The Washington Commanders secured their place in the NFC Championship Game after a 45-31 victory over the Detroit Lions, marking their first appearance in this stage since 1992. This win has set several franchise records and ties, highlighting the team's remarkable postseason performance.

Quarterback Jayden Daniels shined with 299 passing yards, placing him fourth among rookie quarterbacks historically in playoff games. His impressive stats also included two passing touchdowns in the first half, a feat last achieved by Patrick Mahomes in 2022. The team's offensive display not only secured a win but also established their best scoring performance in franchise playoff history.