The Washington Commanders dropped to 7-7-1 on the season after Saturday’s 37-20 loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
The game was tied 7-7 at halftime before the 49ers turned things around in the third quarter after a pair of touchdown passes from quarterback Brock Purdy to tight end George Kittle to give them a 21-7 lead.
While the Commanders answered, the deficit proved too much, and a pair of turnovers led Washington to bench quarterback Taylor Heinicke in favor of Carson Wentz.
Despite the loss, Washington still holds the No. 7 and final spot in the NFC playoffs with a 7-7-1 record.
Here’s everything we know from Washington’s loss.
Christian McCaffrey #23 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates a touchdown with teammates during the fourth quarter in the game against the Washington Commanders. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
| Team | 1Q | 2Q | 3Q | 4Q | Final |
| Washington Commanders | 0 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 20 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 0 | 7 | 14 | 16 | 37 |
Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera claps his hands after a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
The Washington Commanders didn’t lose this game because of Heinicke or Wentz. There were multiple coaching decisions throughout the game that will come back and haunt the Commanders. Rivera’s decision not to take three points early was costly. Offensive coordinator Scott Turner’s playcalling again was a problem. Turner wanted to establish the run against the NFL’s best pass defense when the passing game presented opportunities all game long. Too bad it took Turner until late in the third quarter to figure this out.
San Francisco 49ers cornerback Jimmie Ward (1) celebrates after a play during the third quarter against the Washington Commanders. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
San Francisco cornerback Jimmie Ward intercepted Heinicke, his second turnover on as many plays. The 49ers would kick back-to-back field goals after the turnovers, which proved far too much for the Commanders to overcome.
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) celebrates with wide receiver Cam Sims (89). Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
- WR Terry McLaurin: 4 receptions, 77 yards, touchdown
- WR Jahan Dotson: 6 receptions, 76 yards, touchdown
- WR Curtis Samuel: 5 receptions, 52 yards, touchdown
- LB David Mayo: 9 tackles
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