Nick Sirianni understood the risks associated with his decision to rest Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley and most of the Eagles’ key starters with the No. 2 seed in the NFC at stake.

The Birds have already locked up the third playoff seed in the NFC, but a narrow path to the No. 2 seed remains. If the Eagles beat Washington and the Chicago Bears lose to the Detroit Lions — a game kicking off at the same time — Philadelphia would climb to second, securing a pair of potential home games in the postseason instead of one.

Philadelphia Eagles outside linebacker Jalyx Hunt undercuts a pass from Washington Commanders quarterback Josh Johnson for his third interception of the 2025 NFL season.

The Eagles have scored a touchdown or converted a first down on 65.4 percent of quarterback runs with 1 yard to go, which comprises the large majority of their tush push attempts.

The Washington Commanders are ending the season on a high note after a 24-17 victory against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Commanders are getting revenge after l

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Eagles lost to the Washington Commanders and blew their chance at the NFC’s No. 2 seed. But the Eagles, who rested most of their starters, still had a few standouts against Washington.

The NFL season continues in Week 18 when the Philadelphia Eagles host the Washington Commanders on Sunday. Start time, how to watch, stream and NFL TV schedule.