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It’s no disrespect toward Broncos quarterback Bo Nix, but Jayden Daniels has delivered…. See More
Arguably, the biggest highlight from the NFL’s Week 16 slate was the Washington Commanders taking down the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles have been a steam engine rolling through everyone they have faced. However, the Commanders were not just going to allow the Eagles to make them their next victim.
The biggest reason the Commanders grabbed the victory was the performance of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Even with two interceptions, Daniels recovered to throw five touchdown passes, which included the game-winner with just six seconds remaining. The clutch performance should be enough for Daniels to take the Rookie of the Year Award for himself.
However, Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix isn’t going to go down without a fight. Nix has delivered for the Broncos, posting 3,235 passing yards and 22 touchdowns. Daniels has 3,303 yards and 22 touchdowns. Their statistics are similar, but it’s Daniels’ clutch gene that should give him the edge.
Daniels has thrown four touchdown passes in the final 30 seconds of the fourth quarter and overtime, a feat that has never been accomplished before. The Commanders and the Broncos seem to be in good hands with their rookie quarterbacks. However, Daniels is continuing to blossom when it matters most.
The Eagles can take control of the first seed in the NFC if they win out and the Lions drop one more game. A bye would be ideal, but they face a tough test and a divisional opponent that could give them some trouble this weekend. Jelen Hurts needs to bring his A-game.
Washington has been one of the best stroies in the NFL this year and Jayden Daniels is already a star. Still, they must prove they can get it done against the team leading their division. The Eagles have a great defense and running game that could be a lot for the Commanders to handle.
The Commanders have been great this year, but they can not slow down now. They need to keep stacking wins in order to claim a Wild Card spot in the NFC. There are simply too many teams right behind them, and every week is crucial. This should be an easy win facing a backup quarterback, but Washinton still needs to bring their A-game.
The Saints will start Jake Haener this week. After a strong start to the year, nothing has gone right for New Orleans. There is still an outside chance they can win their division, but it feels like a long sho,t and it might be wise to start evaluating talent for the future.
This is a great Week 16 matchup and you do not want to miss any of the action, make sure to tune in.
