2 min read • January 10, 2025
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The Washington Commanders (12-5) are set to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (10-7) in the NFC Wild Card round on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.
Season Recap
The Commanders secured the sixth seed in the NFC after a strong finish to the regular season, including a 23-19 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
The Buccaneers clinched the NFC South title, earning the third seed in the conference.
Out:
TE Colson Yankoff (hamstring) – remains on injured reserve.
Questionable:
WR Jamison Crowder (hamstring) – limited in practice.
Active:
CB Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) – expected to play after missing several games.
QB Jayden Daniels (leg soreness) – full participant in practice; will start.
TE John Bates (shoulder) – cleared to play.
LB Frankie Luvu (shoulder) – cleared to play.
DE Clelin Ferrell (knee) – cleared to play.
C Tyler Biadasz (ankle) – cleared to play.
S Jeremy Chinn (rib) – cleared to play.
LT Brandon Coleman (knee) – cleared to play.
OT Cornelius Lucas (groin) – cleared to play.
Out:
CB Troy Hill (knee) – did not participate in practice.
Questionable:
CB Jamel Dean (knee) – limited in practice.
S Antoine Winfield Jr. (knee) – limited in practice.
TE Cade Otton (knee) – limited in practice.
Active:
WR Mike Evans (rest) – limited in practice; expected to play.
RB Bucky Irving (shoulder) – full participant in practice; expected to play.
RT Tristan Wirfs (foot) – limited in practice; expected to play.
Key Matchups to Watch
Commanders' Pass Rush vs. Baker Mayfield: Washington's defensive front aims to pressure Mayfield, who has been effective in evading sacks.
Marshon Lattimore vs. Mike Evans: A renewed rivalry as Lattimore who joined the Commanders from the Saints this season returns from injury to cover Evans, who has been a pivotal part of Tampa Bay's offense.
This playoff encounter marks the fourth postseason meeting between these franchises, with Tampa Bay holding a 2-1 advantage.
Both teams are poised for a competitive matchup, with the Commanders seeking to avenge their Week 1 loss and the Buccaneers aiming to continue their offensive momentum into the playoffs.
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