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NFL Week 16: Packers Shine in Historic Shutout, Commanders Pull Off Stunning Upset!

2024-12-24

Author: Jessica Wong

Welcome to the thrilling recap of NFL Week 16!

Unforgettable moments defined this week, but none shined brighter than the extraordinary performance from rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels of the Washington Commanders. In a fierce NFC East battle against the Philadelphia Eagles, Daniels delivered a performance for the ages: he passed for 258 yards and five touchdowns while rushing for an astonishing 81 yards. This feat made him only the second quarterback in NFL history to achieve over 250 passing yards and five touchdown passes with at least 75 rushing yards in a single game.

Daniels was particularly sensational in the fourth quarter, where he threw for 139 yards and three touchdowns, leading his team to a nail-biting 36-33 victory. Remarkably, this was achieved despite the Commanders committing five turnovers throughout the game—a first for a team to win under such dire circumstances since 2010. With this impressive win, the Commanders have now emerged as a force no one would want to face in the playoffs.

Game Grades and Highlights:
Green Bay Packers 34 - New Orleans Saints 0