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Commanders Week 1: Good, Bad and Ugly from Eagles Loss

Commanders Week 1: Good, Bad and Ugly from Eagles Loss

On paper, the Washington Commanders Week 1 loss to the division rival Philadelphia Eagles came down to their final play of the game (more on this later), but those last few seconds were a culmination of a bunch of issues Washington battled all game.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / September 14
The Highest and Lowest Graded Commanders Players in Week 1 Loss.

The Highest and Lowest Graded Commanders Players in Week 1 Loss.

Despite the 0-1 start to the season, the Commanders had a lot of stellar individual performances but also a handful of performances that cost the team a great deal.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Commanders HC Dan Quinn has no regrets about controversial decision

Commanders HC Dan Quinn has no regrets about controversial decision vs. Eagles

The Washington Commanders had a chance to force overtime against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. One failed two-point conversion ended it.

David Blough picked worst time to get cute with Commanders offense
Everyone waited for Jayden Daniels, but Commanders defense stole the show against Eagles
Jayden Daniels had surprising comment about Stefon Diggs’ penalty
Eagles beat writer sounds alarms about offense after ugly win over Commanders
The 'Rookie passing-TD records' quiz
Bo Nix News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz
The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz
The 'NFL yards-from-scrimmage leaders' quiz
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14
JJ Watt shouts out one of the ‘greatest football plays’ ever from Week 1

JJ Watt shouts out one of the ‘greatest football plays’ ever from Week 1

JJ Watt was among those who drew attention to what he called “one of the greatest football plays I’ve ever seen” from Week 1. Watt reposted video of Washington Commanders special teams player Tyler Owens putting in a remarkable effort during Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / Yardbarker
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Jayden Daniels News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14
Commanders Week 1 Overreactions: It’s only fair to worry about new Jayden Daniels-led offense

Commanders Week 1 Overreactions: It’s only fair to worry about new Jayden Daniels-led offense

While Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels made excuses for his play, head coach Dan Quinn tried to explain the nutty 2-point conversion play call. But is it a Week 1 overreaction to be worried about the new Jayden Daniels-led offense?

Kurt Warner News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14
Kurt Warner calls out ESPN for narrative on Commanders’ botched 2-point conversion that lost Eagles game

Kurt Warner calls out ESPN for narrative on Commanders’ botched 2-point conversion that lost Eagles game

Hall of Fame quarterback Kurt Warner pushed back Monday on criticism surrounding the Washington Commanders’ failed two-point conversion in their 24-22 Week 1 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Tyler Owens News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14
J.J. Watt shouts out Commanders’ ‘1 of greatest football plays ever,’ featuring 3 Eagles getting trucked

J.J. Watt shouts out Commanders’ ‘1 of greatest football plays ever,’ featuring 3 Eagles getting trucked

Washington Commanders safety Tyler Owens left former Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt in awe after delivering one of the most physically dominant special teams sequences of Week 1 against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Washington Commanders News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14
Jayden Daniels had surprising comment about Stefon Diggs’ penalty

Jayden Daniels had surprising comment about Stefon Diggs’ penalty

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels had a surprising reaction to Stefon Diggs’ costly celebration penalty in Week 1. Daniels did firmly point out that Diggs had to be smarter to avoid the unsportsmanlike conduct penalty he received after his fourth quarter touchdown, which deprived the Commanders of a chance to go for two and the tie.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Top rookie performances from NFL Week 1

Top rookie performances from NFL Week 1

We didn't see a single rookie quarterback take the field in NFL Week 1, but a few first-year players stood out as future stars in their debuts. Let's check out four rookies who made instant impressions with their respective teams in Week 1.

Five NFL rookies being thrown directly into the fire in Week 1
NFL Week 1 lowlights: Worst loss, quarterback performance and more
Could Seahawks could join race for Maxx Crosby amid new trade speculation?
Patriots' Mike Vrabel expands on Drake Maye's mental mistakes after loss to Seahawks
The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Eagles beat writer sounds alarms about offense after ugly win

Eagles beat writer sounds alarms about offense after ugly win over Commanders

While the Philadelphia Eagles opened their season with a 24-22 home win over the rival Washington Commanders on Sunday, the Eagles were outscored 13-10 in the second half of that contest.

Everyone waited for Jayden Daniels, but Commanders defense stole the show against Eagles
Eagles stave off Commanders' late push, extend win streak in openers
The 'Super Bowl MVPs' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 14
Stock Up and Stock Down Following Commanders Week 1 Loss to the Eagles

Stock Up and Stock Down Following Commanders Week 1 Loss to the Eagles

Now in the third year of the Adam Peters and Dan Quinn experiment, the Commanders opened the season on the road in a 24-22 loss against the Philadelphia Eagles.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
 The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 14
5 Winners and 6 Losers From Commanders' Narrow Week 1 Loss to Eagles

5 Winners and 6 Losers From Commanders' Narrow Week 1 Loss to Eagles

The Washington Commanders were just a few short feet away from tying their Week 1 kickoff against the Philadelphia Eagles entering the game's final 60 seconds.

Sonny Styles News / Washington Commanders on SI / September 14
Sonny Styles Didn’t Need Long to Show Why Washington Was Ready to ‘Unleash’ Him — Commanders Daily

Sonny Styles Didn’t Need Long to Show Why Washington Was Ready to ‘Unleash’ Him — Commanders Daily

The Washington Commanders knew the athlete they were getting when they drafted linebacker Sonny Styles with the 7th pick this year. They weren't sure how long it would take for him to make a difference; after one game, they now know.

Washington Commanders News / Athlon Sports / September 14
Jayden Daniels Sends Blunt Message On Costly Stefon Diggs' Decision

Jayden Daniels Sends Blunt Message On Costly Stefon Diggs' Decision

The Washington Commanders came within a two-point conversion of forcing overtime against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 1, but a series of costly mistakes helped turn their season opener into a 24-22 road loss.

NFL News / EssentiallySports / September 14
'Horrific': Robert Griffin III Bashes Jayden Daniels’ Botched Final Play Against Eagles

'Horrific': Robert Griffin III Bashes Jayden Daniels’ Botched Final Play Against Eagles

Former Washington quarterback Robert Griffin III didn’t hold back after watching how the Washington Commanders’ season opener ended Sunday, posting his reaction directly on X following Washington’s 24-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / DC Sports King / September 14
Why the Commanders’ Two-Point Conversion Failed Against the Eagles

Why the Commanders’ Two-Point Conversion Failed Against the Eagles

The Washington Commanders opened the 2026 season with a hard-fought battle against the Philadelphia Eagles, but the contest ultimately came down to a single, polarizing play.

Tyler Owens News / DC Sports King / September 14
Watch Tyler Owens Proves His Value to Commanders With Special Teams Play of the Year

Watch Tyler Owens Proves His Value to Commanders With Special Teams Play of the Year

A special teams snap rarely becomes the defining highlight of an NFC East divisional clash. Still, Washington Commanders safety Tyler Owens achieved exactly that during Sunday’s season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Dan Quinn News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14
What Commanders’ Dan Quinn said about botched 2-point play in Eagles loss

What Commanders’ Dan Quinn said about botched 2-point play in Eagles loss

The Washington Commanders went toe-to-toe with the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 1. It was a close game between two NFC East rivals. Washington had a chance to win the game.

Stefon Diggs News / Larry Brown Sports / September 13
Stefon Diggs offers a lame excuse for his TD celebration penalty

Stefon Diggs offers a lame excuse for his TD celebration penalty

Washington Commanders fans are already getting the full Stefon Diggs experience. The former All-Pro receiver Diggs made his debut for the Commanders in Sunday’s season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13
Commanders defense steals the show against Eagles

Everyone waited for Jayden Daniels, but Commanders defense stole the show against Eagles

Turns out everyone might have been watching the wrong side of the ball.

Eagles stave off Commanders' late push, extend win streak in openers
David Blough picked worst time to get cute with Commanders offense
The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 13
Commanders vs. Eagles Week 1 final prediction: Optimal, suboptimal, and realistic outcomes for Washington

Commanders vs. Eagles Week 1 final prediction: Optimal, suboptimal, and realistic outcomes for Washington

Looking at all possible outcomes for Washington’s critical NFC East matchup against Philadelphia in Week 1. The Washington Commanders open the 2026 NFL season against the Philadelphia Eagles in a Week 1 NFC East showdown.

Washington Commanders News / Lindy's Sports / September 12
Commanders Coach Says His Team Has This One Edge Over Eagles

Commanders Coach Says His Team Has This One Edge Over Eagles

The Washington Commanders have not one, but three giant tests ahead of them to start the 2026 season. The team starts the season on the road against the Eagles then on the road against the Cowboys before returning home to face the defending champion Seattle Seahawks.

Tress Way News / Pro Football Rumors / September 11
Commanders P Tress Way Likely To Retire After 2026 Season

Commanders P Tress Way Likely To Retire After 2026 Season

2026 will represent the 13th season of Tress Way’s NFL career. It will also likely be the last in the case of the Commanders punter. “I thought about it a long time,” Way said (via The Athletic’s Nicki Jhabvala) when stating he is “pretty sure” about retiring after the year.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 11
Jon Gruden absolutely unloads on NFL’s international game obsession

Jon Gruden absolutely unloads on NFL’s international game obsession

The NFL has never been more committed to international games. Jon Gruden has apparently never been more convinced that the league is making a mistake.

Sean McVay addresses travel narrative about Rams' blowout loss to 49ers
Roger Goodell dons kangaroo jacket ahead of Rams-49ers clash in Australia
49ers injury issues keep mounting with De'Zhaun Stribling injury
49ers-Rams 'TNF' takeaways: San Francisco's defense stifles Los Angeles offense in blowout
The '400-touch NFL seasons' quiz
Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / September 10
Commanders fan favorite Tress Way discusses potential retirement

Commanders fan favorite Tress Way discusses potential retirement

Way is a fan-favorite among Commanders fans, and his announcement on Thursday was sad for not only fans, but also for some of his teammates.

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels views 2026 as fresh start 
Jayden Daniels' blunt Stefon Diggs assessment should excite Commanders
Three NFL Week 1 games that could change the way we see these teams
One key question for the four biggest underdogs of NFL Week 1
The '2024 NFL rushing TD leaders' quiz

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