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Can Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders pull off a Monday Night Football upset against the undefeated San Francisco 49ers, or is Washington's season already slipping away?

The Commanders (1-3-1) head to Levi's Stadium to face Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, Kyle Shanahan and the 5-0 49ers in a massive Week 6 showdown.

Coming off a frustrating 27-27 tie against the New York Giants, Jayden Daniels is looking to bounce back after rushing for 103 yards and two touchdowns in his return from an elbow injury. But the disastrous final play in overtime has raised serious questions about Dan Quinn, Washington's execution and whether this team can turn its season around.

On today's Commanders Squad, Nick Ashooh, former Washington wide receiver Anthony Armstrong and David Harrison break down everything you need to know before Monday Night Football.

🏈 Today's biggest storylines:

• Jayden Daniels vs. Brock Purdy: Can Washington's franchise quarterback deliver against an undefeated opponent?
• Dan Quinn under pressure: How much responsibility does the coaching staff bear for Washington's late-game mistakes?
• Commanders defensive struggles: Can Washington slow down Purdy, Christian McCaffrey and George Kittle?
• Stefon Diggs and Terry McLaurin: What will Washington's passing attack look like with lingering injury concerns?
• Running back injuries: What do Jacory Croskey-Merritt's absence and the roles of Rachaad White, Austin Ekeler and Jeremy McNichols mean for the offense?
• 49ers injury report: Nick Bosa and Deebo Samuel are out, while Mike Evans is questionable.
• Commanders vs. 49ers predictions: Keys to the game, matchup advantages and what Washington must do to pull off the upset.

With a bye week approaching and an NFC East showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles coming next, the Commanders desperately need some momentum.

Is Jayden Daniels capable of saving Washington's season, or will the undefeated 49ers expose even bigger problems?

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