There are questions at quarterback in both Washington and Atlanta as the Commanders (2-1) and the Falcons (1-2) get set to meet Sunday in our nation’s capital.

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota, one of the most beloved Oregon Ducks of all time, led his team to a decisive 41–24 victory over the Las Vegas

Backup quarterbacks had a big day Sunday. Carson Wentz and Marcus Mariota were sharp in leading their teams to lopsided wins as fill-in starters.

The Las Vegas Raiders, led by quarterback Geno Smith, face the Washington Commanders, led by quarterback Marcus Mariota, on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md.

With Marcus Mariota starting for the injured Jayden Daniels, Washington finishes with 201 rushing yards in an explosive 41-24 victory.

T he Commanders were missing their starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Raiders, but it didn't stop them from picking up their second win of the season. Marcus Mariota ran for one touchdown and threw another while filling in for Jayden Daniels in a 41-24 win that moves Washington to 2-1 this year.

The Commanders hosted the Raiders on a beautiful late summer afternoon and came away with their most complete game in all three phases of their young season. After a disappointing performance the previous Thursday night at Lambeau,