The Washington Commanders are 1-0 after Sunday’s 20-16 hard-fought win over the Arizona Cardinals to open the 2023 NFL season.
The Commanders jumped out to an early 7-0 lead after quarterback Sam Howell found running back Brian Robinson Jr. for a seven-yard touchdown pass.
However, three turnovers would keep the Cardinals in the game, including Howell’s fumble near the goal line that an Arizona defender picked up and ran in for an easy touchdown. It was Arizona’s only touchdown of the day.
Ultimately, the Commanders won the game, and no one cares about the score. Coaches would much rather study bad tape after a win than after a loss. So, who shined in the win?
And who struggled?
Here are Washington’s studs and duds from the 20-16 win.