In a thrilling season opener, the Philadelphia Eagles narrowly defeated the Washington Commanders 35-28, kicking off the 2026 campaign with a hard-fought victory. The stakes were high as both teams sought to establish momentum early in the season, but it was the Eagles who ultimately outlasted their rivals in a game marked by explosive plays. Aaron Rodgers showcased his arm talent for the Commanders, racking up an impressive 526 passing yards and throwing six touchdown passes, connecting frequently with standout receiver Terry McLaurin, who posted 188 receiving yards. While Malik Willis led the ground game for the Eagles with 64 rushing yards, it was the aerial assault from Rodgers that kept the game competitive until the final whistle. Defensively, the game turned when Andrew Mukuba of the Eagles snagged a crucial interception, halting a promising drive from Washington and shifting momentum back to Philadelphia. Despite the strong efforts from Alex Highsmith with two sacks and Jacob Rodriguez leading in tackles for the Commanders, the Eagles' defense bent but did not break, ultimately sealing the victory in a matchup filled with offensive fireworks.