Biggest comeback wins in Washington Commanders history

Comeback wins are among the most thrilling moments in sports — the lead slowly shrinks, momentum swings, and a game that once seemed lost turns into an unforgettable victory. Over the years, the Washington Commanders have delivered dramatic turnaround victories, reminding fans that no game is truly over until the final whistle.

Using data from Pro-Football-Reference.com, Stacker compiled a list of the biggest comeback wins in Washington Commanders history. Games were ranked according to the largest point deficit by the winning team. Ties were broken using the most recent game date.

Keep reading to see the 10 biggest comeback wins in Washington Commanders history.

#10. Washington Redskins @ Atlanta Falcons
- Date: Dec 17, 1989
- Final score: 31-30
- Largest deficit: 17

#9. Washington Redskins @ Atlanta Falcons
- Date: Sep 14, 2003
- Final score: 33-31
- Largest deficit: 17

#8. Washington Football Team vs Philadelphia Eagles
- Date: Sep 13, 2020
- Final score: 27-17
- Largest deficit: 17

#7. Washington Redskins vs New York Giants
- Date: Dec 2, 1973
- Final score: 27-24
- Largest deficit: 18

#6. Washington Redskins @ San Diego Chargers
- Date: Sep 21, 1986
- Final score: 30-27
- Largest deficit: 18

#5. Washington Commanders @ Denver Broncos
- Date: Sep 17, 2023
- Final score: 35-33
- Largest deficit: 18

#4. Washington Redskins vs Dallas Cowboys
- Date: Nov 28, 1965
- Final score: 34-31
- Largest deficit: 21

#3. Washington Redskins @ Detroit Lions
- Date: Nov 4, 1990
- Final score: 41-38
- Largest deficit: 21

#2. Washington Redskins vs Carolina Panthers
- Date: Oct 3, 1999
- Final score: 38-36
- Largest deficit: 21

#1. Washington Redskins vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Date: Oct 25, 2015
- Final score: 31-30
- Largest deficit: 24