In Magic Johnson's second year as part owner of the Commanders, the team won its first playoff game in 19 years as Jayden Daniels led the way past the Buccaneers.

The Commanders are making a lot of fans very proud this year, including minority owner Magic Johnson. ASHBURN, Va. — There’s no doubt that something special has been happening with the Washington Commanders this season.

Johnson was part of an ownership group that purchased the Commanders from Dan Snyder in 2023. That group has found quick success, replacing the franchise’s general manager and head coach six months after taking over, then watching that management draft quarterback Jayden Daniels and become one of the most surprising teams in the NFL this year.

The Washington Commanders will be playing more meaningful football in January after clinching a spot in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs with their thrilling 23-20 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday night.

Terry McLaurin is the heart and soul of the Washington Commanders. On Sunday night, McLaurin, in his first career playoff game, caught seven passes for 89 yards, including a touchdown in Washington's 23-20 over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFC wild-card round.

Commanders minority owner Magic Johnson expresses pride in the team's thrilling NFL playoffs win vs. Buccaneers

The Washington Commanders secured a dramatic last-minute victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL Wild Card round, sparking mixed emotions among fans and minority owner Magic Johnson. After nearly two decades,