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Washington Commanders Achieve First Playoff Victory in 19 Years with Jayden Daniels at the Helm

The Washington Commanders secure their first playoff victory in 19 years, defeating the Buccaneers 23-20, led by rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels.

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Jayden Daniels was efficient and directed a game-winning drive inside the final minute of the game, playing like a steady veteran.
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Daniels and his teammates aren’t satisfied with just getting here. They went from 4-13 to 12-5 and then became the first road team to win this season in the playoffs.
On Football: A bloody face didn't stop Jayden Daniels from leading the Commanders to a comeback win
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The Washington Commanders beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in their NFC wildcard game on Sunday night for the franchise’s first playoff win in 6,945 days.
Commanders beat Buccaneers for team’s first playoff victory in 19 years
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Updated: Jan 13th, 2025, 11:18 AM ET

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The Washington Commanders defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in a wild-card game, marking their first playoff victory in 19 years. Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, playing through an injury, threw for 268 yards and two touchdowns, showcasing his poise under pressure. The game-winning field goal came as time expired. This victory was a significant milestone for the Commanders, who improved from a 4-13 record the previous season to 12-5 this year. They will now face the top-seeded Detroit Lions in the next round of the playoffs.

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