Commanders look for victory against Eagles in Week 8 showdown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 10:07 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
The Washington Commanders face the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 8 of the NFL season. The game presents an opportunity for the Commanders to secure their first conference win after a bye week. Key challenges include containing the Eagles' run game, establishing their own ground attack, protecting quarterback Jayden Daniels, and winning the turnover battle. Both teams are adjusting with significant injuries, including Eagles' quarterback Jalen Hurts being out for the season.
- •Commanders coming off a bye week, aiming for their first conference win.
- •Eagles' Jalen Hurts is out for the season due to injury.
- •Both teams dealing with multiple notable injuries.
- •Turnover differential favors the Commanders going into the game.
- •Eagles rank poorly in rushing and passing offense this season.
- 10:07 AMYahoo Sports — 4 keys to a Commanders' Week 8 victory over Eagles
"The Washington Commanders have a perfect opportunity to finally win a conference game, so here's what needs to happen.
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