Anchorage Commandos Prevail in Thrilling Week 3 Clash with Albuquerque Roadrunners
By Skye Walburg, Alaska Dispatch
In a Week 3 matchup that kept fans on the edge of their seats, the Anchorage Commandos managed to secure a hard-fought victory against the Albuquerque Roadrunners, winning 153.4-142.3. The game featured two division rivals facing off for the first time this season, and it lived up to the anticipation and excitement that comes with such encounters.
Heading into the game, the Commandos sported a 2-1 record, looking to bounce back from an unexpected loss to the undefeated California Rebels. The team acknowledged the need for improvement, with depth concerns in particular looming large. To address this, they set their sights on shoring up their running back room. Their faith in Travis Etienne and Isaiah Pacheco paid off, as both players rebounded in spectacular fashion in Week 3. Meanwhile, wide receiver Justin Jefferson continued to dazzle, and Mike Evans showcased his value as a formidable WR2 in the realm of fantasy football. Quarterback Jalen Hurts delivered a typical performance, adding to the team’s consistency.
One of the notable moves leading up to this game was a trade between the Commandos and the Seattle Leathernecks. Peter Stevens, owner of the Commandos, discussed the decision to trade Najee Harris to Seattle in exchange for Jerick McKinnon. Stevens explained, “We had started to lose confidence in Najee Harris due to his inefficiency with his touches. When Seattle reached out, we saw an opportunity to trade for Jerick McKinnon, a player with similar value but higher upside.”
However, the contest against the Roadrunners turned out to be far more challenging than initially expected. The Commandos entered the game as 19.8-point favorites, but the Roadrunners gave them a run for their money. The Buffalo Bills Defense was the standout for Albuquerque, contributing an impressive 32 points to their score. Led by quarterback Trevor Lawrence and the dynamic Amari Cooper, the Roadrunners put up a valiant effort in an attempt to pull off an upset but ultimately fell short, losing by 11.1 points and dropping to 0-3 for the season.
After the game, the Commandos credited their strong start to the season to their ability to remain healthy through the first month. “We take immense pride in our top-of-the-line training staff that keeps our athletes in peak condition every week,” the Commandos’ Head Coach remarked.
The victory over the Roadrunners provides the Commandos with renewed momentum as they look ahead to the rest of the season. With a healthy roster, renewed confidence, and a commitment to improvement, the Anchorage Commandos aim to make their presence felt in the league as they continue their quest for success in the weeks to come.
