The conference championship game could have an NFC East feel after the No. 6 seed Washington Commanders (12-5) defeated the No. 1 seed Detroit Lions (15-2) 45-31 at Ford Field on Saturday night. This puts Philadelphia in a position to host their division rivals.
Washington’s 45 points were the most in a playoff game in franchise history.
The Eagles have to handle their business, but a win over the Rams (10-7) would see the Commanders travel to Philadelphia next Sunday afternoon for a shot to battle the AFC winner in the Super Bowl in New Orleans.
Detroit quarterback Jared Goff threw three interceptions and was uneven all night. He went 23-40 passing for 313 yards (7.8 avg), one touchdown, and a 59.7 quarterback rating. The Lions’ running game was dynamic but underused, as Jahmyr Gibbs had 14 carries for 105 yards (7.5 avg) and two rushing touchdowns.
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For Washington, Offensive Rookie of the Year favorite and Pro Bowler, Jayden Daniels was 22-31 passing for 299 yards (9.6 avg), two touchdowns, no interceptions, and a 122.9 quarterback rating.
In an offensive shootout, the two teams combined for over 1,000 yards of offense and 57 first downs.
