Updated
Updated · CBS Sports · Sep 27
Commanders Stun Seahawks 33-31 as Marcus Mariota Throws 3 TDs in Jayden Daniels' Absence
Updated
Updated · CBS Sports · Sep 27

Commanders Stun Seahawks 33-31 as Marcus Mariota Throws 3 TDs in Jayden Daniels' Absence

3 articles · Updated · CBS Sports · Sep 27

Summary

  • Washington pulled off Week 3's biggest upset, beating reigning champion Seattle 33-31 despite Jayden Daniels being out and Sam Darnold returning for the Seahawks.
  • Marcus Mariota made his first start of the season count, throwing three touchdowns to nine different receivers and sealing the win with a crucial third-down scramble.
  • Washington's defense swung the game by holding Seattle to 44 rushing yards and forcing three turnovers, including Kain Medrano's late fourth-quarter pick-six.
  • The result put the 0-2 Commanders in the week's winner circle, while Seattle's loss joined a Sunday slate that also featured five underdog wins.

Insights

Can backup quarterback Marcus Mariota permanently steal the starting job after his stunning three-touchdown upset over Seattle?
How did the Bills defy decades of NFL history to win despite a disastrous five-turnover meltdown against the Chargers?
With the Packers hitting a franchise-low in rushing, is head coach Matt LaFleur's job in jeopardy after a 1-2 start?