3 winners (and 4 losers) from Commanders' defeat at the Ravens in Week 6
By Dean Jones
Winner No. 2
Terry McLaurin - Commanders WR
The Washington Commanders didn't win, but it wasn't for a lack of trying. Their offense was largely efficient despite being restricted against the league's most dominant run defense. Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels produced another accomplished display on the road. He was aided by another impressive outing from Pro Bowl wide receiver Terry McLaurin.
McLaurin has come into his own over the last month. The wideout remains one of the NFL's most underrated options despite the increasing national adulation coming Washington's way. His assured hands and ability to come up with sensational catches in critical moments were evident once again at M&T Bank Stadium.
The former third-round selection out of Ohio State brought in six receptions from seven targets for 53 receiving yards and two touchdowns. McLaurin made the most of the slightest windows and continued his encouraging chemistry with Daniels for good measure.
Washington has a stretch of contests upcoming where more success can arrive. If McLaurin continues his outstanding run of form, the Commanders should get back to winning ways quickly.
Loser No. 3
Benjamin St-Juste - Commanders CB
It was a difficult afternoon for the Commanders' secondary. Things started well with an interception from rookie second-rounder Mike Sainristil, but things descended into chaos for the unit quickly after that. Joe Whitt Jr.'s group looked outmatched and overwhelmed against one of the league's most prolific offenses. Very few emerged from the game with credit and there is a significant amount of hard work ahead.
Benjamin St-Juste won't be looking back at this one with much fondness. The veteran cornerback was targeted as a weak link by the Ravens and suffered accordingly. Whenever Lamar Jackson needed a big play, he typically looked for anyone being covered by the former third-round selection out of Minnesota.
St-Juste was torched by wide receiver Zay Flowers throughout the first half. The player's confidence notably waned throughout. That's not what the Commanders wanted to see from their most experienced and physical defensive back versus such stout opposition.
This is a body blow for St-Juste's chances of getting another deal next spring. He's not a No. 1 option even though the Commanders are forcing him to be one. Things better improve - and quickly - to avoid similar misfortune in the coming weeks.