In a dramatic finish to the Eagles’ Week 16 showdown, right guard Tyler Steen was ejected from the game but will not miss a matchup against the Buffalo Bills in Week 17.
The Late-Game Chaos
With just over four minutes left, the Eagles were up 29-18 after a successful two-point conversion that pushed the score to 29-10. The celebration turned into a melee when pushing and shoving erupted in the fourth quarter. Steen, who was in the thick of the scuffle, was tossed from the field along with Washington players Javon Kinlaw and Quan Martin.
No Suspensions, Just a Fine
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the NFL will not issue any suspensions for the incident. Steen will, however, receive a fine for his role. Because he is not suspended, he will stay on the roster for the Bills game and will not lose a game check.
The Players Involved
- Tyler Steen – 25-year-old right guard, started all 15 games this season.
- Javon Kinlaw – Washington defensive lineman, ejected.
- Quan Martin – Washington defensive back, ejected.
Steen was ejected before the press conference and left the locker room before reporters could question him.
Quotes from the Field
Running back Saquon Barkley, who also took part in the pushing, said:
> “It’s chippy out there. We have a lot of history with this team, especially since I’ve been here and have it in the past. This team don’t like us. That’s just the truth. We don’t like them either. But we gotta keep it football.”
Head coach Nick Sirianni reflected on the division rivalry:
> “It’s a division game. It’s always back-and-forth in a division game. That’s a team we played in the NFC Championship Game last year. I know how badly they wanted to beat us, I know how badly we wanted to beat them. We always gotta keep our cool in moments like that. But I think that’s NFC East football. It’s back-and-forth. They’ve got tough guys, we’ve got tough guys. I’ve got a lot of respect for this football team and their coaches.”
Steen’s Season and Future
Steen replaced Mekhi Becton, who left to join the Chargers in free agency. This is his third NFL season; the Eagles drafted him in the third round out of Alabama in 2023. Despite the ejection, he will be available for the Bills game and the Eagles’ final regular-season matchup against the Commanders in Week 18.
Eagles’ Division-Clinching Win
Philadelphia’s 29-18 victory over Washington clinched the NFC East title. The win was a decisive moment in the Eagles’ season, securing home-field advantage for the playoffs.
Key Takeaways
- Tyler Steen will not be suspended and will play in Week 17 against the Bills.
- Steen will be fined for his involvement in the fourth-quarter fight.
- The Eagles clinched the NFC East with a 29-18 win over the Commanders.
The Eagles remain focused on the upcoming Bills game, while the Commanders will host Philadelphia in Week 18 to finish the season.
Closing Thoughts
The NFL’s decision to fine rather than suspend the players involved keeps the Eagles’ roster intact heading into the final stretch of the regular season. As the team prepares for the Bills and the Commanders, Steen’s return to the line will be a key factor in Philadelphia’s push for a playoff spot.
