On Sunday, the Washington Commanders look for the first postseason win in 19 years when they face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from Raymond James Stadium. This is the second meeting of the 2024 season, as Washington and Tampa Bay met in Week 1, with the Bucs coming away with a relatively comfortable 37-20 win.
Much has changed since Week 1 for both squads. Both offenses are among the best in the NFL, but defensive questions persist for both teams. The Commanders enter Sunday’s game having won five straight, while the Bucs have won six of their last seven games.
Tampa Bay is a slight favorite for Sunday’s game. How can the Commanders pull off the upset?
Here are five keys to a Washington victory over the Buccaneers.