Packers Secure 2-0 Start with 27-18 Win over Commanders, Who Lose Two Key Players

The Green Bay Packers secured a 27-18 victory over the Washington Commanders, improving to 2-0 for the first time since 2020. Quarterback Jordan Love threw for 292 yards and two touchdowns, connecting notably with tight end Tucker Kraft, who caught six passes for a career-high 124 yards, including an 8-yard touchdown that helped stifle the Commanders' late comeback attempt. The Packers built a commanding 14-3 halftime lead with two long touchdown drives, and running back Josh Jacobs contributed 84 yards and a touchdown on the ground. The Commanders struggled early, gaining just 11 yards in the first quarter and were hampered by key injuries to running back Austin Ekeler and defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. Despite a fourth-quarter rally led by Jayden Daniels with two touchdown passes, Washington could not overcome the deficit. The victory extended Green Bay's dominance at Lambeau Field against Washington, marking their seventh straight home win over the Commanders, who have not won on the road against the Packers since 1988.