Commanders upset Seahawks in Week 3, Drake Maye struggles again

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Commanders upset Seahawks in Week 3, Drake Maye struggles again
Summary

In the Week 3 games of the NFL season, the Washington Commanders achieved an unexpected victory over the Seattle Seahawks, winning 33-31. Despite weather challenges and key player absences, vintage performances from Marcus Mariota propelled the Commanders to a significant upset. Conversely, the New England Patriots' quarterback Drake Maye continued to struggle, throwing two interceptions and losing a fumble in a 35-6 defeat to the Jacksonville Jaguars, bringing his season turnover total to seven. These results positioned the Commanders positively, while the Patriots fell to 1-2 as Maye's performance raises concerns.

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  • •Washington Commanders defeat Seattle Seahawks 33-31 in a surprising upset.
  • •Marcus Mariota threw three touchdown passes and contributed to the game-winning play.
  • •Drake Maye struggles again, throwing two interceptions in a 35-6 loss to Jacksonville Jaguars.
  • •Patriots fall to 1-2 as turnovers plague Maye's performance.
  • •Deshaun Watson helps Browns secure a late comeback victory over the Carolina Panthers.
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  • 10:18 PMCBS NFL — NFL Week 3 winners, losers: Commanders spring season's biggest upset, Drake Maye's miserable start continues
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