The Washington Commanders earned their first playoff victory since 2005, defeating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in a nail-biting NFC Wild Card game. Zane Gonzalez's game-winning field goal as time expired sealed the Commanders' victory and propelled them further into the playoffs.
TAMPA, FLORIDA - JANUARY 12: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders scrambles against Yaya Diaby #0 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first quarter in the NFC Wild Card Playoff at Raymond James Stadium on January 12, 2025 in Tampa, Florida.
In a rare move, Tampa Bay won the toss and elected to receive. On the Buc's first offensive possession, Quarterback Baker Mayfield led the offense down the field with a pair of passes to Mike Evans. Tampa Bay would settle for a 50-yard field goal from Chase McLaughlin to take the 3-0 lead. Another lengthy Commanders' drive would result in points. Before the half, kicker Zane Gonzalez would cap off an 11-play, 5:28 drive with a 52-yard field goal, the longest of his Washington career. The Commanders led 10-3 with under two minutes remaining in the half.
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