Eagles defeat Commanders 24-22 on late defensive stop

The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Washington Commanders 24-22 in their 2026 season opener on Sunday, September 13, securing the win with a defensive stop on a late two-point conversion attempt. Quarterback Jalen Hurts led the Eagles with three touchdown passes and a crucial scramble, while the defense held firm in the final minute to preserve the victory. Hurts threw for 203 yards and connected on scoring passes to tight end Dallas Goedert and wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks. Goedert finished with four catches for 77 yards and two touchdowns, while Wicks, acquired in an April trade, made a 64-yard reception, the longest of his career, to set up the game's first score. Hurts also contributed 46 rushing yards, including a key 22-yard scramble on third-and-18 that extended a fourth-quarter drive. The Eagles' defense made the decisive play with 1:01 remaining. After Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels connected with Antonio Williams for a touchdown to cut the deficit to 24-22, Washington opted for a two-point conversion attempt. Defensive lineman Moro Ojomo stopped tight end John Bates on a shovel pass, securing the win for Philadelphia.