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Eagles focus on defense to face Commanders and Jayden Daniels in Week 8

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 5:01 PM

Last updated Oct 30, 2026

Eagles focus on defense to face Commanders and Jayden Daniels in Week 8

Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles prepare to face the Washington Commanders on Sunday Night Football. Following a 17-point loss to the Dallas Cowboys, the Eagles aim to strengthen their defense to contain Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and improve their performance against the run. Key strategies include improving pass rush discipline, targeting left tackle Brandon Coleman, restoring run defense integrity, and maximizing the impact of Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis on the defensive line. The Eagles will also seek to create turnovers, which could change the game's momentum.

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Status Watch

•Eagles lost to Cowboys 17-0 in their previous game.
•Key focus on containing Jayden Daniels and improving run defense.
•Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis need to make significant impacts.
•Plan includes targeting Washington left tackle Brandon Coleman.
•Eagles aim for game-changing turnovers against Commanders.

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5:01 PMYahoo Sports — 5 ways Eagles defense can contain Jayden Daniels, Commanders in Week 8

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Here are five defensive priorities that could help the Eagles pressure Washington, contain its run game, and force game-changing turnovers
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