Falcons vs. Commanders score, takeaways: Washington punches postseason ticket with overtime win
The Washington Commanders are back in the playoffs. Despite an inspired performance by Falcons rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr., Washington prevailed in overtime after their rookie quarterback, Jayden Daniels,
Falcons most to blame for Week 17 OT loss to Commanders
Also, the Falcons defense allowing the Commanders to convert a fourth-and-5 on their own 39 late in the third quarter was a huge turning point in the third quarter. Down 17-14, Daniels hit running back Jeremy McNichols for the conversion that then led to the go-ahead touchdown.
The Falcons were outscored 23-7 after halftime, mismanaged the clock and fumbled away the NFC South lead entering Week 18.
If the Atlanta Falcons finish second in the NFC South, they'll face Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders again on their 2025 schedule.
Even in their loss to the Commanders, the Falcons look to have made the right call between Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr.
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