Washington took Daniels with the second pick in the 2024 draft, and he immediately validated the team’s decision with a Rookie of the Year-caliber season. Winning in the regular season is one thing. Controlling a game on the road in the postseason is another.

Jayden Daniels orchestrated another game-winning drive to set up Zane Gonzalez’s 37-yard field goal — which banked in off the upright — for a 23-20 win.

Sep 8, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) catches the ball for a touchdown over Washington Commanders cornerback Benjamin St-Juste (25) during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images