaining their dominance at home with a seventh consecutive win over the Commanders.