Eagles beat Commanders 26-18: Saquon Barkley’s two touchdowns secure sixth straight win | NFL news

The Philadelphia Eagles strengthened their lead in the NFC East and overcame a resilient Washington Commanders team in a thrilling 26-18 victory. Featuring standout plays from Saquon Barkley and Jalen Hurts Eagles improved their record to 8-2 and captured their sixth straight win since their bye week. While the win boosted their season, it was marred by a scare when Hurts, the team’s star quarterback, took a hard hit that left fans holding their breath.

The Eagles secure the NFC East lead with a thrilling win over the Commanders

During the second quarter, Hurts’ head collided with the turf after a hard tackle from Washington linebacker Frankie Luvu. His head bounced off the ground, causing immediate concern as Hurts lay face down clutching his helmet. Although he was examined in the medical tent, Hurts returned to the game, eventually completing 221 yards in the air, demonstrating resilience and determination. The intensity of the game increased in the final quarter, with the Eagles holding a narrow 12-10 lead. The Commanders, on the verge of taking the lead with a field goal, elected to attempt a fourth down conversion. Jayden Daniels, the Commanders’ quarterback, was stopped short, giving the Eagles a chance to extend their lead.

Barkley seized the opportunity and rolled forward with a 23-yard touchdown, delivering a decisive blow to Washington’s defense. Jake Elliott’s successful extra point, after missing earlier kicks, extended the Eagles’ lead. The Eagles’ defense responded forcefully, with safety Reed Blankenship intercepting Daniels’ pass on Washington’s next drive. Just moments later, Barkley capped the game with another impressive touchdown, sprinting 39 yards into the end zone.
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The Commanders, who had been hoping to secure the top spot in the NFC East, left with their second straight loss, bringing their record to 7-4. Despite Hurts’ scare and early struggles, Philadelphia won and set an undeniable pace in the NFC East with their eyes firmly set on postseason success. This thrilling game underscored the Eagles’ determination and showcased Barkley and Hurts as key playmakers in their quest to secure division dominance.