At a Glance
- Eagles lose 24-17 to Commanders in Week 18
- Eagles will host 49ers at 4:30 p.m. Sunday on FOX
- Eagles finish 11-6, 49ers 12-5
- Why it matters: The outcome sets up a wild-card game that could crown the No. 1 NFC seed.
The Eagles entered Week 18 hoping to climb to the No. 2 seed, bolstered by the Lions’ win over the Bears in Chicago. However, head coach Nick Sirianni chose to rest starters, and Washington capitalized, taking the game 24-17.
The loss leaves Philadelphia at 11-6 and forces them to rely on the outcome of the 49ers’ Saturday game.
Wild-Card Weekend Matchup
The Eagles will take on the 49ers, who finished 12-5 after Saturday’s loss, in a 4:30 p.m. Sunday clash on FOX. The game carries high stakes, as the winner could claim the No. 1 NFC seed.
| Team | Record | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Eagles | 11-6 | 4:30 p.m. |
| 49ers | 12-5 | 4:30 p.m. |
Both teams are well-rested, with the Eagles having rested starters in Week 18 and the 49ers having lost Saturday.
Key Takeaways
- Eagles drop 24-17 to Commanders, ending No. 2 seed hopes.
- Eagles host 49ers at 4:30 p.m. Sunday on FOX.
- Winner could secure the No. 1 NFC seed.
With the stakes higher than ever, the Eagles are poised to turn the tables on the 49ers in a game that could define the NFC’s top spot.
