Just when it looked like the Washington Commanders might be down and out, head coach Dan Quinn's squad proved they still have plenty of fight left despite things not going their way this season.
A monumental display of character and resolve saw the Commanders pull off a stunning upset over the Seattle Seahawks. Northwest Stadium was rocking from start to finish, which is a testament to how this team responded in the face of significant adversity.
Everything looks a lot more promising now, too.
It's still a precarious situation for the Commanders. They are 1-2, but they have some winnable games upcoming both before and after their bye week. With real momentum to build on, Quinn should feel confident about his side's chances moving forward.
The Commanders won't win every game. But their victory over the Seahawks proved they won't go down without a fight.
One win doesn't change much. At the same time, 1-2 looks a lot better than 0-3, and if some influential figures return to the lineup soon, that should make the Commanders even more competitive.
With that in mind, we predicted how the Commanders might fare in their next five contests after a truly incredible result versus Seattle.
Predicting the Washington Commanders' next five games after sensational Week 3 upset
Commanders vs. Colts - Week 4
- Date: Sunday, October 4
- Time: 9:30 a.m. ET
- Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (London)
- Channel: NFL Network
A change of scenery awaits the Washington Commanders this week, which is never a bad thing. London is the destination for their international game against the Indianapolis Colts, and while it is a chance to embrace a new culture and build bonds, it's still a business trip.
The Colts are also coming off their first win of the campaign, narrowly edging past the Houston Texans. They are a well-balanced team that cannot be taken lightly, and Washington's success may be predicated on stopping prolific running back Jonathan Taylor.
Taylor is averaging 86.0 yards on the ground, and he already has four rushing touchdowns this year. Fortunately, the Commanders' run defense has been a real positive this season, giving up just 82.0 yards per game, ranked third in the league.
Daniel Jones can make plays both in and out of structure. The Commanders know that from his time under center with the New York Giants, and wide receiver Josh Downs and tight end Tyler Warren are formidable obstacles to overcome.
- Prediction: Win (2-2)
Defensively, the battle between All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner and Terry McLaurin will be intriguing. But if the offensive line can hold up, whether it's Marcus Mariota or Jayden Daniels at quarterback, the Commanders should come away with another priceless victory.
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