Treylon Burks' Incredible Touchdown Catch Shines in Commanders' Narrow Win
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In an electrifying matchup on Sunday night, Washington Commanders wide receiver Treylon Burks made headlines with an incredible one-handed touchdown catch against the Denver Broncos. The dramatic play occurred during the third quarter as Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota delivered a lob pass to Burks in the end zone.
Burks, who reached behind him while falling backwards, secured the ball over Broncos cornerback Riley Moss, resulting in a go-ahead touchdown that put the Commanders ahead 14-13. This catch not only captivated NFL fans but also drew comparisons to the legendary grab made by Odell Beckham Jr. in 2014, highlighting Burks' emerging talent in the league.
Burks' touchdown marked only the second of his NFL career, with his first coming in his previous stint with the Tennessee Titans, where he struggled to make an impact, scoring just one touchdown over 27 games.
Since joining the Commanders earlier this season, Burks has begun to showcase the skills that made him a first-round draft pick for the Titans in 2022, selected 18th overall out of Arkansas. Before this game, he had recorded four catches for 72 yards in his first two games with Washington.
Following the touchdown, fans and analysts alike expressed their excitement on social media, with Beckham himself praising Burks on X, referencing the shared jersey number 13. The game eventually ended in a nail-biting finish, with the Broncos narrowly defeating the Commanders 27-26 in overtime, but Burks’ spectacular catch remains a highlight of the night.
The performance underscores the potential Burks has as he continues to develop his career with Washington, providing the team with a much-needed offensive spark as they navigate through the season.