Washington Commanders Advance to Divisional Round

The Washington Commanders celebrated a historic 23-20 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, marking their first playoff win since 2005, thanks to rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels' impressive performance. Daniels, who completed 24 of 35 passes for 268 yards and two touchdowns, led a crucial drive that set up kicker Zane Gonzalez for a game-winning 37-yard field goal, which narrowly went in after hitting the goalpost. This win propels the Commanders into the Divisional Round, where they will face the top-seeded Detroit Lions, known for their formidable offense and skilled defensive coordinator. Head coach Dan Quinn emphasizes the need for his players to maintain peak performance as they prepare for this significant challenge. Among those under pressure is veteran defensive tackle Jonathan Allen, who needs to step up after a lackluster showing against Tampa Bay. The Commanders are determined to build on their momentum and continue their playoff run with heightened expectations.