The Washington Commanders did precisely what they needed to do in Week 3, but it wasn't good news for everyone at Northwest Stadium.
Backup quarterback Marcus Mariota stepped in for the injured Jayden Daniels and didn't miss a beat. The Commanders' ground game ran all over the helpless Las Vegas Raiders defense, and the defensive line made quarterback Geno Smith's life miserable. Even the special teams unit got in on the fun, with two massive returns, including a touchdown from rookie Jaylin Lane.
The performance was professional and effective in difficult circumstances.