Commanders at Eagles
Philadelphia Eagles 42, Washington Commanders 7 · Turf Warriors United
Final Score
Commanders 7 1 TD · 0 FG · 1 XP
Eagles 42 6 TD · 0 FG · 6 XPJoe Milton 142 yds passingSaquon Barkley 167 yds rushingSaquon Barkley 53 yds receivingAndrew Mukuba 6 tkl defenseTotal yards 189 · 316Passing yards 39 · 129Rushing yards 150 · 187Completions 8/16 · 15/17Yards per carry 10.7 · 18.7Recap
Franchise Hub Beat · 7h ago
In a commanding season opener, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Washington Commanders 42-7, showcasing their dominance on both sides of the ball. With high stakes set for the 2026 season, the Eagles made a statement that they are ready to contend for the top spot in the league.
Philadelphia's offense was led by quarterback Joe Milton, who threw for 142 yards and three touchdowns, establishing himself as a pivotal player early in the season. Saquon Barkley was a force to be reckoned with, racking up 167 rushing yards and adding another 53 through the air, proving his versatility and playmaking ability. The Eagles' offensive prowess was evident as they consistently found ways to exploit the Commanders' defense.
Defensively, Andrew Mukuba was the standout performer for Philadelphia, recording six total tackles, one sack, and an interception. His ability to disrupt the Commanders' offensive rhythm was crucial, especially during a key moment in the second quarter when his interception halted a potential scoring drive. The Eagles' defense, combined with their explosive offense, ensured a lopsided victory that sets a tone for the rest of the season.
Scoring
| Team | TD | FG | XP | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commanders | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
| Eagles | 6 | 0 | 6 | 42 |
Team Stats
Box Score
| Player | C/A | PCT | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commanders | ||||||
| Jayden DanielsQB | 7/16 | 44% | 56 | 0 | 3 | 13.5 |
| Antonio WilliamsWR | 1/0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Eagles | ||||||
| Joe MiltonQB | 14/17 | 82% | 142 | 3 | 1 | 116.5 |
| DeVonta SmithWR | 1/0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Player | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commanders | |||||||
| Jayden DanielsQB | 8 | 137 | 17.1 | 21 | 1 | 42 | 0 |
| Rachaad WhiteHB | 3 | 8 | 2.7 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Jacory Croskey-MerrittHB | 3 | 5 | 1.7 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Antonio WilliamsWR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Eagles | |||||||
| Saquon BarkleyHB | 9 | 167 | 18.6 | 6 | 3 | 72 | 0 |
| Joe MiltonQB | 1 | 20 | 20.0 | 16 | 0 | 20 | 0 |
| Makai LemonWR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commanders | |||||||
| Ben SinnottTE | 4 | 48 | 12.0 | 24 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| Rachaad WhiteHB | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | — | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Antonio WilliamsWR | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Jacory Croskey-MerrittHB | 1 | 2 | 2.0 | — | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Eagles | |||||||
| Saquon BarkleyHB | 4 | 53 | 13.3 | 49 | 0 | 25 | 0 |
| Eli StowersTE | 5 | 40 | 8.0 | 10 | 1 | 22 | 0 |
| Makai LemonWR | 2 | 34 | 17.0 | 14 | 0 | 22 | 0 |
| DeVonta SmithWR | 2 | 11 | 5.5 | — | 1 | 15 | 0 |
| Dallas GoedertTE | 1 | 4 | 4.0 | — | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| Player | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commanders | |||||
| Quan MartinFS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Sonny StylesMIKE | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Odafe OwehLEDG | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nick CrossSS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Leo ChenalMIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tyler OwensSS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Daron PayneDT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dorance ArmstrongLEDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Eagles | |||||
| Andrew MukubaSS | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Michael Carter IIFS | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Jalen CarterDT | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quinyon MitchellCB | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Kenny Moore IIFS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Riq WoolenCB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cooper DeJeanCB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jihaad CampbellMIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | FG | XP | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commanders | |||
| Drew StevensK | 0/0 | 1 | 0 |
| Eagles | |||
| Jake ElliottK | 0/0 | 6 | 0 |