Commanders face tough test against Seahawks in Week 3 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 11:05 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026

The Washington Commanders will host the Seattle Seahawks at Northwest Stadium in Landover on Sunday. The Commanders, currently at 0-2, are significant underdogs for the game, with Marcus Mariota starting at quarterback due to Sam Darnold's return from injury. Seattle, the defending Super Bowl champions, are 2-0, with a strong defense that has allowed only 17 points this season. The Commanders' passing defense has struggled, giving up seven passing touchdowns in two games. As the matchup approaches, both teams will be looking to solidify their positions in the league as the Commanders aim to avoid an 0-3 start.
- •Commanders start Marcus Mariota; Sam Darnold recovering from injury.
- •Seahawks rank second in fewest points allowed this season.
- •Commanders have surrendered 6.1 yards per play, sixth-worst in the NFL.
- •Jaxon Smith-Njigba leads NFL with 277 receiving yards and four touchdowns.
- •Both teams are set to meet at Northwest Stadium on September 26, 2026.
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Previewing Commanders vs. Seahawks Week 3 matchup
"The Commanders have their work cut out for them.
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