The Washington Commanders were tied with the San Francisco 49ers 7-7 at halftime of Saturday’s NFC showdown. The Commanders controlled the football in the first half and, if not for two blown opportunities, would have gone into halftime with the lead.
It wasn’t meant to be, as the 49ers came out in the second half and scored the first 14 points. Two Washington turnovers led to two more scoring drives for the Niners, who outscored the Commanders 30-13 in the final 30 minutes.
The Commanders had success in the passing game against San Francisco, but quarterback Taylor Heinicke was benched in the fourth quarter and replaced by Carson Wentz. Before back-to-back turnovers, Heinicke had been playing well.
Which Washington offensive players had the most success Saturday? Here are the top 10 graded offensive players from Week 16, according to Pro Football Focus.
10. WR Dax Milne
Washington Commanders wide receiver Dax Milne. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Grade: 58.2 [1 snap]
9. TE Logan Thomas
Logan Thomas #82 of the Washington Commanders. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Grade: 59.6
8. RT Cornelius Lucas
Washington Commanders offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas (78). (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Washington Football Team tight end John Bates (87) makes a reception against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Grade: 62.2
5. RB Antonio Gibson
Washington Commanders running back Antonio Gibson (24) warms up before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Grade: 66.3
4. WR Terry McLaurin
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) celebrates with wide receiver Cam Sims (89) after scoring a touchdown. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports
Grade: 67.6
3. RT/G Sam Cosmi
Washington Commanders offensive tackle Sam Cosmi (76) sits with teammates. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports
Grade: 67.8
2. WR Curtis Samuel
Curtis Samuel #10 of the Washington Commanders scores a touchdown while defended by Jimmie Ward #1 of the San Francisco 49ers. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Grade: 72.3
1. WR Jahan Dotson
Jahan Dotson #1 of the Washington Commanders makes a touchdown catch during the second quarter in the game against the San Francisco 49ers. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)
Grade: 76.5
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