The Washington Commanders secured a dominant 40-7 victory over the Carolina Panthers, with Marcus Mariota stepping in for injured rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. The game was marked by a 67-yard interception return for a touchdown by Dante Fowler, contributing to the Commanders' strong defensive performance.

Despite the injury concerns surrounding Daniels, who is undergoing further tests, the Commanders showcased their offensive prowess with Mariota throwing two touchdown passes. The Panthers continued to struggle, now sitting at 1-6 for the season.