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Jayden Daniels didn't want to be shut down for rest of Commanders' 2025 season

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels did not want his 2025 season to end early. Daniels has made it clear that, as a competitor, his goal was to stay on the field and help his team however he could.

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Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders Preview, Prediction & Odds | Week 16, 2025

The NFC East is heating up with the Philadelphia Eagles taking on rivals, the Washington Commanders, with three weeks left of the NFL season. After coming off strong wins, bettors could see an intense divisional game, even with the Commanders having a poor season overall.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / December 19

One veteran Commanders player could be playing his last games in Washington – and the odds are against him this offseason

The Washington Commanders' season is coming to an end, and the clock is ticking for the start of the most important offseason for general manager Adam Peters.

Sam Cosmi News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 19

Commanders lineman details sleepless nights after traumatic knee injury

ASHBURN, Va. – Washington Commanders offensive lineman Sam Cosmi couldn’t sleep for the first month following the injury he suffered to his knee in the 2024 NFC Divisional Round Playoffs game against the Detroit Lions. “I was in the basement.

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Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 18

Commanders rival shrugs off controversial Dan Quinn comments

New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart isn’t bothered by the comments Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn made about him on a recent episode of Hard Knocks.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / December 18

Commanders' Thursday Injury Report: Washington loses best player after change of events, while the Eagles also receive bad news

The Washington Commanders are looking to play spoiler with a shocking win against the NFC East leaders, the Philadelphia Eagles. The Commanders are looking to carry over momentum from a win against the New York Giants, while the Eagles are still trying to figure out their recent struggles.

NFL News / Bleacher Report / December 18

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Drake Jackson News / Pro Football Rumors / December 18

Commanders DE Drake Jackson Will Make 2025 Debut In Week 16

Commanders defensive end Drake Jackson will make his 2025 debut on Saturday against the Eagles, per The Athletic’s Tashan Reed. Jackson, 24, has not played since 2023 due to a torn patellar tendon that sidelined him for 2024, as well.

Washington Commanders News / A to Z Sports / December 18

The Commanders will finally get one major roster question answered with much anticipated debut of intriguing young free agent

The Washington Commanders still have three games left, and there are plenty of things they need to see, despite their 4-10 record on the season. The first test is against the Philadelphia Eagles at home, and they need to see the team show up after an ugly win last week against the New York Giants.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 18

Commanders’ defender who hasn’t played since 2023 to make season debut vs. Eagles

The Washington Commanders are set to take on the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 16. With the club owning a 4-10 record, the team is likely searching for players on the roster to step up and flash some long-term potential for the front office to build around.

Laremy Tunsil News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 18

Commanders’ Laremy Tunsil won’t play in upcoming clash vs. Eagles

The Washington Commanders have been decimated by injuries throughout the 2025 season, most notably to quarterback Jayden Daniels. But as they prepare for their Week 16 clash against the Philadelphia Eagles, the injury bug has bitten the Commanders once more.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Jayden Daniels News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 18

Commanders prioritize altering Jayden Daniels' playing style for longevity

As Jayden Daniels heads to the sidelines for the remainder of the 2025 season, the biggest question facing the Washington Commanders is no longer about his talent, but his longevity.

NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 18

How Eagles defense makes Commanders upset hopes slim

The Washington Commanders are getting ready to face off against the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles in their Week 16 matchup. While the Commanders may be eliminated from the playoffs, they have a chance to play spoiler against the Eagles, who can clinch the NFC East title with a win.

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Marcus Mariota News / Washington Commanders on SI / December 18

Commanders' Marcus Mariota looking forward to Eagles game

The Washington Commanders may be out of the playoffs, but they still have a divisional game against the Philadelphia Eagles to play in Week 16. The Eagles can win the NFC East title with a win in the nation's capital, but the Commanders will be looking to play spoiler.

Washington Commanders News / Gridiron Heroics / December 18

'That’s Where We’re At': Dan Quinn Reveals How Jayden Daniels Feels About Commanders’ Decision

Jayden Daniels will not take another snap this season, and Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn made clear the decision has left the young quarterback frustrated.

NFL News / Field Level Media / December 17

Commanders set on spoiling Philly's playoff party

Philadelphia is on the brink of becoming the NFC East's first repeat champion since the Eagles won the division four straight years from 2001-04. More than two decades later, the Eagles (9-5) only need to win one of the three regular-season games left on their schedule or have the Dallas Cowboys (6-7-1) lose one of their three remaining contests.