“When they last met” is an ongoing series during the NFL season, recalling the preceding game between Washington and the next opponent on the Commanders’ schedule.
Philadelphia 26, Washington 18 – Week 11, November 14, 2024
The Commanders surrendered scores on the Eagles’ last five offensive possessions as the Eagles defeated the Commanders 26-18 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
Washington entered the final quarter up 10-6 but was thoroughly outplayed in the final 15 minutes. The Eagles scored 20 consecutive points to take a 26-10 lead, which they held until Washington scored on their last possession, making the final margin 26-18.
Beginning with the Eagles’ final possession of the first half, the Eagles drove 87, 74, 76, 74, and 46 yards in five consecutive possessions, controlling both the ball and the clock and keeping the Washington defense on the field.
Saquon Barkley had fourth-quarter touchdown runs of 23 and 39 yards on his way to 146 rushing yards in 26 carries. A.J. Brown and Dallas Goedert led the Eagles with five receptions for 65 and 61 yards, respectively.
Washington’s Jayden Daniels struggled, being sacked three times and intercepted once. He completed 22 of 32 passes for 191 yards, compiling a passing rating of only 81.6. Brian Robinson led the rushing attack with 63 yards on 16 carries, while Austin Ekeler collected eight receptions for 89 yards. But Ekeler will not be available for this return game in Washington on Sunday.
Third down was a huge factor in this game. The Eagles converted 9 of 16 third downs, while the Commanders converted only 3 of 12.
One other factor of note: Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin only connected once all game, and that was for only 10 yards.
