Can the Washington Commanders defeat the Detroit Lions to begin the season 2-0?
The Commanders began the Carson Wentz era last week with an explosive offense. Wentz passed for over 300 yards and four touchdowns while running back Antonio Gibson finished with 130 yards from scrimmage.
As for the Lions, they fell to the Philadelphia Eagles, 38-35, in the season opener. Detroit’s defense struggled to slow down the Eagles, but running back D’Andre Swift had a huge game for the Lions.
Who wins?
Bryan Manning
If Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jonathan Allen plays for the Commanders, I feel better about their chances of winning. Outside of Allen, Washington has no serious injury concerns. While guard Wes Schweitzer could miss the game, the Commanders do have Trai Turner at right guard.
Defensively, Washington must slow down Swift. If Swift has another huge day, that makes life easier for Detroit quarterback Jared Goff.
The good news for the Commanders is they have enough weapons on offense to score a lot of points. So much depends on Wentz. He was a bit of a rollercoaster in Week 1 but overall played well. Detroit’s defense struggled in Week 1, which leads me to give the advantage to Washington.
Commanders 27, Lions 23
