The last time Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels faced the Eagles, it was in the NFC Championship Game last January in Philadelphia — and Washington walked away with a 55-23 loss.
Daniels, now two seasons into his NFL career, has lost both of his starts against the Eagles in Philadelphia. He also missed both matchups against them this past season due to injury.
With the 2025 season over, Daniels is eager to get back on the field, especially for his next game against the Eagles.
“I love Eagles fans,” Daniels told Sports Illustrated. “They just embody what Philly brings. To be able to go out there and play against them, it’s kind of just that thing. Their environment is kind of like the closest thing you can get to a college environment.”
Daniels played at LSU, which has one of the best fanbases in college football. Washington, meanwhile, has one of the league’s worst home environments and stadiums.
The Commanders will look to rebound from a 5-12 record next season and could get back into playoff contention if their star quarterback stays healthy. Daniels could also beat the Eagles in Philadelphia for the first time.