Commanders Narrow Gap Against 49ers with Late Touchdowns

The Commanders have made a comeback against the 49ers, reducing a 20-3 halftime deficit to 23-17 in the fourth quarter.

Jayden Daniels connected with Stefon Diggs for a 1-yard touchdown pass just before the end of the third quarter and later threw a 9-yard touchdown pass to Rachaad White with 9:22 left in the game. The scoring drive included a crucial illegal contact penalty on Renardo Green and a roughing the passer call on Osa Odighizuwa.

In the first half, the Commanders managed only 17 plays for 90 yards, but improved significantly in the second half with 25 plays totaling 145 yards. Daniels has completed 22 of 27 passes for 217 yards and two touchdowns.