# Washington Commanders Red-Zone Problem

> Commanders allow twice as many red-zone touchdowns as they score.
- Title: Washington Commanders Red-Zone Problem | Shortify
- Summary: Commanders allow twice as many red-zone touchdowns as they score. Washington Commanders allow 18 red-zone touchdowns while scoring 9 through six games, with…
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- Source: Washington Commanders On SI — https://si.com/nfl/commanders/onsi/commanders-red-zone-touchdowns-allowed-scored
- Published: 2026-10-23T15:16:14+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: washington commanders, red-zone touchdowns, nfl, commanders, 49ers, san francisco, sports
## Red-Zone Stats
Washington scored nine red-zone touchdowns through six games.
## Red-Zone Issue
Opponents scored 18 red-zone touchdowns while Washington scored 9.
## Red-Zone Rate
Commanders scored 52.9% of red-zone trips, tied for 21st with Bengals.
## Red-Zone Defense
Opposing teams scored 81.8% of red-zone trips, ranking 31st.
## 49ers Game
Washington allowed touchdowns on three of four red-zone attempts against 49ers.
## Next Test
Defense must force more red-zone trips without touchdowns against Eagles.
## Key takeaway

Washington Commanders allow 18 red-zone touchdowns while scoring 9 through six games, with a 23-17 loss to 49ers highlighting the issue.