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Washington Commanders Overpower Arizona Cardinals in a Dominant Display

The Washington Commanders have improved their season record to 3-1 after a commanding victory over the Arizona Cardinals, who now sit at 1-3. The final score reflected the Commanders' dominance on both sides of the ball, ending at 42-14.


Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) escapes the tackle of Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Roy Lopez (98) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Commanders' Offensive Onslaught


The Commanders' offense was firing on all cylinders, amassing a total of 449 yards. Quarterback Jayden Daniels showcased his efficiency and versatility, completing an impressive 87 percent of his passes for 233 yards and adding one touchdown pass to his tally. However, it was not just through the air that Washington made their mark; they also dominated on the ground. The team rushed for a total of 216 yards, with running back Jeremy McNichols leading the charge by scoring two touchdowns and accumulating 68 rushing yards on eight attempts.


Receiver Olamide Zaccheaus emerged as Daniels' top target, racking up 85 receiving yards on six catches. Terry McLaurin also made significant contributions with seven receptions for 52 yards and securing one touchdown. This balanced attack kept the Cardinals' defense guessing throughout the game.


Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) is sacked against the Washington Commanders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Defensive Prowess Keeps Cardinals at Bay


On defense, Washington was equally impressive. They racked up four sacks and forced three fumbles while limiting Arizona to just two touchdowns. Dorance Armstrong stood out with 1.5 sacks and three quarterback hits, showcasing relentless pressure that disrupted Arizona's offensive rhythm all game long.


Linebacker Frankie Luvu was instrumental in stifling Arizona's offense as well; he recorded half a sack and forced one fumble while recovering another himself—contributions that directly impacted the momentum of the game.


Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, left, leaps into the end zone for a touchdown as Arizona Cardinals safety Jalen Thompson (34) defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Looking Ahead


The Washington Commanders will look to continue their winning ways when they host the Cleveland Browns at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. Fans can catch this matchup live on FOX at 1:00 PM EDT on October 6th.


This upcoming home game presents an opportunity for Washington to solidify their position early in the season against an AFC opponent. With strong performances from both sides of the ball against Arizona still fresh in memory, fans have much to anticipate as they prepare to support their team once again.

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