Commanders Narrowly Outscored at FedExField by Eagles in Week 8 Showdown

In a closely contested match at FedExField, the Washington Commanders fell to the Philadelphia Eagles with a final score of 38-31. The Eagles improved their season record to 7-1, while the Commanders now stand at 3-5.

The home crowd of 64,653 witnessed an offensive spectacle as both teams put up significant numbers. The Washington Commanders amassed a total of 472 yards, with their passing game accounting for most of this yardage. Quarterback play was exceptional, as evidenced by a passer rating of 114 and completion percentage standing at an impressive 75 percent from an ambitious number of attempts totaling to 52. The aerial attack resulted in four touchdowns and netted the team twenty first downs.

The Commanders' receiving corps had a busy day with thirty-nine receptions for a total of 397 yards; their longest reception went for twenty-six yards which also resulted in the longest touchdown. On the ground, they were less dominant but still managed eighty-four rushing yards over sixteen attempts with an average gain per attempt rounding up to five.

Special teams contributed positively as well; notably, one field goal attempt sailed through from sixty-one yards out – marking it as both the longest made field goal and only attempt during this game. Kickoff duties were executed efficiently too; six kickoffs traveled two hundred ninety-two yards resulting in four touchbacks.

Defensively, Washington forced two fumbles recovering both and registered two sacks on opposing quarterbacks alongside three passes defended. However, they could not manage any interceptions against their opponents' passing efforts.

On penalties front, seven flags cost them seventy-nine yards but only led to one first down for Philadelphia Eagles who capitalized on these opportunities throughout the contest.

Looking ahead after this hard-fought battle at FedExField, fans can catch the next Washington Commanders game when they visit Gillette Stadium to face off against New England Patriots on November fifth at one o'clock PM Eastern Time broadcasted live on FOX network.