LANDOVER, Md. — The Washington Commanders held off the Seattle Seahawks 33-31 on Sunday at Northwest Stadium, securing their first victory of the 2026 regular season.
Washington built a 24-17 lead through three quarters before Seattle mounted a fourth-quarter comeback. The Seahawks scored twice in the final period, but the Commanders maintained their two-point advantage to close out the game.
Marcus Mariota started at quarterback for Washington and completed 19 of 31 passes for 183 yards and three touchdowns. He did not throw an interception and added 11 rushing yards on five carries.
Terry McLaurin was Washington’s leading receiver, finishing with six catches for 77 yards and a touchdown. Stefon Diggs caught four passes for 33 yards, while Jaylin Lane had one reception for 21 yards.
The Commanders ran the ball 32 times for 82 yards. Jacory Croskey-Merritt carried 19 times for 36 yards, while Rachaad White finished with eight carries for 35 yards. White also had a 19-yard run during Washington’s late fourth-quarter possession.
Washington totaled 258 yards on 65 offensive plays and held the football for 31 minutes, 28 seconds.
Seattle produced significantly more yardage, finishing with 437 total yards. The Seahawks gained 379 yards through the air and 58 on the ground.
Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold completed 31 of 45 passes for 379 yards and four touchdowns. He also threw two interceptions.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba was Seattle’s leading receiver with 10 receptions for 128 yards and two touchdowns.
Turnovers played a significant role in the final statistics. Washington finished the game without a turnover, while Seattle was charged with three. The Commanders recorded two sacks, with Odafe Oweh and Javon Kinlaw each registering one.
Washington entered the fourth quarter leading 24-17. Seattle tied the game at 24-24 before the Commanders regained the lead. The Seahawks continued to score in the final quarter, but Washington finished with the 33-31 victory.
The Commanders finished with 258 total yards compared with Seattle’s 437, but Washington’s 3-0 advantage in turnovers helped shape the game’s final margin.
Washington improves to 1-2 on the season. Seattle falls to 2-1.
Final score: Washington Commanders 33, Seattle Seahawks 31.
