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Commanders defeat Eagles on TNF, keep playoff hopes alive

Philadelphia Eagles lose to Washington Commanders on Thursday Night Football

Washington Commanders win 32-21

The Washington Commanders defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 32-21 on Thursday Night Football, keeping their playoff hopes alive. The Commanders improved to 8-5-1 with the win, while the Eagles fell to 13-3. The Commanders took an early lead in the game, scoring a touchdown on their opening drive. The Eagles responded with a touchdown of their own, but the Commanders scored another touchdown before halftime to take a 14-7 lead. The Eagles tied the game in the third quarter with a touchdown, but the Commanders regained the lead with a field goal. The Eagles then took a 21-17 lead with a touchdown, but the Commanders scored two touchdowns in the fourth quarter to seal the win. The Commanders were led by quarterback Taylor Heinicke, who threw for 211 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Antonio Gibson also had a big game, rushing for 143 yards and a touchdown. The Eagles were led by quarterback Jalen Hurts, who threw for 229 yards and a touchdown. Running back Miles Sanders also had a good game, rushing for 102 yards. The Commanders' win keeps them in the race for the NFC East title. The Eagles still lead the division, but the Commanders are now just one game behind. The Commanders will host the Cleveland Browns next week, while the Eagles will travel to the New Orleans Saints. Here are some additional highlights from the game: * The Commanders scored a touchdown on their opening drive for the fourth time this season. * The Eagles tied the game in the third quarter with a touchdown, but the Commanders regained the lead with a field goal. * The Eagles took a 21-17 lead with a touchdown, but the Commanders scored two touchdowns in the fourth quarter to seal the win. * The Commanders' defense forced the Eagles to punt four times and intercepted Hurts once. * The Eagles' offense was held to just 229 yards of total offense. The Commanders' win is a major upset. The Eagles were favored by 9.5 points, but the Commanders were able to pull off the victory. The Commanders' win keeps them in the race for the NFC East title, while the Eagles' loss hurts their chances of winning the division.