Two NFC East teams searching for answers meet under the lights when the Philadelphia Eagles visit the Washington Commanders on Sunday Night Football. Philadelphia is 2-5 and playing without Jalen Hurts, while Washington is 1-4-1 and coming off its bye. The market has moved firmly toward the home side, with the Commanders now 6-point favorites and the total sitting at 40. Below we break down the injuries, the line movement and the angles behind our spread and total picks for this NFC East rematch.
Last Updated: Sunday, November 1, 2026
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders — Time & How to Watch
| Where | Northwest Stadium, Landover, MD |
| When | Sunday, November 1 – 8:20 PM ET |
| TV | NBC |
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders Betting Preview
The Eagles arrive in Landover on a five-game losing streak. Their most recent setback was a 38-21 loss to Dallas on Monday night, a game we previewed in our Monday night Cowboys-Eagles prediction. The bigger story is under center. Philadelphia placed Hurts on injured reserve in mid-October after doctors found a blood clot in his calf, and he could miss the rest of the season. Tanner McKee has taken over as the starter.
The supporting cast is thin, too. DeVonta Smith (hamstring) and Dontayvion Wicks (ankle) are both ruled out, and linebacker Jihaad Campbell is also out. Saquon Barkley has been cleared to play, but he is managing hamstring and back issues after missing practice early in the week. That leaves McKee with limited proven targets against a defense that badly needs a get-right game.
Washington has struggled in its own way. The Commanders have one win through six games, and their last outing was a 23-17 loss to San Francisco on Monday Night Football. Still, Jayden Daniels looked sharp in that defeat. He completed 29 of 40 passes for 300 yards and two touchdowns. Daniels practiced in full all week with a left elbow listing and carries no game designation. However, he has not won a start in more than a year, and Washington has lost Terry McLaurin to a season-ending injury.
These teams met in Week 1, when Philadelphia escaped with a 24-22 win. That Eagles team had Hurts. This one does not.
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagles | +6.0 (-110) | +210 | O 40.0 (-110) |
| Commanders | -6.0 (-110) | -250 | U 40.0 (-110) |
Odds accurate as of November 1, 2026 via TheSpread.com. Odds change, get the latest NFL Odds – Futures – Props
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders — Who Is the Public Betting?
| Eagles | 48% | 52% | Commanders |
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Eagles vs. Commanders Prediction — Is a Bigger Number Built on Real Information?
Washington opened as a 4.5-point favorite, and the number has climbed through 5 and settled at 6. The moneyline moved the same way, from -225 to -250. Notably, that move happened without a lopsided public split. Spread tickets are close to even at 52 percent on Washington, which suggests the adjustment reflects injury news rather than casual money. The Eagles’ wide receiver room is depleted, Barkley is less than full strength, and McKee is still settling in as the starter.
The Commanders also hold the rest edge. They had last weekend off, while Philadelphia played on Monday night and has one fewer day of preparation than usual. Daniels’ 300-yard outing against the 49ers showed the offense can move the ball, and the Eagles’ secondary is missing cornerback Jonathan Jones.
The case against laying points is straightforward. Washington has one win all season. Six points is a lot to ask of a club that lost to San Francisco by six. Division games also tend to tighten up, and the Week 1 meeting was decided by two points. Still, the gap between these rosters has widened since September, and the line movement points the same direction.
The Pick: Commanders -6.0 (-110)
Eagles vs. Commanders Prediction — Can a Short-Handed Eagles Offense Hold Up Its End?
The total opened at 40.5 and has slipped to 40. That small move matters at a key range. The Eagles’ scoring outlook is the main concern. Philadelphia has lost every game since Hurts went down, and it now plays without receivers DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks. Barkley’s health caps the ground game as well. If Washington controls the clock with a lead, the game script leans toward fewer possessions.
The over has a real argument, however. Washington’s defense ranks near the bottom of the league in points allowed, and Dallas just put 38 on the Eagles. Daniels can produce chunk plays, and a couple of short fields from Eagles turnovers could push this past 40 quickly. We still trust the Philadelphia side of the scoreboard to stay limited.
The Pick: Under 40.0 (-110)
Final Thoughts and Bonus Angle
We passed on a bonus play here. The Commanders’ moneyline at -250 implies roughly a 71 percent win probability. That price leaves little margin for a team that has won once all season. The Eagles at +210 are tempting on name value, but the injury list makes an outright upset hard to back. Meanwhile, the spread and total capture the two clearest angles: a rested Washington team facing a short-handed opponent, and an Eagles offense still searching for production without Hurts.
Our picks for Eagles vs. Commanders:
- Commanders -6.0 (-110)
- Under 40.0 (-110)
NFL Eagles vs. Commanders FAQ: Sunday November 1, 2026
What time does the Eagles vs. Commanders game start?
The Eagles vs. Commanders game kicks off at 8:20 PM ET on Sunday, November 1, 2026. It is the Week 8 Sunday Night Football matchup and the final game on the Sunday slate. Washington hosts the game, with both teams coming in below .500 in the NFC East.
What channel is the Eagles vs. Commanders game on?
The Eagles vs. Commanders game airs nationally on NBC. It is the Week 8 Sunday Night Football window. Fans without cable can stream the NBC broadcast through a Peacock subscription or through live TV streaming services that carry their local NBC station.
Where are the Eagles and Commanders playing?
The Eagles and Commanders are playing at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. Washington is the home team for this NFC East matchup, which is the second meeting between the two clubs this season. The first game between the division rivals took place in Week 1.
Who won the last meeting between the Eagles and Commanders?
The Eagles won the last meeting between these teams, beating the Commanders 24-22 in Week 1 of the 2026 season. That game was the season opener for both clubs. Philadelphia had Jalen Hurts at quarterback in that matchup, while he is now on injured reserve.
Who is starting at quarterback for the Eagles and Commanders?
Tanner McKee is the Eagles’ starting quarterback, filling in while Jalen Hurts is on injured reserve with a blood clot issue. Jayden Daniels starts for the Commanders. Daniels practiced in full all week with a left elbow listing and carries no injury designation for Sunday night.