Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders Predictions November 1, 2026
The Washington Commanders will beat the Philadelphia Eagles, 20-17, in our November 1 forecast. Philadelphia’s reported season-ending loss of Jalen Hurts is the strongest matchup factor, with Washington also hosting after its bye. Confidence is low: the Commanders’ own struggles temper that advantage, and neither Washington -3.5 (-115) nor the 40.5 total offers a strong enough betting case. The official wager is Pass.
Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Commanders prediction and best bet
Washington gets the win forecast because Philadelphia faces a substantial quarterback disruption while the Commanders return from their Week 7 bye at home. Hogs Haven’s October 26 report says Jalen Hurts will miss the remainder of the 2026 season because of blood clots in his lungs. That absence weighs heavily in a narrow Washington pick.
The best betting decision is Pass. Washington entered its bye at 1-4-1, hardly a compelling foundation for laying more than a field goal. Our Commanders 20, Eagles 17 projection favors Philadelphia against the number and falls below the total, but those differences are too fragile to turn into wagers without stronger performance evidence.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Philadelphia at Washington, 2026 NFL Week 8, Sunday, November 1, at 8:20 p.m. ET.
Venue: Northwest Stadium. The matchup is scheduled for Sunday Night Football.
Records: Philadelphia Eagles 2-5; Washington Commanders 1-4-1.
SportsJaw odds: Philadelphia Eagles +3.5 (-104); Washington Commanders -3.5 (-118). Moneyline: Philadelphia Eagles +170; Washington Commanders -205. Total: Over 40.5 (-110); Under 40.5 (-110).