5 winners (and 2 losers) from Commanders' blowout win vs. the Browns

Winner No. 3

Frankie Luvu - Commanders LB

The Washington Commanders' defense has come on significantly over the last fortnight. Joe Whitt Jr. simplified the schematic concepts and it's paid off handsomely. They completely dominated the Cleveland Browns from start to finish, restricting the ground game and making life extremely uncomfortable for veteran quarterback Deshaun Watson throughout.

There were plenty of valuable contributors, but Frankie Luvu was the standout once again. The ferocious linebacker was at his relentless best in Week 5. He always seemed to be around the football, putting his elite-level instincts to good use and providing the inspiring second-level presence alongside Bobby Wagner that continues to revitalize the entire defense.

Luvu was everywhere. He secured 2.5 sacks, seven tackles, two tackles for loss, and three quarterback hits. Dan Quinn gave him the game ball following the clash, which was a testament to his exceptional production and unrivaled passion that's having a significant impact within the locker room for good measure.

The Commanders saw something in Luvu. The feeling was mutual after he turned down a contract extension from the Carolina Panthers to see if he could take his game up another notch under Quinn's guidance. This looks like a match made in heaven through five weeks.

Winner No. 4

Terry McLaurin - Commanders WR

Terry McLaurin had a tough matchup in Week 5. The Pro Bowl wide receiver was matched up against Denzel Ward, widely regarded as one of the league's most underrated cornerbacks. It was tough going at times, but the former third-round selection out of Ohio State still managed to have a huge say in proceedings.

McLaurin made his presence felt immediately, reacting well to Jayden Daniels making plays off-structure to bring in a sensational deep throw early in the contest. Ward went out of the lineup through injury later on, which is something the pass-catcher managed to exploit with efficiency to keep the chains moving.

It was another 100-yard receiving game for McLaurin, who gained 118 in total off four receptions from eight targets. This was the 17th time he's reached triple figures since being drafted in 2019, which represents a remarkable accomplishment when one considers the revolving door at the quarterback spot before Daniels' arrival.

Now, McLaurin has a genuine franchise signal-caller to depend upon. That's the biggest positive imaginable and something that is seeing the wideout's influence grow with every passing week.