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Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders: Preview, Predictions and Picks for December 22, 2024

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Dec 22, 2024 2:50 PM
The Philadelphia Eagles, fueled by their impressive 12-2 record, are on the cusp of clinching the NFC East title as they face off against the 9-5 Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at 1:00 PM. A win would secure the division crown, but the Eagles are prioritizing home-field advantage in the playoffs. Saquon Barkley and the Eagles are hungry for a division title, something he's yet to achieve in his NFL career.
Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders

Current Odds

PHI
WSH
Over
55.5
+116
Under
57.5
+105
PHI
-3.5
+105
WSH
+5.5
-105
PHI
ML
-180
WSH
ML
+215

Eagles vs Commanders statistics

Stat Eagles Commanders
Points Per Game 26.4 28.3
Total Yards 393.1 387.5
Yards Passing 206.9 232.0
Yards Rushing 186.2 155.5
Points Allowed Per Game 17.6 22.5
Yards Allowed 296.6 337.2
Pass Yards Allowed 194.4 205.1
Rush Yards Allowed 102.2 132.1

Washington Commanders recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/15/24 @ New Orleans Saints W 20-19
12/1/24 vs Tennessee Titans W 42-19
11/24/24 vs Dallas Cowboys L 34-26
11/14/24 @ Philadelphia Eagles L 26-18
11/10/24 vs Pittsburgh Steelers L 28-27

Philadelphia Eagles recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/15/24 vs Pittsburgh Steelers W 27-13
12/8/24 vs Carolina Panthers W 22-16
12/1/24 @ Baltimore Ravens W 24-19
11/24/24 @ Los Angeles Rams W 37-20
11/14/24 vs Washington Commanders W 26-18

Washington Commanders injuries

  • Zach Ertz (TE): Questionable
  • Jeremy Chinn (S): Questionable
  • Jonathan Allen (DT): Injured Reserve
  • Kazmeir Allen (RB): Out
  • Noah Brown (WR): Injured Reserve

Philadelphia Eagles injuries

  • Britain Covey (WR): Out
  • Bryce Huff (DE): Injured Reserve
  • Sydney Brown (S): Questionable
  • Dallas Goedert (TE): Injured Reserve
  • Ben VanSumeren (LB): Injured Reserve

Eagles vs Commanders game info

Type Info
Venue Northwest Stadium
Location Landover, MD
Kickoff Sun 1:00 PM
TV FOX
Temperature 31°
Chance of Rain 0%

Eagles vs Commanders predictions

Looking ahead to the clash between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Washington Commanders, key players from the Eagles are gearing up to make significant impacts. Jalen Hurts is expected to have a strong game, potentially throwing for over 200 yards and rushing for nearly 40 yards as well. With his dual-threat capabilities, Hurts can turn the game on its head at any moment. Accompanying him in the backfield, Saquon Barkley looks primed to continue his impressive form, likely rushing for close to 100 yards. Receiving-wise, keep your eyes on A.J. Brown; he's been a reliable target all season and could rack up around 75 receiving yards. These key performances could heavily influence the game's dynamics.

Flipping the field to the Washington Commanders, their success might hinge on how well Jayden Daniels manages the offense under center. Anticipations are that Daniels will put up nearly 200 passing yards and add more on the ground, pushing past 50 rushing yards. Brian Robinson should also carry a decent chunk of the load on the ground, potentially rushing for over 60 yards. Terry McLaurin, as always, is a big-play threat and likely to be a crucial part of the Commanders’ strategy, possibly earning around 65 receiving yards if things go according to plan. The Commanders will need these performances to be competitive in this tough matchup.

When all is said and done, it's shaping up to be an intense battle, but the Philadelphia Eagles seem to have the edge. With their robust offensive lineup and strategic plays, they're likely to exploit any gaps in the Commanders' defense. The game could be close, riding on the backs of star performances, but the Eagles might just have the upper hand, especially playing on the road where they've been tough to beat. So, while the Commanders will put up a good fight, I’m leaning towards a Philadelphia victory in this must-watch showdown. What do you think? Will the Commanders be able to hold their fort, or will the Eagles soar to another victory?

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