49ers nearly let 6-0 slip away in 23-17 win as Commanders' comeback falls short
The 49ers built a big first-half lead over the Commanders, but the offense disappeared in the second half and a much-flagged defense barely fended off Washington to seal the victory.
San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey rushed for a touchdown in the first half during the Monday night game against the Washington Commanders at Levi's Stadium. The 49ers took a 23-3 lead in the second half, but later allowed two consecutive touchdowns to cut the deficit to six points. DC quarterbacks Jayden Daniels threw for 300 yards and two touchdowns, mostly on the team's last four drives.
A facemask on Washington guard Chris Paul negated a potential game-tying touchdown run by McNichols. Rookie defensive end Romello Height sacked Daniels, which was negated by a penalty on safety Ashtyn Davis, allowing the Commanders to make one final comeback attempt. San Francisco ultimately won 23-17, improving their season record to 6-0.
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