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Washington Commanders Overwhelmed at FedExField by Buffalo Bills

In a challenging Week 3 matchup, the Washington Commanders faced off against the Buffalo Bills at FedExField. The visitors emerged victorious with a commanding score of 37-3, leaving both teams with a 2-1 record for the season.


Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) warms up before an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip Phillip STF AP)

The Washington Commanders struggled to find their rhythm throughout the game. The offense was stifled by an aggressive Bills defense that sacked their quarterback nine times and intercepted four passes, one of which was returned for a touchdown. Despite completing 19 out of 29 pass attempts for a completion percentage of approximately 66 percent, they only managed to accumulate 170 passing yards with an average gain per play sitting at just under five yards.


The running game showed some promise as the Commanders rushed for 105 yards over thirteen attempts, averaging about eight yards per carry. However, they were unable to capitalize on this efficiency and did not score any rushing touchdowns. Their sole points came from a successful field goal attempt from beyond fifty yards.


Defensively, the home team recorded one interception but failed to sack or significantly hurry the opposing quarterback throughout the contest. They made forty-one tackles and defended eight passes but could not contain the Bills' offensive onslaught.


Special teams had mixed results; while they executed two touchbacks on kickoffs and punted effectively with an average net yardage of forty-one per punt, they did not manage any returns on punts or kickoffs that contributed significantly to field position.


Penalties were minimal in this encounter as Washington incurred only two penalties costing them fifteen yards in total. However, these infractions had little impact compared to other aspects of their performance.


Looking ahead after this tough loss at home, fans can catch The Washington Commanders next facing off against Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on October first at noon Eastern Time. This upcoming game will be broadcasted live on FOX network for those eager to watch how The Commanders respond after today's outcome.

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