Commanders Clinch Playoffs Spot In Overtime Thriller - Page 3

The DMV is raising hail as The Commanders have clinched their place in the 2025 NFL playoffs! RELATED: Commanders Make Historic Comeback Against The Eagles This win comes in a not so perfectly played game from the Atlanta Falcons and the Washington Commanders but DC was able to outlast the birds with an overtime win at Northwest stadium Sunday night!

RELATED: Jay-Z In Attendance For DC vs DC Battle At Northwest Stadium

With this 30-24 win, the Commanders now have one more game of the season, playing the one and only Dallas Cowboys. That game will played in Dallas on Sunday, January 5th at 1pm EST on FOX. Continue scrolling below to see photos and videos, including a surprise proposal, from another thrilling win from The Commanders!

READ MORE:

• The Fumble: Debating Cardi B Defending Stefon Diggs, Matt Kalil’s Big Problem, & More - Page 3
• Here Are All The Black NHL Players In 2026 - Page 3
• Browns Fire Head Coach Kevin Stefanski After Six Seasons - Page 3
• Stefon Diggs Speaks For First Time Since Felony Strangulation & Assault Charges: ‘Very Emotional Time’ - Page 3
• Myles Garrett Sets New NFL Single-Season Sack Record vs. Bengals - Page 3
• Jimmy Butler Screaming “White Boy” At Nets Rookie Leaves Social Media Playing The Race Card - Page 3
• Tiger Woods Turns 50, Becomes Eligible for PGA Tour Champions - Page 3
• Giannis Antetokounmpo Causes Chaos & Debate With Windmill Dunk In Garbage Time - Page 3
• The Downfall Of Sherrone Moore: A Timeline Of The Michigan Scandal, Firing & Arrest - Page 3
• ‘Tis The Season: Athletes Who Give Back During The Holidays - Page 3

Get Breaking News & Exclusive Content in Your Inbox:  

1. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: A general view of signage displaying that the Washington Commanders clinched a playoff spot after beating the Atlanta Falcons 30-24 in overtime at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) 

2. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

Love Football? Get more! Join the Majic 102.3 Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Subscribe

We care about your data. See our privacy policy.

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders runs with the ball in the second quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) 

3. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Atlanta Falcons offensive line and Washington Commanders defensive line in the trenches on the one yard line during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

4. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Atlanta Falcons linebacker Matthew Judon (15) sacks Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

5. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Fans in the stands with a Raise Hail flag during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

6. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Quan Martin #20 and Percy Butler #35 of the Washington Commanders celebrate after Martin made an interception in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

7. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Zach Ertz #86 of the Washington Commanders celebrates after scoring a touchdown in overtime to beat the Atlanta Falcons 30-24 at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

8. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders drops back to pass while being pressured by Arnold Ebiketie #17 of the Atlanta Falcons in the third quarter at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

9. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) attempts to block Atlanta Falcons linebacker JD Bertrand (40) while Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) surveys the field for an open receiver during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

10. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders punt returner Jamison Crowder (80) fields a punt then runs upfield, maneuvering to evade Atlanta Falcons linebacker Nate Landman (53) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

11. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders runs with the ball in overtime against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

12. Atlanta Falcons at the Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs the ball late in the game against the Atlanta Falcons the Northwest Stadium in Landover, MD on December 29, 2024. (Photo by John McDonnell/ for The Washington Post via Getty Images) 

13. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Olamide Zaccheaus #14 and John Bates #87 of the Washington Commanders celebrate after Zaccheaus scored a touchdown in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

14. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: A general view of fans during the game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

15. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Zach Ertz #86 and Sam Cosmi #76 of the Washington Commanders celebrate after Ertz scored a touchdown to beat the Atlanta Falcons 30-24 in overtime at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

16. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders runs with the ball while being chased by Lorenzo Carter #0 of the Atlanta Falcons in the third quarter at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

17.

18. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs upfield during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

19. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. #36 of the Washington Commanders celebrates a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images)

20. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Commanders runs with the ball in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

21. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) hands the ball to running back Brian Robinson Jr. (8) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

22. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (36) runs upfield, maneuvering to evade Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Eddie Goldman (99) and cornerback Dee Alford (20) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

23. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders drops back to pass in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

24. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs upfield, maneuvering to evade Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Demone Harris (91) and linebacker Nate Landman (53) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

25. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) throws a pass from the pocket while being pressured by Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Demone Harris (91) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

26. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) throws a pass from the pocket during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

27. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs upfield during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

28. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) throws a pass from the pocket while being pressured by Atlanta Falcons safety Justin Simmons (31) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

29. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders drops back to pass in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

30. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Tyler Allgeier #25 of the Atlanta Falcons runs with the ball in the second quarter against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

31. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders punt returner Jamison Crowder (80) fields a punt then runs upfield, maneuvering to evade Atlanta Falcons linebacker Nate Landman (53) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

32. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs upfield, maneuvering to evade Atlanta Falcons linebacker Lorenzo Carter (0) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

33. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus #14 of the Washington Commanders runs down the filed during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images)

34. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Quarterback Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders runs with the ball during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images)

35. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Tight End Zach Ertz #86 of the Washington Commanders celebrates a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images) 

36. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 and Chris Rodriguez Jr. #36 of the Washington Commanders celebrate after Rodriguez Jr. scored a touchdown in the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) 

37. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs upfield, maneuvering to evade Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford (20) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

38. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs upfield during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

39. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Atlanta Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes (21) tackles Washington Commanders wide receiver Jamison Crowder (80) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

40. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) surveys the field for an open receiver during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

41. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs upfield, maneuvering to evade Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

42. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders hands the ball off to Brian Robinson Jr. #8 in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

43. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) surveys the field for an open receiver while being pressured by Atlanta Falcons linebacker Matthew Judon (15) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

44. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) throws a pass from the pocket while being pressured by Atlanta Falcons safety Justin Simmons (31) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

45. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders reacts in the third quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

46. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs upfield, maneuvering to evade Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

47. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) runs upfield during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) 

48. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Quarterback Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders evades defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro #98 of the Atlanta Falcons during the second half of an NFL football game at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images) 

49. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders throws a pass in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

50. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Chris Rodriguez Jr. #36 of the Washington Commanders runs with the ball in overtime against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

51. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Zach Ertz #86, Jayden Daniels #5, and Olamide Zaccheaus #14 of the Washington Commanders celebrate after Ertz scored a touchdown in the third quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) 

52. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Mikaela Worley accepts the proposal from safety Jeremy Reaves #39 of the Washington Commanders on the field following an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images) 

53. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Mikaela Worley hugs her fiancé safety Jeremy Reaves #39 of the Washington Commanders after he proposed on the field following an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images) 

54. NFL: DEC 29 Falcons at Commanders

LANDOVER, MD – DECEMBER 29: Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) and quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) celebrate after scoring a touchdown during the Atlanta Falcons game versus the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024, in Landover, MD. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

55. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Kirk Cousins #18 of the Atlanta Falcons and Zach Ertz #86 of the Washington Commanders meet after the Commanders beat the Falcons 30-24 in overtime at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

56. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Head coach Raheem Morris of the Atlanta Falcons (L) and head coach Dan Quinn of the Washington Commanders meet after the Commanders beat the Falcons 30-24 in overtime at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

57. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Tight End Zach Ertz #86 of the Washington Commanders is hoisted by teammates after scoring a game-winning overtime touchdown during an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images) 

58. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Quarterback Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders acknowledges fans as he leaves the filed following an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images) 

59. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: A general view of signage displaying that the Washington Commanders clinched a playoff spot after beating the Atlanta Falcons 30-24 in overtime at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

60. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders walks off the field after beating the Atlanta Falcons 30-24 in overtime at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

61. Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND – DECEMBER 29: Olamide Zaccheaus #14, Brian Robinson Jr. #8, and Emmanuel Forbes Jr. #13 of the Washington Commanders celebrate after Zaccheaus scored a touchdown in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at Northwest Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images)