Eagles-Commanders preview: 5 things to watch

Eagles vs Commanders predictions, picks, odds for NFL Week 1 game

The Philadelphia Eagles host the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field on Sept. 13 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.

How to get the cheapest tickets for Eagles vs. Commanders Week 1 game Sunday at The Linc

The Philadelphia Eagles kick off the 2026 NFL season on their home field on Sunday with an afternoon start against their NFC East Division rival Washington Commanders.

Eagles-Commanders preview: 5 things to watch

The Philadelphia Eagles are 5-0 in Week 1 games under Nick Sirianni, and will try to stay perfect against their division rival, the Washington Commanders. Here are our five things to watch.

McMullen Maps the Eagles' CLEAR Path Past Washington

Philadelphia’s defensive front owns the clearest Week 1 mismatch, while the offense must lean on its power run game against Washington. The hosts break down Washington’s roster and offensive-line problems, then explain why Philadelphia must lean on its power run game instead of copying the Rams without matching personnel. This discussion gives Eagles and NFL fans direct context on Eagles Commanders key matchup and Eagles defensive line Washingto…