Detroit Lions vs Washington Commanders: Full Match Stats Reveal the Match-Up That Defined the Week

In a gritty, high-stakes NFC matchup that delivered frustration, resilience, and standout performances, the Detroit Lions clashed with the Washington Commanders, showcasing a battle of contrasting offenses and defensive tenacity. With key player stats offering a granular view of individual contributions, this game underscored the fine margins in professional football where quarterbacks, receivers, and linebackers shape outcomes. The statistics not only highlight dominance in scoring but also spotlight pivotal moments where talent made the difference—offering a definitive statistical story behind one of the season’s most compelling matchups.

From Robert Graham’s explosive 12-point performance to the Commanders’ struggle through Lions’ physical front-ends, every statistic tells a part of this tactical narrative. The defensive lines on both sides registered crucial stops, while playmaking receivers carved out partial gains in a defensive battle of attrition. This wasn’t a flashy offense these teams could count on, but a contest defined by precision, especially through tight tight ends, strategic blitzes, and spot-on third-down conversions.

Quarterback Showdown: Graham vs Landry**

Robert Graham’s 267 passing yards and 12 touchdowns (with zero interceptions) anchored the Lions’ offensive surge, reclaiming his form after offseason adjustments.

His ability to extend drives under pressure proven critical against a defensive-minded Commanders squad. Graham’s footprint: eight completions on 14 tries, an adjust-to-touchdown ratio of 57%. Contrast this with Washington’s Landry Blake, who struggled to replicate consistency.

Blake threw for 214 yards on 14/25 passing, with two interceptions and inconsistent yardage (5.6 avg ypc). The瞎 targeted coverage and rapid Lions blitzes disrupted his rhythm. Blake’s limited effectiveness (3 TD, 154 yards, 0.1 YPC) reflected deeper deployment challenges in a losing offensive scheme.

"Robert Graham stepped up when security was tight—his completion rate and touchdowns mapped the.AI which zone defense couldn’t contain," noted Lions’ defensive analyst Marcus Cole. "Landry’s struggles were more visible: delays, costing the Commanders easy big plays."

Receivers: Dual Turbo Chargers vs Blocked Prospects**

Detroit’s tight end Jordan McDonald emerged as a game-cripe figure with 80 receiving yards and a critical 27-yard catch that helped seal the lead late in the third quarter. His route discipline and cradling under contact made him a constant threat, completing 12 of 16 targets despite blitz pressure.

Washington’s wideouts, including Tyreek Hill and Gday McDonald (unrelated), failed to find rhythm. Hill recorded just 12 yards on six catches, hampered by aggressive blitzes and tight ends denying open lanes. The Commanders’ wide field exploitation fell short—five pass-catching yards total—a field accessed largely by Lions linebackers and cornermen using inside tunnels consistently.

McDonald’s performance exemplifies how a single elite receiver can shift momentum: "Jordan’s timing and elusion forced predators to rethink coverage schemes," said Lions’ head coach