The Washington Commanders faced a daunting task against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. They were facing a dynamic offense despite missing half of their starting defenders. On offense, they were not only down their two best linemen but also starting their third-string quarterback, Josh Johnson. Fortunately, the 10-year veteran who has been with 14 different NFL teams - taking snaps for seven of them - was up to the task.
Week 17 of the NFL season gets underway with a Christmas Day tripleheader of division rivalry games. A pair of NFC East foes kicks off the action when the Dallas Cowboys (6-8-1) visit the Washington Commanders (4-11). Next up is an NFC North tilt, with the Detroit Lions (8-7) trying to keep their playoff hopes alive on the road against the Minnesota Vikings (7-8). The Kansas City Chiefs (6-9) host the Denver Broncos (12-3) in an AFC West clash to wrap up the day.