"The Eagles had lost three games in a row before shutting out the dismal Las Vegas Raiders last week. Their offense has been underwhelming all year, with running back Saquon Barkley crashing to Earth and quarterback Jalen Hurts routinely exposed when he's forced to make plays through the air. The Commanders have momentum after their Week 15 win over the New York Giants, and the home crowd should be on their side."
"If the Commanders can pull off the victory, and the Cowboys take care of business against the Los Angeles Chargers, then Washington could hold the fate of the NFC East in its hands. Dan Quinn's unit then has the opportunity to play spoiler in each of its final two games. Week 17 would be an opportunity to end the Cowboys' playoff hopes, on Christmas Day at that."
Washington closes the season with games against the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, and the Eagles again. A win by the Eagles over Washington would clinch the NFC East, but an Eagles loss would open playoff permutations. Philadelphia's offense has struggled, with Saquon Barkley underperforming and Jalen Hurts exposed in the passing game. Washington carries momentum after a Week 15 win and has not lost in regulation in the three starts by Marcus Mariota. A Commanders upset coupled with a Cowboys victory could put Washington in position to determine the division, with Week 17 and Week 18 offering spoiler opportunities. The team plays for pride and a positive finish.
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