The Washington Commanders defeated the Atlanta Falcons 19-13 Sunday to improve to 7-5 on the season. With Seattle’s loss on Sunday evening, the Commanders hold possession of the NFC’s final playoff spot.
As with most of Washington’s victories, it came down to the wire, when defensive tackle Daron Payne deflected a Marcus Mariota pass and cornerback Kendall Fuller made a terrific interception off the tip in the end zone to wrap up a Commanders’ win.
Here are five takeaways from Washington’s win.