Eagles Aim to Clinch NFC East Against Commanders in Key Week 16 Matchup
Philadelphia seeks its 11th straight win and top NFC playoff seed, while Washington fights to secure a wild-card berth.
- The Eagles (12-2) can clinch the NFC East title and strengthen their bid for the NFC's No. 1 playoff seed with a victory on Sunday in Washington.
- The Commanders (9-5) need a win and favorable results from other games to secure a wild-card playoff spot, making this matchup critical for their postseason hopes.
- Philadelphia is riding a franchise-best 10-game winning streak, bolstered by league-leading performances from Saquon Barkley, who has set the team’s single-season rushing record.
- Washington’s rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels has improved his accuracy in recent games but faces the NFL’s top-ranked Eagles defense, which has allowed no more than 20 points in 10 consecutive games.
- The Commanders’ defense will rely on newly acquired cornerback Marshon Lattimore to limit the impact of Eagles receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, who shone in their last meeting.