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Commanders lose 23-17 to 49ers as Rachaad White scores, Croskey-Merritt to IR

The Washington Commanders fell 23-17 to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 6, with Rachaed White catching a touchdown pass and Jacory Croskey-Merritt placed on injured reserve.

Commanders lose 23-17 to 49ers as Rachaad White scores, Croskey-Merritt to IR

Key points

  • Rachaad White rushed seven times for 27 yards and added a 30‑yard receiving touchdown.
  • Quarterback Jayden Daniels threw the 9‑yard TD pass to White.
  • Jacory Croskey‑Merritt was moved to injured reserve with a groin injury.
  • Terry McLaurin left the game early due to injury.

The Washington Commanders lost to the San Francisco 49ers 23-17 in Week 6.

Running back Rachaad White rushed seven times for 27 yards, added 30 receiving yards and scored a touchdown.

The touchdown was a 9-yard pass from quarterback Jayden Daniels.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt was placed on injured reserve with a groin injury and will miss at least four weeks.

Star wide receiver Terry McLaurin left the game early after an injury.

Your questions, answered

Who scored the touchdown for the Commanders against the 49ers?

Running back Rachaad White caught a 9‑yard pass from quarterback Jayden Daniels for the touchdown.

Why was Jacory Croskey‑Merritt placed on injured reserve?

He suffered a groin injury that will keep him out for at least four weeks.

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