Wide receiver Luke McCaffrey excelled in kick returns, averaging over 35 yards on six attempts, including one that positioned Washington in Falcons’ territory. Conversely, Jaylin Lane struggled, fumbling both of his punt returns, though he retained possession. Lane must improve ball security moving forward.

The Washington Commanders are on the road in Week 4 to face the Atlanta Falcons. Quarterback Jayden Daniels is out with a knee sprain, putting veteran Marcus Mariota back in the starting role for the second week in a row. Mariota will look to keep the momentum and lead the Commanders to another 'w' in the win column.

Washington has had no answer for the Falcons’ offense so far. Bijan Robinson’s 14-yard touchdown run capped Atlanta’s third consecutive scoring drive, a five-play march that featured a 43-yard strike from Michael Penix Jr. to Drake London.

The Falcons got the ball first. Big play on third down, quarterback Michael Penix Jr. finding Kyle Pitts for a big gainer.

ESPN's panel of analysts is 0-6 in predicting the last two Atlanta Falcons games. That won't happen vs. the Washington Commanders.

The Washington Commanders (2-1) go on the road to meet the Atlanta Falcons (1-2) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Date: Sept. 28

The Washington Commanders and the Atlanta Falcons play Sunday in Week 4 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Washington Commander made the game against the Atlanta Falcons harder than it needed to be, and the results showed it with a difficult loss.We've seen two different teams so far this season, with the disciplined Commanders who play well at home,