Washington
Commanders
1-0
69
FINAL
15
Dallas
Cowboys
0-1
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a dominating performance, the Washington Commanders topped the Dallas Cowboys with a final score of 69-15 in Week 2 of the 2026 season. This game marked a significant early-season statement for the Commanders, showcasing their offensive firepower and solidifying their position in the league standings.
Malik Willis was the standout performer for Washington, throwing for an astounding 489 yards and connecting on nine touchdown passes, showcasing both precision and power. Quinshon Judkins complemented the aerial assault with a strong ground game, adding 116 rushing yards. Despite the lopsided score, Terrell Owens of the Cowboys put in a valiant effort, racking up 201 receiving yards but ultimately could not turn his performance into points.
On the defensive side, the Commanders made their mark with crucial turnovers, highlighted by Nate Landman's two interceptions that shifted momentum firmly in their favor. The turning point came early in the second quarter when Landman’s second pick set up another quick touchdown, further widening the gap and demoralizing the Cowboys. With Washington's defense applying pressure and creating opportunities, it was clear that they were in complete control throughout the game.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malik Willis | QB | 25 | 16 | 489 | 9 | 2 | 113.7 |
| Joe Milton | QB | 42 | 14 | 329 | 2 | 7 | 38.7 |
| Jackson Hawes | TE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 39.5 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quinshon Judkins | HB | 11 | 116 | 10.5 | 1 | 62 | 0 |
| Terrell Owens | WR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jameson Williams | WR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| David Njoku | TE | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jackson Hawes | TE | 1 | -2 | -2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrell Owens | WR | 4 | 201 | 50.3 | 1 | 79 | 2 |
| Jameson Williams | WR | 4 | 135 | 33.8 | 2 | 70 | 1 |
| Adonai Mitchell | WR | 3 | 124 | 41.3 | 2 | 90 | 0 |
| David Njoku | TE | 4 | 83 | 20.8 | 2 | 62 | 0 |
| Ted Hurst III | WR | 3 | 80 | 26.7 | 1 | 34 | 0 |
| Parker Washington | WR | 3 | 56 | 18.7 | 0 | 23 | 0 |
| Foster Moreau | TE | 1 | 45 | 45.0 | 1 | 45 | 0 |
| Eli Stowers | TE | 2 | 42 | 21.0 | 1 | 24 | 2 |
| Quinshon Judkins | HB | 1 | 22 | 22.0 | 1 | 22 | 0 |
| D'Andre Swift | HB | 3 | 17 | 5.7 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Marvin Harrison Jr | WR | 2 | 13 | 6.5 | 0 | 10 | 1 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nate Landman | MIKE | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Jaylon Johnson | CB | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Jevon Holland | FS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Anthony Hill Jr. | MIKE | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Jalen Ramsey | FS | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyrel Dodson | WILL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jack Campbell | MIKE | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Nate Hobbs | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jaycee Horn | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Denzel Ward | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brian Dawkins | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kyle Louis | WILL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Caleb Downs | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Derrick Moore | REDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| L'Jarius Sneed | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| A.J. Haulcy | SS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| DaQuan Jones | DT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corey Bojorquez | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Harrison Butker | K | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| Daniel Carlson | K | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |

