At a Glance
- Eagles rest starters in Week 18 vs Commanders.
- Elevated long snapper Charley Hughlett and DB Brandon Johnson.
- Tanner McKee will start at quarterback.
- Why it matters: A win could lift the Eagles to the No.2 seed in the NFC.
The Eagles announced that they will rest many starters for their Week 18 matchup against the Washington Commanders, opting to elevate long snapper Charley Hughlett and defensive back Brandon Johnson. Quarterback Tanner McKee will take the helm, and a victory could secure the team’s No.2 seed in the NFC.
Roster Moves and Elevations
The team made a roster gymnastics move earlier in the week by waiving Charley Hughlett and re-signing him to the practice squad, freeing a spot to activate rookie OT Cameron Williams from injured reserve after his three-week practice window. This is Charley Hughlett‘s first elevation this season and Brandon Johnson‘s third.
- First elevation: Charley Hughlett
- Third elevation: Brandon Johnson
- Activation: Cameron Williams
Rest Strategy and Playoff Implications
The Eagles are resting a number of starters to preserve them for the playoffs, with Tanner McKee starting at quarterback. Despite the rest, the game remains important: a win over the Commanders, combined with a Bears loss to the Lions, would move the Eagles into the No.2 seed.
Key Takeaways
- Resting starters in Week 18 against the Commanders
- Elevations of Charley Hughlett and Brandon Johnson
- Win could secure the No.2 seed in the NFC
With the Commanders on the line, the Eagles‘ Week 18 strategy could set the stage for their postseason run.
