The NFC East rivals close out the 2025 NFL regular season in a Week 18 matchup with contrasting stakes: the Eagles, having clinched the division, aim to solidify their No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs and build momentum, while the Commanders, mired in a rebuilding year, look to play spoiler and end on a positive note. Philadelphia’s potent offense and stout defense have propelled them to success, but rest decisions for starters could open doors for Washington’s young core, led by rookie QB Jayden Daniels, in a rivalry known for upsets despite the Eagles’ recent dominance.
Venue Location
Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This outdoor stadium, opened in 2003, seats approximately 69,796 fans and features a natural grass surface, renowned for its electric atmosphere during divisional games.
Kickoff is scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET (3:25 p.m. CT / 1:25 p.m. PT).
Broadcast: The game will air on CBS: Kevin Harlan, Trent Green, Melanie Collins (field reporter)
L broadcasts and streaming via the FOX Sports app or NFL+ for subscribers.
Weather Updates
Outdoor conditions could favor defenses, with forecasts showing highs around 36-37°F, lows near 28°F, and a chance of flurries or light precipitation. Winds at 5-7 mph and humidity around 51% may impact passing and kicking, potentially leading to a ground-focused game in typical early January chill.
Injury Report
The Eagles plan to rest several starters due to their secured playoff position, while the Commanders deal with key absences that could hinder their upset bid.
Washington Commanders Injuries:
QB Jayden Daniels: Limited (left elbow).
RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt: DNP (illness).
QB Marcus Mariota: DNP (right hand/quad).
OLB Von Miller: DNP (rest).
T Laremy Tunsil: Questionable (oblique).
C Tyler Biadasz: IR (ankle/knee).
Others: LB Nick Bellore full (concussion), T George Fant questionable (knee); around 10 players total on the report.
Philadelphia Eagles Injuries:
LB Nakobe Dean: DNP (hamstring).
TE Dallas Goedert: DNP (knee).
RT Lane Johnson: DNP (foot/Lisfranc).
EDGE Jaelan Phillips: DNP (rest/planned rest).
DT Christian Barmore: DNP (illness).
TE Hunter Henry: DNP (knee).
OT Will Campbell: Full (knee).
CB Alex Austin: Full (wrist).
Others: Rest plans for several starters; 7 DNPs total.
Player Matchups
Rest decisions for Eagles starters add uncertainty, but key battles could decide if Washington keeps it close.
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts (if playing) vs. Commanders Secondary: Hurts tests a Washington pass D allowing 218 YPG, potentially exploiting with mobility against Bellore (concussion recovery).
Commanders QB Jayden Daniels vs. Eagles Pass Rush: Daniels (limited elbow) faces Phillips (rest) and a Philly front with 52 sacks, but rest could soften the edge.
Eagles RB Saquon Barkley vs. Commanders Run Defense: Barkley exploits Washington’s 26th-ranked run D if active, amid Croskey-Merritt’s illness.
Commanders WR Terry McLaurin vs. Eagles CBs: McLaurin targets Austin (wrist) in coverage, but Daniels’ elbow limits deep threats.
Recent Team Forms
The Commanders have gone 1-4 in their last 5 games, with their lone win a narrow victory, averaging 18.6 PPG while allowing 28.4 PPG, highlighted by losses to DAL (23-30) and PHI.
The Eagles are 4-1 in their last 5, including a 13-12 win over BUF, averaging 24.8 PPG with strong defensive play, going 3-2 ATS lately.
Series History
The Commanders lead the all-time series 90-88-6, including 2 playoff meetings (Washington 1-1). Over the last 10 years, Philadelphia holds a 13-6 edge, but Miami’s query mix-up—wait, for Commanders-Eagles, Eagles 87 wins per one source, but consensus Commanders lead. Recent: Eagles 4-1 SU in last 5.
Betting Trends
Eagles: 10-6 ATS overall; 6-2 ATS at home; 11-5 as favorites.
Commanders: 6-10 ATS; 1-6 ATS in last 7; 1-4 ATS on road.
Head-to-Head: Eagles 4-1 ATS last 5; overs in 6 of last 10. Public lean: 65%+ on Eagles spread/ML.
COMMANDERS NOTES:
• QB MARCUS MARIOTA has TD pass in 3 of his past 4 games on road. • QB JOSH JOHNSON passed for 198 yards in Week 17. Has completed 228 passes for 2,538 yards & 13 TD passes in his career. • RB JACORY CROSKEY-MERRITT (rookie) led team with 105 rush yards & had 2 rush TDs in Week 17. Ranks 2nd among rookies with 8 rush TDs this season & 4th with 776 rush yards. Had rush TD in Week 16 meeting. • RB CHRIS RODRIQUEZ has rush TD in 2 of his past 3. Aims for 3rd in row on road with 50+ rush yards. Had rush TD in Week 16 meeting. • WR TERRY MCLAURIN had 63 rec. yards in Week 17. Has TD catch in 2 of his past 3 on road. • WR DEEBO SAMUEL had team-high 68 rec. yards in Week 17. Has 90+ rec. yards in 2 of his past 3 vs. Phi. • LB BOBBY WAGNER co-led team with 10 tackles & had half sack & PD in Week 17. Aims for 3rd in row with 10+ tackles. Has 7+ tackles in 16 straight games this season, longest active streak. Ranks 3rd with 157 tackles this season. Ranks 1st with 1,989 tackles since 2012. Aims for 2,000 career tackles. Had 10 tackles, 2 TFL & sack in Week 16 meeting. • DT JER’ZHAN NEWTON had 9 tackles & career-high 3 sacks in Week 17. • LB VON MILLER had sack in Week 17 & has sack in 3 of his past 4 games. • LB FRANKIE LUVU had 7 tackles & PD in Week 17. Aims for 3rd in row with 7+ tackles. Had 8 tackles in Week 16 meeting. • CB MIKE SAINRISTIL had five tackles & PD in Week 17. Aims for 5th in row with PD. Had PD in Week 16 meeting. • CB JONATHAN JONES had 2 PD in Week 17 & has 2 PD in 2 of his past 3 games. • S WILL HARRIS co-led team with season-high 10 tackles in Week 17. Had PD in Week 16 meeting. • S JEREMY REAVES had 6 tackles & PD in Week 17.
EAGLES NOTES:
• QB JALEN HURTS passed for 110 yards & TD in Week 17. Has TD pass in 5 of his past 6 games. Aims for 3rd in row at home with TD pass. Passed for 185 yards & 2 TDs in Week 16 meeting. • RB SAQUON BARKLEY had team-high 68 rush yards in Week 17. Has 90+ scrimmage yards in 3 of his past 4 games. Aims for 4th in row vs. Was. with 130+ scrimmage yards & 8th in row vs. Was. with TD. Had 132 rush yards & rush TD in Week 16 meeting. Ranks 2nd with 8,356 rush yards & 3rd with 11,007 scrimmage yards since 2018. • WR A.J. BROWN had 68 rec. yards in Week 17. Aims for 3rd in row with TD catch at home. Aims for 3rd in row vs. Was. with 95+ rec. yards. Had 95 rec. yards in Week 16 meeting. • WR DEVONTA SMITH had TD catch in Week 16 meeting. • TE DALLAS GOEDERT had TD reception in Week 17 & aims for 4th in row with TD catch. Had TD reception in Week 16 meeting. Ranks tied-1st among TEs with 11 TD receptions this season. • LB ZACK BAUN had 6 tackles & TFL in Week 17 & has 6+ tackles in 15 of his past 16 games. Had 9 tackles in Week 16 meeting. Aims for 4th in row vs. Was. with 9+ tackles. Has TFL in 2 of his past 3 games vs. Was. • LB JAELAN PHILLIPS had 6 tackles, sack & 1st FF this season in Week 17. • LB JALYX HUNT had 7 tackles & 2 sacks in Week 17. • DE BRANDON GRAHAM had sack in Week 16 meeting. Aims for 3rd in row vs. Was. with sack. • DB COOPER DEJEAN co-led team with 9 tackles in Week 17. Had career-high 4 PD & had INT in Week 16 meeting. • CB ADOREE’ JACKSON had 5 tackles & 2 PD in Week 17. Has PD in 3 of his past 4. Has PD in 5 of his past 6 vs. Was. • S MARCUS EPPS co-led team with season-high 9 tackles & had TFL in Week 17.
Game Odds
Washington Commanders 38.5
Philadelphia Eagles – 4.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Saturday, January 3, 2026
