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.

ATLANTA — Michael Penix Jr. bounced back from his worst NFL start, Bijan Robinson had a career-high 181 yards from scrimmage and the Atlanta Falcons beat the short-handed Washington Commanders 34-27 on Sunday.

Falcons coach Raheem Morris didn't hesitate when he was asked when he saw something that confirmed his belief in Michael Penix Jr. after last week's disastrous loss to Carolina.

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

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

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 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,