Washington Commanders vs

Philadelphia Eagles Prediction

Washington Commanders vs Philadelphia Eagles Prediction

The Washington Football Team had it all in front of them. Two weeks back, they were 6-7, and only needed one more win to clinch the NFC East. Now, they’re losers of two in a row, and need a win against their divisional rivals in Philly to make the playoffs. It won’t be easy. The Eagles are officially eliminated from the postseason after their 37-17 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. Their 4-10-1 record will give them an opportunity to add some key pieces in the NFL Draft. This game will be played on Sunday, January 3rd, at 8:20 P.M EST.

Philadelphia Eagles Preview

After defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 7th to give them their first loss, emotions were running high in Washington. Not only did they defeat an undefeated team, but they were alone in first place in the NFC East, and with the rest of the division struggling, they only needed one more win to clinch. Since then, they’ve gone 0-2, with starting quarterback Alex Smith missing both games. Now, the only way to make the playoffs is to beat Philadelphia on Sunday.

I won’t get into the Dwayne Haskins drama, but long story short, he wasn’t close to being a competent quarterback the last couple weeks as Alex Smith’s replacement. In his last two starts, losses against Seattle and Carolina, Haskins threw for only one touchdown while throwing four interceptions. He was eventually benched on Sunday against Carolina, and after the game he was ultimately released from Washington.

Now, Washington needs a win to make the playoffs, and they’re hoping to have Alex Smith back in the fold this week against a Philadelphia team that has always proven dangerous. Even with their loss to Dallas, the Eagles showed their potential, and they’d love nothing more than to play spoiler to their divisional rivals. If Alex Smith can’t go, Taylor Heinicke will get the start for Washington.

Washington Commanders Preview

While it’s still very early in Jalen Hurts career, he’s looked the part as an NFL quarterback these last three weeks. In his first two weeks, he compiled solid performances against the Saints and Cardinals, beating New Orleans in the process. He started this week’s game against Dallas on a roll, throwing an 81-yard touchdown to Desean Jackson in the first quarter.

However, things fell apart after that for Philadelphia. After taking a 14-3 lead, the Eagles were outscored 34-3 to finish their game against Dallas. The loss officially knocked them out of the playoffs, but they can make their impact felt on the division if they can defeat Washington this week. In the loss, Hurts was picked off twice, and lost a fumble on an admittedly questionable call from the referees.

Going into the offseason, the Eagles need to shore up their secondary and receiving corps. Their secondary, outside of Darius Slay, was consistently burned against the Cowboys talented receivers. We’ve already seen what improving weapons can do for a young quarterback (Josh Allen), and the Eagles have done nothing as of late to improve their passing attack. Look for them to restock the cupboard this offseason at receiver to help Hurts going forward.

Full Game Prediction

This game has no meaning for the Eagles, but don’t expect them to roll over. The last thing this team wants is to see another team celebrate a division title on their own home field, so expect them to give their best effort and even pull out a victory. For Washington, it’s simple. Win and they’re in. The problem for them is that they haven’t looked like a playoff team the last two weeks, and they desperately need Alex Smith under center. It remains to be seen if that’ll happen, and if it doesn’t, their road to the playoffs would be much more daunting.