{"id":592176,"date":"2026-01-04T18:32:05","date_gmt":"2026-01-04T22:32:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/the-hogs.net\/blogs\/?p=592176"},"modified":"2026-05-01T18:45:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T22:45:24","slug":"commanders-beat-the-eagles-week-18","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/the-hogs.net\/blogs\/2026\/01\/04\/commanders-beat-the-eagles-week-18\/","title":{"rendered":"Commanders Beat Eagles 24-17 in Season Finale"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Commanders beat the Eagles 24-17 on the road in Week 18. The victory gave them a final 2025 record of 5-12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the season finale on January 4, 2026, Washington overcame a seven-point deficit in the fourth quarter. They also overcame two turnovers to secure the win. Although Washington had a slow start, they utilized a 17-play drive and a dominant time-of-possession advantage (34:09 to 25:51) to control the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facing an Eagles team resting key starters, Washington relied on a strong run game, 143 total rushing yards, and a key performance by quarterback Josh Johnson<\/a> to edge out Philadelphia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Philly rested key players like Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\"Commanders\n\n\n\n

Key Performances in the Win<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Washington mounted a late comeback<\/a>. They outscored the Eagles in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. The win improved their record to 5-12 and gave them a 3-3 mark in NFC East play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Season Wrap-Up<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Commanders struggled for much of 2025 after a promising 2024. They finished third in the NFC East. This road win against the Eagles provided a bright spot to close the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team now turns its attention to the offseason. They will focus on adding young talent and building for a stronger 2026 season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expect a lot of changes. Especially in the coaching ranks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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