# Washington Commanders beat Seahawks with patchwork defense

> Commanders' defensive patchwork held Seattle to 17 points before collapse.
- Title: Washington Commanders beat Seahawks with patchwork defense
- Summary: Commanders' defensive patchwork held Seattle to 17 points before collapse. Washington's defensive adjustments kept a 33-31 win over Seattle despite early…
- Keywords: commanders, seahawks, jayden danials, amik robertson, seattle, nfl, defensive secondary, marcus mariota, news, local, Washington, beat
- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/sports/commanders-nfl/washington-commanders-seattle-seahawks-secondary-RHB25TP4DJAHFC4ZWVKKJGJVAU
- Author: Kevin Reynolds
- Published: 2026-09-27T23:39:46.878+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: commanders, seahawks, jayden danials, amik robertson, seattle, nfl, defensive secondary, marcus mariota, news, local
## Commanders near playoff exit
After two weeks and two losses, Washington's season felt close to ending with less than 16% of 0-2 teams making playoffs since 2002.

> We have to look in the mirror and fix the s, t
## Defensive struggles
Washington allowed 37 points against Dallas and were torched by a journeyman receiver in Philadelphia.
## Secondary patchwork
Starting cornerbacks ranked 89th and safeties 68th of 79 players, but defensive coordinator Daronte Jones shuffled the lineup.
## Temporary defense
For three quarters, Washington held Seattle to 17 points with Amik Robertson making four timely pass breakups.
## Fourth quarter collapse
Jaxon Smith-Njigba scored two touchdowns and 128 yards, ending Washington's lead in the fourth quarter.
## Post-game reflection
Washington won 33-31 with Marcus Mariota scoring the game-clinching run after quarterback Jayden Daniels was injured.
## Next step
Robertson said Washington can now travel to London without worrying about a 0-3 record.

> I think that flight is going to be cool
## Key takeaway

Washington's defensive adjustments kept a 33-31 win over Seattle despite early struggles.