The Washington Commanders’ strong start to their game against the Philadelphia Eagles ultimately unraveled in the fourth quarter, resulting in a 26-18 loss. Despite leading 10-6 at the end of the third quarter, the Commanders couldn’t hold off the Eagles’ late-game surge.
RB Saquon Barkley’s stop at the 1-yard line prevented the team from reaching the end zone until the last quarter when Jalen Hurts pushed in for a score. Elliott missed another extra point, leaving the score at 12-10.
Barkley made a significant impact by running for 146 yards and scoring two crucial touchdowns late in the game. His 23-yard and 39-yard touchdown runs in the fourth quarter secured the win for Philadelphia.
COMMANDERS Lose against the Eagles 26-18! Leads to 7-4 record!
— Ballin In Burgundy Podcast (@BIBPodcast22) November 15, 2024
Might’ve been our truly worst game since Week 2…#BallinInBurgundy #Commanders #Eagles #JalenHurts #SaquonBarkley #FlyEaglesFly #JaydenDaniels #RaiseHail #WASvsPHI #TNF #ThursdayNightFootball #B4TheBellPodcast pic.twitter.com/kc8JrN8rKH
The loss drops the Commanders to 7-4 on the season, putting them 1.5 games behind the Eagles in the NFC East standings. Despite the tough loss, the Commanders showed fight and determination but couldn’t hold on in the final moments.
Barkley proves his worth for Eagles in Commanders match
Saquon Barkley, the free-agent addition, has been a game-changer for their offense. Barkley’s performance was spectacular in the Thursday night game against the Washington Commanders.
Barkley crossed 1,000 rushing yards for the season, proving to be the only offensive playmaker the team needed. Eagle’s QB Jalen Hurts also had a solid game, but Barley was unmatched.
.@saquon made his presence felt tonight:
— NFL (@NFL) November 15, 2024
🦅 28 touches
🦅 198 yards
🦅 2 TDs pic.twitter.com/avI2CnxXWs
He rushed for 146 yards and two touchdowns on 26 carries and also added 52 yards on two receptions. His explosive 43-yard catch and run in the second half was a highlight of the game.
