Commanders QB Marcus Mariota honored for performance in win over Seahawks
Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota was honored for his performance in Sunday's big win over the Seahawks.
Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota celebrated his 106th career NFL game on Sunday, as he guided his team to a stunning 33-31 victory over the formidable Seattle Seahawks, the reigning Super Bowl champions. In his 12th NFL season and third with the Commanders, Mariota completed 19 of 31 passes for 183 yards and three touchdowns, without committing any turnovers.
The Commanders' defense, despite being a patchwork, played a crucial role in thwarting Seattle's top-ranked defense. The win marked Mariota's 83rd start, and he showcased his veteran leadership in a third-and-7 zone read, running for nine yards to seal the victory. After the game, Mariota described the win as "unbelievable." A few days later, his stellar performance earned him the prestigious Week 3 FedEx Air and Ground Player of the Week award, alongside San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy.
This is the third time Mariota has won the award in his NFL career. Mariota made his season debut in place of the injured Jayden Daniels, who suffered an elbow dislocation in Week 2. While Daniels is expected to return soon, it appears Mariota will start again on Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts in London.
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