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Jaylin Lane Shines with 90-Yard Touchdown in Commanders' Victory

9/22/2025

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The Washington Commanders selected Jaylin Lane, a former Virginia Tech wide receiver, in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Lane scored his first NFL touchdown with a 90-yard punt return against the Las Vegas Raiders, tying for the season's longest touchdown.
His speed reached 20.56 MPH, helping the Commanders secure a 41-24 victory.
With veteran return specialist Austin Ekeler injured, Lane is emerging as a potential breakout star.
Critics are reassessing the Commanders' draft choice following Lane's impressive performance.

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Story summary

The Washington Commanders selected Jaylin Lane, a former Virginia Tech wide receiver, in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Lane scored his first NFL touchdown with a 90-yard punt return against the Las Vegas Raiders, tying for the season's longest touchdown.
His speed reached 20.56 MPH, helping the Commanders secure a 41-24 victory.
With veteran return specialist Austin Ekeler injured, Lane is emerging as a potential breakout star.
Critics are reassessing the Commanders' draft choice following Lane's impressive performance.