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Dante Fowler's Pick-Six, Jayden Daniels' 46-Yard Run Give Commanders Early Lead Over Panthers

Oct 20, 2024, 08:16 PM

The Washington Commanders took an early lead against the Carolina Panthers at Northwest Stadium with a 67-yard interception return touchdown by linebacker Dante Fowler Jr., marking his first career interception and the longest interception touchdown return at home for the Commanders since 2002. Fowler intercepted Andy Dalton's pass intended for Miles Sanders during the Panthers' opening drive. On the Commanders' first offensive play, quarterback Jayden Daniels ran for a career-long 46 yards, helping to set up a field goal after a crucial tackle by Panthers' Chandler Wooten forced the Commanders to settle for three points, extending their lead to 10-0. Daniels later appeared injured after an awkward slide and was seen speaking to trainers on the sideline. The Commanders have been averaging 29.7 points per game, tied for second in the NFL, while the Panthers have been allowing 33.8 points per game, ranking last in the league. Dalton's interception was his fourth in the last nine quarters, contributing to the Panthers' ongoing offensive struggles.