Welcome back, Jayden Daniels.
The Commanders quarterback returned after a two-game absence and led his team to an impressive 27-10 victory over the Chargers. Both teams now are 3-2.
Daniels, whose knee injury had kept him out since the Sept. 11 game against the Packers, completed 15 of 26 passes for 231 yards and a touchdown. He also ran for 39 yards on eight carries.
Commanders rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt had a breakout game, with 14 carries for 111 yards and caught two passes for 39 yards. Deebo Samuel caught eight passes for 96 yards and a touchdown.
The Commanders outgained the Chargers 389 to 336.
Washington trailed 10-0 before three crucial Chargers’ miscues helped the Commanders reel off 27 unanswered points.
The Chargers appeared on their way to a three-score l