Quick answer
- Winner
- Washington Commanders
- Final score
- Washington Commanders 45–31 Detroit Lions
- Halftime
- Washington Commanders 31–21 Detroit Lions at halftime
- FantasyHQ MVP
- Jayden Daniels
- Top passer
- Jared Goff
- Biggest EPA play
- (5:38) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass deep left intended for 17-T.Patrick INTERCEPTED by 20-Q.Ma…
- Game date
- 2025-01-18
Game summary
The Washington Commanders beat the Detroit Lions 45–31 on 2025-01-18. Jayden Daniels posted a game-high +22.41 total EPA in the passing.
The highest-scoring period was Q2 with 42 combined points.
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | — | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 28 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 45 | |
| 7 | 14 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 31 |
Stars of the game
Top performers by total expected points added (EPA).
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Jayden Daniels · Washington Commanders · Passing · +22.41 total EPA · 38 snaps · +0.59 EPA/play - 2
A. St.Brown · Detroit Lions · Receiving · +10.52 total EPA · 10 snaps · +1.05 EPA/play - 3

Terry McLaurin · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +7.78 total EPA · 6 snaps · +1.30 EPA/play - 4

Brian Robinson · Washington Commanders · Rushing · +6.04 total EPA · 15 snaps · +0.40 EPA/play - 5

Jahmyr Gibbs · Detroit Lions · Rushing · +5.35 total EPA · 14 snaps · +0.38 EPA/play - 6

Zach Ertz · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +5.26 total EPA · 5 snaps · +1.05 EPA/play - 7

Joshua Williams · Detroit Lions · Rushing · +5.17 total EPA · 1 snaps · +5.17 EPA/play - 8
Jamison Crowder · Washington Commanders · Receiving · +3.49 total EPA · 2 snaps · +1.74 EPA/play
FantasyHQ Game MVP
Highest total EPA with the player's top snap and the game's biggest single play when different.

FantasyHQ Game MVP
Jayden Daniels — WAS · Passing
Jayden Daniels posted the highest total EPA (+22.41) in the game, the strongest overall impact for Washington Commanders. Across 38 counted snaps, they averaged +0.59 EPA per play.
Jayden Daniels's top snap (+4.74 EPA): (6:33) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 5-J.Daniels pass short left to 17-T.McLaurin for 58 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Biggest single play (-6.65 EPA): Jared Goff — (5:38) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass deep left intended for 17-T.Patrick INTERCEPTED by 20-Q.Martin at DET 40. 20-Q.Martin for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. DET-16-J.Goff was injured during the play.
Quarterback report card
Jared Goff led all passers in efficiency for Detroit Lions, setting the tone in the passing game according to FantasyHQ analytics.

Jared Goff (Detroit Lions) · 40 dropbacks · 57.5% completion · -5.4% CPOE · -0.04 EPA/play · -1.62 total EPA
Jayden Daniels (Washington Commanders) · 38 dropbacks · 57.9% completion · +6.2% CPOE · +0.59 EPA/play · +22.41 total EPA
Team stats comparison
Side-by-side offensive and defensive efficiency.
| Stat | ||
|---|---|---|
| Offensive EPA/play | +0.254 | +0.061 |
| Offensive success rate | 55.3% | 57.6% |
| Pass EPA/play | +0.590 | -0.117 |
| Rush EPA/play | -0.009 | +0.503 |
| Defensive EPA/play | -0.061 | -0.254 |
| Defensive success rate | 42.4% | 44.7% |
Drive & efficiency notes
Despite the final score, Washington Commanders generated the better offensive EPA per play (+0.25 vs +0.06), suggesting they moved the ball more efficiently.
Season benchmark context (offensive EPA per play):
- Washington Commanders: +0.25 EPA/play (94th percentile vs. 2024 team-game averages)
- Detroit Lions: +0.06 EPA/play (61st percentile vs. 2024 team-game averages)
- Detroit Lions: 11 drives, +5.14 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
- Washington Commanders: 12 drives, +23.90 total EPA, 6 scoring drives
Who scored touchdowns and field goals
Every touchdown and field goal from official play-by-play.
Touchdowns

Detroit Lions — Jahmyr Gibbs 
Washington Commanders — Brian Robinson 
Detroit Lions — Sam LaPorta (Jared Goff pass) 
Washington Commanders — Terry McLaurin (Jayden Daniels pass) 
Washington Commanders — Quan Martin - Detroit Lions — unlisted player

Washington Commanders — Zach Ertz (Jayden Daniels pass) 
Detroit Lions — Jahmyr Gibbs 
Washington Commanders — Brian Robinson 
Washington Commanders — Jeremy McNichols
Field goals

Washington Commanders — Zane Gonzalez 
Detroit Lions — Jessie Bates III
Quarter by quarter
Quarter-by-quarter recap from live scoring plays.
The opening quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 7–3. Detroit Lions found the end zone from the WAS 1 (Q1 7:40) — (7:40) 70-D.Skipper reported in as eligible. 26-J.Gibbs left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q1 7:36) — 39-J.Bates extra point is GOOD, Center-49-H.Hatten, Holder-3-J.Fox.; Washington Commanders connected on a field goal from the DET 29 (Q1 3:54) — (3:54) 47-Z.Gonzalez 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way..
The second quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 28–14. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the DET 2 (Q2 10:58) — (10:58) (Shotgun) 8-B.Robinson right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. WAS-76-S.Cosmi was injured during the play.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the DET 15 (Q2 10:55) — 47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.; Detroit Lions found the end zone from the WAS 2 (Q2 7:50) — (7:50) 70-D.Skipper reported in as eligible. 16-J.Goff pass short right to 87-S.LaPorta for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN [93-J.Allen].; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q2 7:44) — 39-J.Bates extra point is GOOD, Center-49-H.Hatten, Holder-3-J.Fox.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the DET 58 (Q2 6:33) — (6:33) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 5-J.Daniels pass short left to 17-T.McLaurin for 58 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the DET 15 (Q2 6:23) — 47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the WAS 82 (Q2 5:38); Washington Commanders added 1 points from the DET 15 (Q2 5:25) — 47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.; Detroit Lions found the end zone from the WAS 61 (Q2 4:16) — (4:16) 9-Ja.Williams left end for 61 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q2 4:01) — 39-J.Bates extra point is GOOD, Center-49-H.Hatten, Holder-3-J.Fox.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the DET 5 (Q2 1:49) — (1:49) (Shotgun) 5-J.Daniels pass short middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the DET 15 (Q2 1:46) — 47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way..
The third quarter: Detroit Lions won the period 7–0. Detroit Lions found the end zone from the WAS 8 (Q3 7:02) — (7:02) 26-J.Gibbs up the middle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.; Detroit Lions added 1 points from the WAS 15 (Q3 6:57) — 39-J.Bates extra point is GOOD, Center-49-H.Hatten, Holder-3-J.Fox..
The fourth quarter: Washington Commanders won the period 14–3. Washington Commanders found the end zone from the DET 1 (Q4 13:32) — (13:32) (Shotgun) 8-B.Robinson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the DET 15 (Q4 13:29) — 47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.; Washington Commanders found the end zone from the DET 1 (Q4 7:38) — (7:38) (Shotgun) 26-J.McNichols up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.; Washington Commanders added 1 points from the DET 15 (Q4 7:31) — 47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.; Detroit Lions connected on a field goal from the WAS 10 (Q4 5:04) — (5:04) 39-J.Bates 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-H.Hatten, Holder-3-J.Fox..
Turning points
Plays that moved win probability the most.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 5:38) — (5:38) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass deep left intended for 17-T.Patrick INTERCEPTED by 20-Q.Martin at DET 40. 20-Q.Martin for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. DET-16-J.Goff was injured during the play.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 6:33) — (6:33) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 5-J.Daniels pass short left to 17-T.McLaurin for 58 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 4:16) — (4:16) 9-Ja.Williams left end for 61 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 15:00) — (15:00) (Shotgun) 5-J.Daniels pass deep left to 2-D.Brown to DET 16 for 42 yards (32-B.Branch).
- Detroit Lions (Q1 1:02) — (1:02) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff sacked at WAS 25 for -8 yards (92-D.Armstrong). FUMBLES (92-D.Armstrong) [92-D.Armstrong], RECOVERED by WAS-4-F.Luvu at WAS 22.
Impact plays
Highest EPA snaps that flipped field position.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 5:38) — (5:38) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass deep left intended for 17-T.Patrick INTERCEPTED by 20-Q.Martin at DET 40. 20-Q.Martin for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. DET-16-J.Goff was injured during the play.
- Detroit Lions (Q1 1:02) — (1:02) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff sacked at WAS 25 for -8 yards (92-D.Armstrong). FUMBLES (92-D.Armstrong) [92-D.Armstrong], RECOVERED by WAS-4-F.Luvu at WAS 22.
- Detroit Lions (Q2 4:16) — (4:16) 9-Ja.Williams left end for 61 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
- Washington Commanders (Q2 6:33) — (6:33) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 5-J.Daniels pass short left to 17-T.McLaurin for 58 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Every scoring play
Chronological scoring with play-by-play context.
Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q1 7:40 · WAS 1 · Score 0-6
(7:40) 70-D.Skipper reported in as eligible. 26-J.Gibbs left end for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q1 7:36 · WAS 15 · Score 0-7
39-J.Bates extra point is GOOD, Center-49-H.Hatten, Holder-3-J.Fox.
Washington Commanders FG (+3) — Q1 3:54 · DET 29 · Score 3-7
(3:54) 47-Z.Gonzalez 47 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.
Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 10:58 · DET 2 · Score 9-7
(10:58) (Shotgun) 8-B.Robinson right guard for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN. WAS-76-S.Cosmi was injured during the play.
Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 10:55 · DET 15 · Score 10-7
47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.
Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q2 7:50 · WAS 2 · Score 10-13
(7:50) 70-D.Skipper reported in as eligible. 16-J.Goff pass short right to 87-S.LaPorta for 2 yards, TOUCHDOWN [93-J.Allen].
Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q2 7:44 · WAS 15 · Score 10-14
39-J.Bates extra point is GOOD, Center-49-H.Hatten, Holder-3-J.Fox.
Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 6:33 · DET 58 · Score 16-14
(6:33) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 5-J.Daniels pass short left to 17-T.McLaurin for 58 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 6:23 · DET 15 · Score 17-14
47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.
Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 5:38 · WAS 82 · Score 23-14
(5:38) (Shotgun) 16-J.Goff pass deep left intended for 17-T.Patrick INTERCEPTED by 20-Q.Martin at DET 40. 20-Q.Martin for 40 yards, TOUCHDOWN. DET-16-J.Goff was injured during the play.
Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 5:25 · DET 15 · Score 24-14
47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.
Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q2 4:16 · WAS 61 · Score 24-20
(4:16) 9-Ja.Williams left end for 61 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q2 4:01 · WAS 15 · Score 24-21
39-J.Bates extra point is GOOD, Center-49-H.Hatten, Holder-3-J.Fox.
Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q2 1:49 · DET 5 · Score 30-21
(1:49) (Shotgun) 5-J.Daniels pass short middle to 86-Z.Ertz for 5 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q2 1:46 · DET 15 · Score 31-21
47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.
Detroit Lions TD (+6) — Q3 7:02 · WAS 8 · Score 31-27
(7:02) 26-J.Gibbs up the middle for 8 yards, TOUCHDOWN.
Detroit Lions XP (+1) — Q3 6:57 · WAS 15 · Score 31-28
39-J.Bates extra point is GOOD, Center-49-H.Hatten, Holder-3-J.Fox.
Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 13:32 · DET 1 · Score 37-28
(13:32) (Shotgun) 8-B.Robinson up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 13:29 · DET 15 · Score 38-28
47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.
Washington Commanders TD (+6) — Q4 7:38 · DET 1 · Score 44-28
(7:38) (Shotgun) 26-J.McNichols up the middle for 1 yard, TOUCHDOWN.
Washington Commanders XP (+1) — Q4 7:31 · DET 15 · Score 45-28
47-Z.Gonzalez extra point is GOOD, Center-69-T.Ott, Holder-10-T.Way.
Detroit Lions FG (+3) — Q4 5:04 · WAS 10 · Score 45-31
(5:04) 39-J.Bates 28 yard field goal is GOOD, Center-49-H.Hatten, Holder-3-J.Fox.
Key takeaways
What to remember for fantasy research and follow-up box score digging.
- Washington Commanders earned the result — use the box score for snap-level context.
- Jayden Daniels (Washington Commanders) led total EPA — start here for highlight and prop research.
- Jared Goff (DET) finished below expected efficiency despite volume.
- Jayden Daniels (WAS) finished above expected through the air (positive CPOE).
Frequently asked questions
Who won Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions on 2025-01-18?
The Washington Commanders beat the Detroit Lions 45-31 in Divisional, 2024.
What was the score by quarter in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
Q1: Washington Commanders 3, Detroit Lions 7; Q2: Washington Commanders 28, Detroit Lions 14; Q3: Washington Commanders 0, Detroit Lions 7; Q4: Washington Commanders 14, Detroit Lions 3; Final: Washington Commanders 45, Detroit Lions 31.
Who scored touchdowns and field goals in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
Detroit Lions touchdown — J. Gibbs (Q1 7:40) Washington Commanders touchdown — B. Robinson (Q2 10:58) Detroit Lions touchdown — S. LaPorta (J. Goff pass) (Q2 7:50) Washington Commanders touchdown — T. McLaurin (J. Daniels pass) (Q2 6:33) Washington Commanders touchdown — Q. Martin (Q2 5:38) Detroit Lions touchdown — unlisted player (Q2 4:16) Washington Commanders touchdown — Z. Ertz (J. Daniels pass) (Q2 1:49) Detroit Lions touchdown — J. Gibbs (Q3 7:02) Washington Commanders touchdown — B. Robinson (Q4 13:32) Washington Commanders touchdown — J. McNichols (Q4 7:38) Washington Commanders field goal — Z. Gonzalez (Q1 3:54, 3 pts) Detroit Lions field goal — J. Bates (Q4 5:04, 3 pts) Extra points followed each touchdown unless noted in the play-by-play.
How did the quarterbacks play in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
Jared Goff (Detroit Lions), 57.5% completion, -5.4% CPOE, -0.04 EPA per dropback, -1.62 total passing EPA. Jayden Daniels (Washington Commanders), 57.9% completion, +6.2% CPOE, +0.59 EPA per dropback, +22.41 total passing EPA.
Who was FantasyHQ's player of the game in Washington Commanders vs Detroit Lions?
Jayden Daniels (Washington Commanders) was FantasyHQ's Game MVP with +22.41 total EPA on Passing plays. across 38 snaps. Their top snap (+4.74 EPA): (6:33) (No Huddle, Shotgun) 5-J.Daniels pass short left to 17-T.McLaurin for 58 yards, TOUCHDOWN..
Season records after this game
Washington Commanders
Entered 13-5 Now 14-5 W
Detroit Lions
Entered 15-2 Now 15-3 L