2024 REWIND: Week 15 - Commanders survive late rally by Saints to hang on for a nail-biting win
Briefly

The matchup saw the Commanders entering post-bye week, looking to keep their playoff dreams alive against a weakened Saints team struggling without key players. The Saints, reeling from injuries such as Derek Carr’s hand and concussion, fielded Jake Haener as quarterback. Missing top offensive weapon Taysom Hill and cornerback Marshon Lattimore, also out due to injury, the Saints faced challenges, needing to win out for a chance at a winning record. The Commanders, missing critical players like RB Austin Ekeler and WR Noah Brown, still had a playoff spot to fight for and sought to capitalize on their opponent's situation.
The Commanders aimed to maintain their playoff position against a struggling Saints team, while key injuries on both sides altered the game's dynamics.
Despite their injuries, the Commanders sought to solidify their playoff hopes against a Saints team that remained in contention, albeit slim.
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