Philadelphia Eagles face Washington Commanders in Sunday NFL season opener

The Philadelphia Eagles begin their 2026 NFL season against the Washington Commanders this Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET. ESPN predicts the Eagles hold a 66.5 percent probability of securing a victory in the NFC East divisional matchup. The Philadelphia roster enters the game with significant offensive adjustments, most following the trade of wide receiver A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots. Head coach Nick Sirianni and quarterback Jalen Hurts face scrutiny entering the season, with questions surrounding the team’s offensive production and defensive performance. Meanwhile, running back Saquon Barkley aims to improve upon his 2025 output. The outcome of the game will serve as an early indicator for the team's standing in the NFC as they pursue a potential Super Bowl run.

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