Commanders vs Eagles: Upset Potential | NFL News

0:00It's September 12th. This is NFL News today, powered by AI, your gridiron update. I'm Cory with the story. Alright, let's talk about this upcoming matchup between the commanders and the Eagles. Most folks aren't giving Washington much of a shot in this week-one opener, and honestly, the team hasn't exactly inspired a ton of confidence lately. They've made some moves, like bringing in new weapons for their quarterback, but there are still some clear holes, especially in the secondary and on. The offensive line. The Eagles, on the other hand, are always a contender, but they've had their own shakeups. AJ. Brown is gone. Traded to New England, which means the Vanta Smith is stepping into a bigger role as Jalen Hertz's primary target. It's a chance for him to shine like he did his rookie year, but beyond him, the receiving core looks a bit thin, with rookies and journeymen rounding. Out the group. This could mean a heavier workload for Seekwan Barkley out of the backfield. A strategy that's worked for Philly before, even against the commanders in, the playoffs.

1:01However, Washington's defense has been working on their pass rush with new additions, like Odafé Oé and Kélevane Shason, aiming to disrupt plays. Before they get going. Their defensive backs, though, are a question mark. Guys like Mike Sainz-Restille and Rasoul Douglas aren't exactly shutting down opposing receivers. If the commanders can find a way to contain Barkley and focus on Smith, the Eagles might struggle to find consistent scoring options, especially if. Their coaching staff isn't dialed in. It's a situation where Washington could potentially pull off an upset if they execute and the Eagles falter. The commanders' defensive line improvements could be key in disrupting Philadelphia's offense and giving their own offense a chance to put points on. The board.