"Things were teetering on a knife-edge for the depleted Washington Commanders in Week 5 against the Los Angeles Chargers. Fans were fearing the worst after a sluggish start, but head coach Dan Quinn's squad once again proved they were made of the right stuff. The Commanders dusted themselves off. After some heated words on the sidelines, everyone got on the same page. Washington scored 27 unanswered points, moving to within one game of the Philadelphia Eagles atop the NFC East along the way."
"Everyone got in on the act. Javon Kinlaw and Daron Payne caused havoc from the interior. They were ably assisted by Johnny Newton, who produced arguably the most accomplished display since being drafted in the second round last year. On the edge, Dorance Armstrong Jr. and Von Miller came up with 3.5 sacks and countless pressures. Los Angeles had no answer, and quarterback Justin Herbert was in the firing line constantly."
The Washington Commanders rallied from a sluggish start to score 27 unanswered points and move within one game of the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC East. Jayden Daniels returned, rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt delivered a breakout effort, and turnovers swung momentum in Washington's favor. The defensive front imposed itself against a Chargers line missing Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt, with Javon Kinlaw and Daron Payne disrupting the interior and Johnny Newton producing a standout performance. Dorance Armstrong Jr. and Von Miller combined for 3.5 sacks and consistent pressure, while role players Jacob Martin, Eddie Goldman and Preston Smith contributed effectively. General manager Adam Peters' confidence in the front proved warranted.
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