The Philadelphia Eagles' offense had a chance to seal the game late in the fourth quarter, but missed opportunities allowed Washington to mount a comeback. With Jalen Hurts sidelined due to a concussion, backup quarterback Kenny Pickett stepped in. Although he connected with DeVonta Smith on a crucial third-down play, Smith failed to secure the catch, forcing the Eagles to settle for a field goal. This left the door open for Washington, who capitalized with a game-winning drive. "We wouldn't be in the position in that game without (Smith), to begin with," Pickett stated, showing confidence in his teammate despite the missed opportunity[1].

The Eagles' defense, which had been a strong point throughout their winning streak, faced significant challenges against Washington. The loss of safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, who was ejected after two unsportsmanlike conduct penalties, weakened the secondary at a crucial time. Additionally, the absence of cornerback Darius Slay and edge rusher Josh Sweat during parts of the game further hampered the defense. Washington took advantage, scoring touchdowns on three of their four second-half possessions. "This is one game. Everything's still in front of us," Slay remarked, emphasizing the team's focus on future opportunities[1].

The Washington Commanders showcased resilience and determination in their victory over the Eagles. Quarterback Jayden Daniels played a pivotal role, completing all four of his passes on the final drive, including the game-winning touchdown to wide receiver Jamison Crowder. Washington's strategic adjustments and ability to exploit Philadelphia's defensive lapses were key to their success. The win not only ended the Eagles' streak but also improved Washington's record to 10-5, marking their best performance since 1991 through 15 games[2].