# Commanders squander late chances in Rams loss

> Washington's offense fails to convert late drives as Rams win 20-13.
- Title: Commanders squander late chances in Rams loss · The Banner
- Summary: Washington's offense fails to convert late drives as Rams win 20-13. Washington's offense couldn't sustain fourth-quarter drives to tie the game against the…
- Keywords: washington commanders, los angeles rams, jayden danials, puka nacua, matthew stafford, trey amos, k'lavon chaisson, third down conversion, commanders loss, The Banner
- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/sports/commanders-nfl/washington-commanders-rams-loss-AJRL2NAQIJDVHO2HNZ23NF55NE
- Author: Kevin Reynolds
- Published: 2026-11-08T21:17:24.694+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: washington commanders, los angeles rams, jayden danials, puka nacua, matthew stafford, trey amos, k'lavon chaisson, third down conversion, commanders loss, news, local
## Late game chances
Washington had multiple fourth-quarter drives to tie the game but failed to convert.

> Next week is a must win
## Puka Nacua dominance
Nacua had 14 catches on 19 targets for 150 yards, overwhelming Washington's defense.

> Great player, great catch. He was going to have to earn it
## Defense struggles
Washington's defense couldn't limit the Rams' top receiver despite knowing the strategy.

> They are running the same play all day
## Third down failures
Washington went 3-of-11 on third down, failing to sustain drives late in the game.

> Some penalties probably killed [us], pushing us back, once again
## Rushing attack
Washington used screen passes and quick throws to extend their run game.

> Blough brought in wide receivers Luke McCaffrey and Diggs for a few targets within 5 yards
## Rams win
Los Angeles won 20-13, extending Washington's losing streak to five games.

> Washington is 2-5-1
## Next game
Washington faces the New York Giants next, with New York now three games ahead.

> The Commanders are 2-5-1
## Key takeaway

Washington's offense couldn't sustain fourth-quarter drives to tie the game against the Rams, resulting in a 20-13 loss.