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Jayden Daniels' second TD throw pulls Washington within 23-17

Washington's comeback effort gained significant momentum in the late stages of the third quarter, as Jayden Daniels connected with Stefon Diggs on a one-yard strike with fifteen seconds remaining on the clock. This score helped narrow the deficit against the 49ers, setting the stage for a continued push that saw the Commanders close the gap to 23-17.

The team's offensive surge was fueled by a 10-play, 80-yard drive that benefited from penalties against Renardo Green and Osa Odighizuwa. Following a second touchdown pass to Rachaad White early in the fourth quarter, Daniels finished the game 22-of-27 for 217 yards and two scores.

The second half saw the Commanders outperform their first-half output, recording 25 plays for 145 yards compared to 17 plays and 90 yards in the opening two quarters.

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