Commanders at Chargers — Week 5
- Date: Sunday, October 5
- Time: 4.25 p.m. ET
- Venue: SoFi Stadium
- Channel: FOX
The Los Angeles Chargers are a fundamentally sound unit that quickly took on Jim Harbaugh's personality. However, their statement win against the AFC champion Kansas City Chiefs put the entire NFL on notice.
This was a sensational performance from the Chargers in Brazil. They were deserving winners versus their division rivals. Analysts and fans were gushing in their praise, claiming this year could finally be the Bolts' time to get over the hump. Not even the loss of left tackle Rashawn Slater for the season seems to have dented their progress.
Harbaugh's teams are always a tough out. They are hard-nosed, physical, and look to impose their will in the trenches. They look well-matched with the Washington Commanders, so this promises to be a thrilling contest that will take no prisoners whatsoever.
The Commanders need to match fire with fire. They were nothing short of dominant along the offensive and defensive lines in Week 1 against the New York Giants. They'll need all that and more to counteract the Chargers' strengths.
- Prediction: Loss (3-2)
This one could be a coin flip. But looking at how well the Chargers disposed of the Chiefs, the Commanders would do extremely well to come away victorious.
Commanders vs. Bears — Week 6
- Date: Monday, October 13
- Time: 8.15 p.m. ET
- Venue: Northwest Stadium
- Channel: ESPN
This will invoke some fantastic memories for Commanders fans. The Chicago Bears visit Northwest Stadium for Monday Night Football in Week 6. And if it's anything like last season's encounter, those watching are in for a treat.
The Commanders looked down and out against the Bears last season. They were on course for a demoralizing victory versus a team they were tipped to beat comfortably. There is just no telling what this would have done to their rising ambitions. But then, the Hail Mary miracle happened.
Poor execution from the Bears and a little bit of luck saw Jayden Daniels' prayer fall gratefully into the hands of wide receiver Noah Brown. This not only shook the stadium's foundations, but it also sent the two clubs on completely different paths.
Chicago will be looking for revenge under new head coach Ben Johnson. His era began with a loss against the Minnesota Vikings. And it's also worth remembering that he was largely expected to take the Commanders' head coaching job before pulling out of the race.
There are so many fascinating layers. But the most important thing is keeping emotions in check in pursuit of the common goal.
- Prediction: Win (4-2)
If the Commanders can do that, they should be fine. And a 4-2 record after the first six games is something every fan can get behind.