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The Philadelphia Eagles got back on track in a big way on Sunday afternoon with a 31-0 win over the Raiders. That ended a three-game losing streak for the Birds
The Washington Commanders saw a key starter go down with injury in the first quarter, but it seems like a major injury was avoided.
The Washington Commanders tight end suffered a knee injury against the Minnesota Vikings Dec. 7 and did not return. Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota – in for the injured starter Jayden Daniels – threw high to Ertz in the third quarter. Vikings safety Jay Ward came in low and plowed into Ertz’s vulnerable right leg.
The 35-year-old, who’s in his 13th NFL season, was visibly emotional while being carted off with his leg in a brace.
The Washington Commanders and New York Giants have come a long way since their Week 1 meeting. And that is not a good thing for either team.
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Each of these teams has been dreadful against the run. The Giants have given up the second most yards to opposing running backs (2005 yards) and the Commanders have yielded the fourth most (1762 yards). A heavy dose of each team’s running game keeps the clock moving and may limit possessions.