Experts update latest Commanders-Eagles prediction after positive Bobby Wagner injury development

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Commanders veteran LB Bobby Wagner gets encouraging update ahead of NFC Championship game.

As the Washington Commanders deal with several injuries ahead of the NFC Championship game vs. the Philadelphia Eagles, they've received some positive updates, prompting new projections from the Dimers NFL mode since our previous injury report.

Though the loss of offensive tackle Sam Cosmi is a blow to their blocking ability against a formidable Eagles defensive front, the health of a key defensive player will be a boon as they look to stifle Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley.

Veteran linebacker Bobby Wagner, dealing with a high-ankle sprain he sustained in the Wild Card round vs. the Buccaneers, has been limited in practice but is expected to play his usual full workload on Sunday after managing similar issues last week. He played 100% of defensive snaps vs. the Lions and practiced on a similar schedule to last week, putting him in position to play on Sunday.

Meanwhile in other defensive news, lineman Daron Payne is battling a thumb dislocation and a newly reported knee injury, which has kept him sidelined during practice this week. His status remains questionable, and if he is unable to play, Carl Davis Jr. from the practice squad could be elevated to fill the void as he's done three times this season.

Rookie defensive end Javontae Jean-Baptiste, limited in practice due to a shoulder injury, could also miss the game, potentially paving the way for more snaps for Jalyn Holmes and another call-up for Andre Jones Jr.

Other notable injuries include Marshon Lattimore, who has been managing a lingering hamstring issue since before he was acquired by the Commanders in November, but remains on track to play with his only designation this week a veteran rest day.

Full Injury Report for Washington

OUT

  • G Sam Cosmi - Torn ACL

Questionable

  • QB Jeff Driskel - Illness, DNP
  • DE Javontae Jean-Baptiste - Shoulder Injury, limited practice
  • DT Daron Payne - Thumb, shoulder injuries, DNP

Commanders vs. Eagles betting preview

Utilize the interactive widget below to discover the latest spread, total, and moneyline odds and probabilities for the Commanders-Eagles game at Lincoln Financial Field:

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Game details

Key information on the Commanders vs. Eagles matchup, including where the game is and what time it kicks off.

Odds

The latest and best odds for the NFL clash between the Commanders and Eagles.

  • Spread: Commanders +6.5 (-120), Eagles -6.5 (-102)
  • Moneyline: Commanders +240, Eagles -285
  • Total: Over/Under 47.5 (-105/-110)

The odds and lines presented here 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

Utilizing state-of-the-art data analysis and computer power, the experts at Dimers have performed 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Commanders vs. Eagles game.

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, with a 52% probability to go over, up 2% from our previous prediction of a 50-50 chance.

These predictions and probabilities are correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.

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 bet comes with a 57% probability against odds of -120, implying a probability of 54.5% for a 3.5% edge

This expert betting advice is based on detailed modeling and valuable betting intelligence, designed to assist you in making smarter investments.

Score prediction for Commanders vs. Eagles

Dimers' projected final score for the Washington vs. Philadelphia game on Sunday has the Eagles winning 26-21, giving the Commanders an additional point from our original projections.

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 player 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: 7.7% probability
  • Jayden Daniels: 6.5% probability

Anytime touchdown predictions

  • Terry McLaurin: 38.1% probability
  • Brian Robinson: 35.3% probability
  • Jayden Daniels: 32.0% probability

Projected box score leaders

  • QB passing yards: Jayden Daniels, 217 yards
  • Receiving yards: Terry McLaurin, 71 yards
  • Rushing yards: Brian Robinson, 50 yards

Philadelphia Eagles

First touchdown scorer predictions

  • Jalen Hurts: 17.1% probability
  • Saquon Barkley: 15.1% probability
  • A.J. Brown: 6.9% probability

Anytime touchdown predictions

  • Jalen Hurts: 63.9% probability
  • Saquon Barkley: 59.6% probability
  • A.J. Brown: 32.1% probability

Projected box score leaders

  • QB passing yards: Jalen Hurts, 190 yards
  • Receiving yards: A.J. Brown, 67 yards
  • Rushing yards: Saquon Barkley, 140 yards

NFL Week 21: Commanders vs. Eagles

Get ready for Sunday's matchup 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 based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the Commanders vs. Eagles matchup, and they are accurate at the time of publishing. They aim to help you make better decisions when placing bets at online sportsbooks.

Please note that when engaging in online betting, it is important to exercise responsible gambling practices and seek trustworthy sources for the latest and most accurate information.

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