The Commanders secured a 28-21 road victory over the Vikings in Week 8. The final improved Washington's standing while Minnesota fell to another defeat at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Vikings quarterback J. McCarthy paced the home offense with 238 passing yards and 2 touchdowns, but it wasn't enough to prevent the upset. The Commanders overcame an early deficit to control the second half.
Washington's comeback marked the difference in a game that saw both teams trade scores throughout. The Vikings couldn't capitalize on McCarthy's solid performance in front of their home crowd.
The loss drops Minnesota further back in the divisional race while the Commanders continue building momentum on the road.
— Vane, TSL Beat