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Commanders vs. Saints game info
Game day: Sunday, December 15, 2024
Game time: 1 p.m. ET
Location: Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana
TV Channel: FOX: With Joe Buck, Troy Aikman, Erin Andrews, and the Washington Commanders Radio Network
Guys, and ladies, I'm worried about this game. I'm truly worried but not for reasons that are readily apparent in terms of wins and losses. While I'm confident that the Commanders can win this game, I'm not sure they will be able to bring the necessary energy to make that happen. Why?? ... What happened?? The team is having its best season in years, it currently stands at 8-5 and is the 7th seed in the NFL playoffs if the season ends today. Well, for those of you who, like me, believers in momentum, I'm not sure that the early-season energy surrounding this team is still a thing. As you all know momentum shifts from team to team during games and I believe that in the league standing, especially during this part of every season, there are momentum shifts as well. Anyone who has been paying attention is well aware of the resurgence of the L.A. Rams who seem to have captured the playoff push momentum and are one game behind the Commanders for that final playoff berth. On Sunday, the Commanders play the Saints, with an opportunity to recapture the waning momentum and further solidify their chances to be post-season participants. As of now, they have an 83.3% chance to make the playoffs Their odds would drop to 60% with a loss and increase to 87% with a win. With a one-game margin over the Rams, this is a "must-win" game for Washington, in fact, all of the remaining games are, so, a loss would still keep them in the playoff hunt, but it would make things more challenging, especially with a tough game ahead against the Philadelphia Eagles and another likely against a desperate Atlanta Falcons team.
Here's what they're saying...
My Predictive Game Summaries:
Washington Commanders vs. New Orleans Saints on December 15, 2024, As I see it playing out!
First Quarter
Kickoff: The Commanders receive the opening kickoff Noah Igbinoghene returns it to the 27-yard line. Jayden Daniels and the Commanders' offense take the field.First Drive: Daniels starts off strong, completing quick passes to Terry McLaurin and Zach Ertz. They move the ball efficiently down the field, and the drive is capped off with a 12-yard touchdown pass to McLaurin. (Commanders 7, Saints 0)
Saints' Response: Jake Haener, starting at quarterback, leads the Saints on their opening drive. Haener relies on short passes and handoffs to Alvin Kamara, but Washington’s’ defense is up to the task forcing the drive to stall at midfield, and the Saints punt.
Second Quarter
Commanders' Drive: Daniels continues his hot start, hitting newly signed K.J. Osborn for a big gain. The drive results in a 38-yard field goal. (Commanders 10, Saints 0)Saints' Offense: Haener finds a rhythm, connecting with Marquez Valdes-Scantling for a 35-yard gain. Kamara caps off the drive with a 10-yard touchdown run. (Commanders 10, Saints 7)
Late Half Heroics: With under two minutes remaining, Daniels leads a two-minute drill. He finds Olamide Zaccheaus and McLaurin for key completions, setting up a 14-yard touchdown pass to Dyami Brown. (Commanders 17, Saints 7)
Third Quarter
Saints' Drive: Haener leads a balanced drive, with Kamara and Valdes-Scantling making key plays. The drive ends with a 45-yard field goal by Blake Grupe. (Commanders 17, Saints 10)Commanders' Response: Daniels shows his dual-threat ability, scrambling for a 20-yard gain. He then connects with Jeremy McNichols on a screen pass that goes for 25 yards and a touchdown. (Commanders 24, Saints 10)
Fourth Quarter
Saints' Effort: Haener drives the Saints down the field with a mix of short passes and Kamara runs. He finds Valdes-Scantling for a 5-yard touchdown pass. (Commanders 24, Saints 17)Commanders' Control: Daniels takes over and leads a methodical drive, eating up the clock. A series of short passes and runs gets them into the red zone. Brian Robinson Jr. finishes the drive with a 3-yard touchdown run. (Commanders 31, Saints 17)
Final Defensive Stand: The Commanders' defense holds firm, forcing the Saints to turn the ball over on downs. Daniels runs out the clock with a few kneel-downs, sealing the victory.
Post-Game Reactions
The Commanders' victory improves their record to 9-5, (the Saints fall to 5-9.) solidifying their playoff aspirations and demonstrating their potential as a legitimate up-and-coming team in the league.
Ok, there you have it, They've had their say and I've given you mine now what do you predict?... You know the drill! Good luck!
1. Who wins this game?
2. Final score?
3. Player(s) of the game?
4. Memorial moment, event, or play, that will have everyone talking on Monday morning?
