Experts Release New Eagles vs. Commanders Prediction After Mid-Week Jalen Hurts Knee Update

The Philadelphia Eagles are set to host the Washington Commanders on Sunday, January 26th, in the NFC Championship Game, with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line. While the Eagles secured a hard-fought 28-22 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in the Divisional Round, the health of quarterback Jalen Hurts remains a critical storyline heading into the championship clash.

Jalen Hurts Participates in Walk-Through After Knee Injury

Jalen Hurts, who suffered a knee injury during the Eagles’ win over the Rams, was seen limping after being rolled on during a third-quarter play. Although Hurts briefly exited the game to be evaluated, he ultimately returned to lead Philadelphia to victory. However, concerns about his readiness for Sunday’s game have persisted.

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni provided an update on Monday, sharing that Hurts would be involved in the team’s walk-through practices this week. Sirianni stated, as reported by Ian Rapoport, “Both Hurts and [Quinyon] Mitchell would be part of the team's walk-through.” While this is not a definitive confirmation that Hurts will play, his participation is an encouraging sign for the Eagles.

Hurts’ Impact on the Eagles’ Offense

Hurts has been the centerpiece of Philadelphia’s high-powered offense throughout the 2024 season, showcasing his dual-threat capabilities. His leadership and ability to extend plays are critical to the Eagles’ success, especially in the playoffs. 

If Hurts is unable to play, the Eagles would turn to backup Kenny Pickett, who has seen limited action this season. Pickett’s experience provides some stability, but the Eagles’ chances against a surging Commanders team would hinge heavily on Hurts’ availability.

Commanders vs. Eagles betting preview

Explore the interactive widget below to see the latest spread, over/under, and moneyline odds and probabilities for the Commanders-Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field.

This prediction and best bet for Sunday's NFL matchup between the Commanders and Eagles is from Dimers.com, a trusted source for sports betting predictions.

Check out all the important details on today’s game, as well as the best odds sourced from the top sportsbooks in the country.

Game details

The key information you need before the Commanders vs. Eagles NFL game.

• Teams: Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles
• Date: Sunday, January 26, 2025
• Kickoff: 3 p.m. EST
• Location: Lincoln Financial Field
• NFL standings: Current NFL division standings
• NFL injuries: Check the latest updates to the official NFL injury report

Odds

Odds for the key markets in the Commanders-Eagles NFL battle.

• Spread: Commanders +6.5 (-120), Eagles -6.5 (-102)
• Moneyline: Commanders +240, Eagles -280
• Total: Over/Under 47.5 (-110/-110)

The odds and lines presented in this article are the best available from selected sports betting sites at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Expert prediction: Commanders vs. Eagles

Leveraging cutting-edge data analysis and advanced algorithms, the experts at Dimers have performed 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Commanders vs. Eagles matchup.

According to Dimers' famous predictive analytics model, the Eagles are more likely to defeat the Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field. This prediction is based on the model giving the Eagles a 70% chance of winning the game.

Furthermore, Dimers predicts that the Commanders (+6.5) have a 57% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 47.5 points is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

As always, these predictions and probabilities are accurate at the time of publication but are subject to potential changes.

Commanders vs. Eagles best bet

Our top pick for the Commanders vs. Eagles game on Sunday is to bet on the Commanders +6.5 (-120).

This expert betting advice is formulated through comprehensive simulations and valuable wagering intelligence, designed to deliver you the best possible plays.

Score prediction for Commanders vs. Eagles

Dimers' projected final score for the Washington vs. Philadelphia game on Sunday has the Eagles winning 26-20.

This expert prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations, offering a glimpse into the potential outcome.

NFL player props: Sunday

NFL prop bets are a popular way to wager on Sunday's game without necessarily betting on its outcome.

This article features the most likely first and anytime touchdown scorers for the Commanders and Eagles, as well as projected player stats.

Washington Commanders

First touchdown scorer predictions

• Terry McLaurin: 8.2% probability
• Brian Robinson: 7.8% probability
• Jayden Daniels: 7.4% probability

Anytime touchdown predictions

• Terry McLaurin: 37.6% probability
• Brian Robinson: 35.9% probability
• Jayden Daniels: 33.1% probability

Projected box score leaders

• QB passing yards: Jayden Daniels, 217 yards
• Receiving yards: Terry McLaurin, 71 yards
• Rushing yards: Brian Robinson, 51 yards

Philadelphia Eagles

First touchdown scorer predictions

• Jalen Hurts: 17.5% probability
• Saquon Barkley: 15.7% probability
• A.J. Brown: 5.7% probability

Anytime touchdown predictions

• Jalen Hurts: 65.0% probability
• Saquon Barkley: 60.4% probability
• A.J. Brown: 28.1% probability

Projected box score leaders

• QB passing yards: Jalen Hurts, 191 yards
• Receiving yards: A.J. Brown, 57 yards
• Rushing yards: Saquon Barkley, 141 yards

NFL Week 21: Commanders vs. Eagles

Get ready for Sunday's action between the Commanders and Eagles in the NFC Championship Game of the National Football League season at Lincoln Financial Field, which is scheduled to start at 3 p.m. EST. We emphasize that all of the NFL predictions and NFL best bets on this page are derived from 10,000 data-driven simulations of the Commanders vs. Eagles game, and they are correct at the time of publication to help you make better decisions when placing bets at online sportsbooks.

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