Overview
- On Washington’s first drive, a misdirection screen from Josh Johnson sprung Samuel for a 41-yard gain in which he ran through safety Donovan Wilson and knocked off his helmet.
- The play aired on Netflix and was shared by the NFL and the Commanders on social media, quickly becoming the game’s most-circulated clip.
- Dallas defeated Washington 30-23, dropping the Commanders to 4-12 with one regular-season game remaining.
- Per Spotrac data reported by Newsweek, Samuel hit incentives during the game for 70 receptions ($450,000) and 700 receiving yards ($250,000).
- Despite injuries in Washington’s receiver group, Samuel has led the team in catches, receiving yards, and touchdowns, and the loss leaves Washington projected for the No. 7 draft pick.