INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Playing for the first time as a pro not far from his hometown, Jayden Daniels started slowly in his return after missing two games with an injured left knee.

After the defense forced a big fumble in the second quarter, Daniels and the Washington Commanders didn’t look back, reeling off 27 straight points to beat the Los Angeles Chargers 27-10 on Sunday.

“I’ve dreamt of moments like this, being able to play in front of my family back in my hometown,” said Daniels, who grew up 75 miles from SoFi Stadium in San Bernardino.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt scored two touchdowns and Daniels was 15 of 26 for 231 yards and a touchdown in the game’s final minute in helping the Commanders (3-2) win for the first time on the road.

“It was just great to have his presence on the field,”

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