The Washington Commanders held off the Seattle Seahawks with a 31-24 victory in Week 3 of the 2026 Madden franchise season. In a closely contested matchup, the Commanders managed to secure the win on their home field, improving their record and asserting their position in the league standings. Seattle, despite a valiant effort, fell short in the final minutes. Offensively, Seattle's Jalen Milroe put up a strong performance, throwing for 300 yards and two touchdowns. His main target, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, was outstanding, amassing 194 receiving yards. On the ground, Washington's Jacory Croskey-Merritt contributed significantly to the Commanders' success with 60 rushing yards, helping to control the pace of the game. Defensively, Washington's Dorance Armstrong recorded a crucial sack, while Trey Amos made a game-changing interception that shifted momentum in the Commanders' favor. Seattle's Drake Thomas led all defenders with eight tackles, but it was not enough to stop Washington's attack. The pivotal moment came late in the fourth quarter when Amos's interception halted a potential game-tying drive from Milroe, sealing the victory for Washington.