Statistical breakdown: How the Commanders and 49ers stack up ahead of Week 17 game

The Washington Commanders (4-11) return home to FedEx Field to host the San Francisco 49ers (11-4) in Week 17. Washington made a quarterback change on Wednesday, naming Jacoby Brissett the new starter — at least for Sunday’s game.

Unfortunately for the Commanders, they’ll face an angry 49ers team coming off a blowout loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Christmas Day.

The 49ers remain the prohibitive NFC favorite, having won six in a row before Monday’s loss. San Francisco has a loaded roster featuring quarterback Brock Purdy, tight end George Kittle, wide receiver Deebo Samuel and defensive end Nick Bosa. And, of course, two former Washington players, Trent Williams and Chase Young, return to FedEx Field on Sunday.

Now, let’s review the stats and see how these teams compare to one another ahead of Week 17.

Scoring Offense

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel (19) poses after a touchdown.

Commanders: 23rd, 20.6 PPG

49ers: 3rd, 29.6 PPG

Pass Offense

Washington Commanders quarterback Jacoby Brissett (12). Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Commanders: 16th, 228.8 YPG

49ers: 2nd, 265.7 YPG

Rush Offense

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23). Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

Commanders: 21st, 98.7 YPG

49ers: 4th, 138.7 YPG

Total Offense

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Commanders: 19th, 327.5 YPG

49ers: 2nd, 404.3 YPG

Scoring Defense

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Chase Young (92) reacts next to defensive end Nick Bosa (97). Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

Commanders: 32nd, 30.2 PPG

49ers: 3rd, 17.8 PPG

Pass Defense

Kendall Fuller #29 of the Washington Commanders breaks up a pass for Garrett Wilson #17 of the New York Jets in the end zone. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

Commanders: 31st, 261.6 YPG

49ers: 16th, 222.0 YPG

Run Defense

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner (54). Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports

Commanders: 23rd, 122.7 YPG

49ers: 3rd, 90.3 YPG

Total Defense

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97). Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

Commanders: 32nd, 384.3 YPG

49ers: 11th, 312.3 YPG

Penalties

A penalty flag rests on the field. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Commanders: 7th, 41.5 YPG

49ers: 25th, 55.7 YPG

3rd-Down Defense

Washington Commanders linebacker Cody Barton (57) and safety Jartavius Martin (20) celebrate. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Commanders: 23rd, 40.58%

49ers: 21st, 39.79%

Turnover Margin

Cody Barton #57 of the Washington Commanders celebrates an interception with teammates. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

Commanders: -10

49ers: +8