Best and worst commanders, offensive players against Saints

The Washington Commanders looked to get things going in Week 15 when they headed south to take on the New Orleans Saints. While it was initially considered an easy NFC victory, the game turned out to be quite the opposite as the Commanders barely escaped Creole State with a 20-19 victory after stopping the Saints on a two-point conversion that would have ended up giving Washington an advantage. loss.

The Commanders’ offense has been solid so far this season with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels at the helm, but despite a strong start that saw them go into halftime with a 14-0 lead, the offense disappeared in the second half as they failed to make it 14-0. end zone while only scoring six total points.

Daniels, working with his backup center due to the absence of Tyler Biadasz due to illness, was once again excellent throwing for 226 yards with two touchdowns to Terry McLaurin as the team rushed for a total of 137 yards led by Daniels and Brian Robinson. Jr.

Even though it wasn’t the greatest victory, this victory gives the Commanders a winning season and sets them up well to make the playoffs for the first time since 2020. Here’s how the Washington Commanders’ offensive players fared. ranked during their 20-19 victory against the New Orleans Saints.

T-1. WR Terry McLaurin

December 15, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, United States; Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) celebrates a touchdown against New Orleans Saints cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry (14) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images / Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

PFF category: 74.9

T-1. TE Zach Ertz

November 14, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States; Washington Commanders tackle Zach Ertz (86) against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images / Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

PFF category: 74.9

3. Quarterback Jayden Daniels

December 15, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, United States; Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) scrambles against the New Orleans Saints during the second half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images / Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

PFF category: 74.7

4. LG Nick Allegretti

September 8, 2024; Tampa, Florida, United States; Washington Commanders guard Nick Allegretti (67) calls a play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the fourth quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory credit: Images by Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn / Images by Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn

PFF category: 73.5

5. WR Olamide Zaccheaus

December 15, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, United States; Washington Commanders wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus (14) makes a reception against New Orleans Saints safety Ugo Amadi (0) during the first half which was called back after a penalty at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images / Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

PFF category: 69.1

1. TE Ben Sinnott

September 29, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, United States; Washington Commanders tackle Ben Sinnott (82) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images / Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

PFF category: 44.0

2. C Michael Deiter

September 29, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, United States; Washington Commanders guard Michael Deiter (60) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images / Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

PFF category: 51.7

3. TE John Bates

September 29, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, United States; Washington Commanders tight end John Bates (87) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images / Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

PFF category: 52.5

4. Running back Jeremy McNichols

December 15, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, United States; Washington Commanders running back Jeremy McNichols (26) is forced out of bounds by New Orleans Saints cornerback Kool-Aid McKinstry (14) during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images / Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

PFF category: 54.0

5. RG Sam Cosmi

September 29, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, United States; Washington Commanders guard Sam Cosmi (76) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images / Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

PFF category: 56.0

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