Eagles defeat Commanders 24-17 in Week 1, key performances highlighted
Philadelphia opened the 2026 season with a 24-17 win over Washington, with quarterback Jalen Hurts leading the offense and several defensive players making notable contributions.
Philadelphia earned a 24-17 victory over Washington in the opening game of the 2026 NFL season, improving to 1-0. Quarterback Jalen Hurts completed 14 of 25 passes for 203 yards and three touchdowns while adding 46 rushing yards, a performance that helped the team secure the win after a sluggish offensive stretch in the fourth quarter.
Defensive end Moro Ojomo made a key tackle on a Washington two-point conversion attempt, and linebacker Zack Baun recorded a team-high 12 tackles, including a tackle for loss that forced a punt. Interior defender Jalen Carter contributed a blocked extra point and a forced fumble on the final drive. Tight end Dallas Goedert led the receiving corps with four catches for 77 yards and two touchdowns, while running back Saquon Barkley rushed 15 times for 83 yards, including a 42-yard run. Wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks added a 64-yard touchdown reception, his longest career catch.
Washington’s running back Jordan Davis accumulated 101 rushing yards on 27 carries, and the Commanders’ defensive backs limited Eagles receivers to limited catches on several targets.
The Eagles’ special teams unit was effective, with punter Braden Mann placing three punts inside Washington’s 11-yard line.
Post-game comments from defensive coordinator Vic Fangio indicated dissatisfaction with the pass rush, noting inconsistency among edge players and a need for improvement in one-on-one situations.
The win keeps Philadelphia atop the NFC East as the season begins.