Commanders extend lead in second half with Son’s touchdown – Sports Illustrated

The second half is underway at Northwest Stadium and the Washington Commanders are looking to build on their strong first half performance. Rookie tight end Ben Sinnott made an immediate impact, capping the opening drive of the half with a three-yard touchdown catch on his first career field goal, extending the lead to 34-0.

With starter Jaden Daniels watching on the sidelines, backup quarterback Marcus Mariota has stepped up impressively. He found his rhythm, completing all five of his passes for 44 yards and adding an 11-yard scramble that showcased his mobility and ability to extend plays. Mariota’s confidence is evident, and his performance is helping Washington maintain its momentum.

The combination of Sinnott’s touchdown and Mariota’s power play energized the team and the fans as the Commanders continued to assert their dominance in this game. With the game in the second half, Washington started strong and looked to keep the pressure on the Panthers defense as they looked to finish with a win.

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