Monday Night Football Recap: 49ers Hold Off Commanders 23-17
The San Francisco 49ers beat the Washington Commanders 23-17 on Monday Night Football on Oct. 19 to improve to 6-0.
Overview
The San Francisco 49ers beat the Washington Commanders 23-17 on Monday Night Football on Oct. 19, closing out the weekend's NFL slate. San Francisco built a 20-3 halftime lead, and Washington cut it to one score in the second half before a sack on the final snap ended the game. Use this recap to catch up on the result, the top performances and the first-quarter injury to Terry McLaurin.
At a glance
- 49ers 23, Commanders 17 on Monday Night Football.
- San Francisco led 20-3 at halftime and moves to 6-0.
- Jayden Daniels threw for 300 yards and 2 touchdowns for Washington, which falls to 1-4-1.
- Brock Purdy went 21 of 29 for 264 yards, 1 touchdown and no interceptions.
- Christian McCaffrey had 2 rushing touchdowns and 9 receptions.
Game recap: 49ers 23, Commanders 17
San Francisco jumped out to a 20-3 halftime lead, but Washington mounted a second-half comeback behind Jayden Daniels, who finished with 300 yards and 2 touchdowns and pulled the Commanders within one score. A sack on the final snap sealed the win for the 49ers, who move to 6-0. Washington falls to 1-4-1.
Standout performances
Brock Purdy, 49ers quarterback
Purdy completed 21 of 29 passes for 264 yards and 1 touchdown with no interceptions.
Christian McCaffrey, 49ers running back
McCaffrey scored 2 rushing touchdowns and added 9 catches out of the backfield.
Jayden Daniels, Commanders quarterback
Daniels threw for 300 yards and 2 touchdowns as Washington rallied in the second half.
Injury watch
Washington wide receiver Terry McLaurin was carted off with a knee injury in the first quarter. No further update was available in this recap.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Monday Night Football on Oct. 19?
The San Francisco 49ers beat the Washington Commanders 23-17.
What are the 49ers' and Commanders' records now?
San Francisco improves to 6-0, and Washington falls to 1-4-1.
How did Jayden Daniels play?
Daniels threw for 300 yards and 2 touchdowns and helped Washington cut a 20-3 halftime deficit to one score.
What happened to Terry McLaurin?
McLaurin was carted off with a knee injury in the first quarter.