The Philadelphia Eagles are once again in the NFL's spotlight, entering Sunday’s game with a 10-game winning streak and aspirations of claiming the NFC’s top seed. Their opponent, the Washington Commanders, has surged recently, making this one of the most anticipated matchups of the weekend.
Predictions vary widely. Some national analysts see a potential upset brewing. Let’s break down what the so-called 'experts' are saying about the Eagles’ quest for an 11th straight victory and what it means for their postseason ambitions.
CBS Sports predicts a close game with the Commanders edging the Eagles.
CBS Sports predicts a tight contest, with Washington pulling off a 21-20 win. The reasoning? They believe fatigue will catch up with Philly following a tough game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. They also expect the Commanders to show greater urgency as they are fighting for their playoff lives.
If CBS is right, this could be a classic NFC East battle. Grit often wins out over talent.
Sports Illustrated likes Philadelphia to cover the -3.5 spread.
Sports Illustrated leans heavily toward the Eagles, citing their complete roster and ability to handle tough competition all season. They highlight the Commanders’ offensive struggles, especially in recent weeks, and predict a lopsided result.
Philadelphia’s secondary, which played a key role in their earlier win over Washington, could be the difference again. Quinyon Mitchell and Co. will be squaring off against Terry McLaurin and beloved ex-Eagle, Zach Ertz.
Pro Football Network expects the Eagles to shine on the road.
Pro Football Network (PFN) sees a 27-20 Eagles victory. They point to Washington’s lack of wins against teams with winning records and Philadelphia’s consistent dominance on both sides of the ball.
According to PFN, the Eagles' offensive rhythm is finding its stride. Its defense has risen to among the NFL's elite. They also are backing Vegas, which has Philadelphia's moneyline (-180) currently listed at DraftKings (gan
Sporting News believes that Philly's defense will take control.
Sporting News predicts a somewhat safe 28-20 Eagles win. They credit Philadelphia’s defense, which has allowed fewer than 20 points in five of its last six games.
However, in the eyes of Sporting News: "Saquon Barkley had 146 yards and two TDs in the last meeting with the Commanders. . . Will Nick Sirianni lighten that workload ahead of the postseason?"
Can the Eagles keep the momentum going?
The predictions for Sunday’s Eagles vs. Commanders game offer a mix of optimism and caution for Philadelphia fans. While some analysts foresee a potential upset, most agree that the Eagles’ talent and consistency give them the edge.
Whether it’s the defense’s ability to stifle opponents or the offense’s balanced attack, the Birds appear poised to take one step closer to locking up the NFC’s top seed. Will the Eagles continue their march to the postseason, or can Washington derail their streak?
We won't have to wait much longer to find our answer.