Commanders vs Eagles Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 1

General view of Lincoln Financial Field during an NFL football game between the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Philadelphia.
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Betting Promos This Weekend
  • The Eagles are -4 point favorites vs the Commanders
  • Total (Over/Under): 47.5 points
  • Watch this game on FOX

The Washington Commanders (0-0-0) visit Lincoln Financial Field to take on the Philadelphia Eagles (0-0-0) on Sep. 13. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:25 pm in Philadelphia, PA.

The Eagles are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -4 (-130).

The Commanders vs. Eagles Over/Under is 47.5 total points for the game.

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Commanders vs. Eagles Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Commanders+4 -10247.5 -175+188
Eagles -4 -13047.5 +130-225

Commanders vs. Eagles Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Eagles will win this game with 60.9% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Commanders vs Eagles Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Eagles will cover the spread with 58.9% confidence.

This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performances for both teams, opening and current betting lines plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.


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We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Commanders players this game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Commanders Player Prop Bets Today

  • Jaylin Lane has hit the Receptions Under in 11 of his last 12 games (+10.50 Units / 56% ROI)
  • Jacory Croskey-Merritt has hit the Receptions Under in 8 of his last 9 games (+7.60 Units / 58% ROI)
  • Dyami Brown has hit the Receptions Under in his last 7 games (+7.25 Units / 80% ROI)
  • Stefon Diggs has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 10 of his last 13 games (+6.55 Units / 44% ROI)
  • Jacory Croskey-Merritt has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 8 of his last 9 games (+6.40 Units / 57% ROI)

And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Eagles players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Eagles Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Jalen Hurts has hit the Carries Under in 15 of his last 16 games (+13.85 Units / 68% ROI)
  • Saquon Barkley has hit the Longest Rush Under in 12 of his last 16 games (+7.50 Units / 41% ROI)
  • Jake Elliott has hit the Field Goals Under in 12 of his last 16 games (+7.25 Units / 39% ROI)
  • Jalen Hurts has hit the Interceptions Under in 13 of his last 16 games (+7.25 Units / 25% ROI)
  • Dallas Goedert has hit the Receptions Under in 9 of his last 11 games (+7.15 Units / 53% ROI)

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Eagles vs Commanders

Player Name Anytime TD Odds
Saquon Barkley -140
Jalen Hurts +125
Jacory Croskey-Merritt +150
DeVonta Smith +160
Rachaad White +180

Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Eagles vs Commanders

Player Name Over Under
DeVonta Smith 64.5 -115 64.5 -115
Terry McLaurin 51.5 -115 51.5 -115
Stefon Diggs 41.5 -120 41.5 -111
Dallas Goedert 35.5 -115 35.5 -115
Dontayvion Wicks 27.5 -120 27.5 -110

Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Eagles vs Commanders

Player Name Over Under
Saquon Barkley 77.5 -115 77.5 -115
Jayden Daniels 38.5 -120 38.5 -111
Jalen Hurts 26.5 -120 26.5 -111
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the 3Q Game Total Over in 11 of their last 15 games (+6.20 Units / 34% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have covered the 2Q Spread in 6 of their last 8 away games (+3.70 Units / 39% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the Game Total Over in 11 of their last 19 games (+3.30 Units / 16% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the 2H Moneyline in their last 2 games (+3.29 Units / 164% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 3 of their last 4 games (+2.95 Units / 74% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 12 of their last 14 games (+9.35 Units / 56% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+6.00 Units / 42% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have covered the 3Q Spread in their last 5 games (+5.20 Units / 85% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 8 of their last 15 games (+4.60 Units / 17% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 8 of their last 12 games (+3.40 Units / 25% ROI)

Washington Commanders: Keys to the Game vs. the Philadelphia Eagles

The Commanders were 2-7 (.222) when making less than 3 explosive runs in a game last season — 8th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .425.

The Commanders were 1-10 (.091) when trailing at the end of quarter 1 last season — 5th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .297.

The Commanders were 2-6 (.250) when the opposing team commits less than 60 yards in penalties last season — T-7th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .489.

The Commanders were undefeated (3-0) when leading at the end of first quarter last season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .698.

Philadelphia Eagles: Keys to the Game vs. the Washington Commanders

The Eagles were 6-1 (.857) when rushing for 120 or more yards last season — T-7th-best in NFL. The Commanders allowed an average of 142.8 rushing yards per game last season — 3rd-highest in NFL.

The Eagles were 6-1 (.857) when possessing the ball longer than their opponent last season — 6th-best in NFL. The Commanders allowed an average time of possession of 31 min and 33 s last season — 3rd-highest in NFL.

The Eagles were 6-1 (.857) when rushing for 120 or more yards last season — T-7th-best in NFL; League Avg: .657.

The Eagles were 7-4 (.636) when within 7 points entering the 4th quarter last season — 10th-best in NFL; League Avg: .496.

Additional Matchup Notes for Washington Commanders vs. Philadelphia Eagles

The Eagles scored on 41% of their drives in the first quarter last season — 5th-best in NFL. The Commanders defense allowed scores on 48.7% of opponent drives in the first quarter last season — 2nd-highest in NFL.

The Eagles were 6-1 (.857) when rushing for 120 or more yards last season — T-7th-best in NFL. The Commanders allowed an average of 142.8 rushing yards per game last season — 3rd-highest in NFL.

Eagles TEs had 12 receiving touchdowns last season — T-3rd-most in NFL. The Commanders allowed 33 receiving touchdowns last season — T-3rd-fewest in NFL.

The Commanders ran 24.2% offensive plays in the red zone last week — 2nd-best in NFL. The Eagles allowed their opponent to run 24.2% of plays in the red zone last week — 2nd-highest in NFL.

The Commanders had a late down conversion rate of just 15.2% with 0-3 yards to go last season — 4th-lowest in NFL. The Eagles defense allowed a late down conversion rate of just 14.8% with 0-3 yards to go last season — T-4th-best in NFL.

The Commanders had a third down conversion rate of 54.5% last week — 4th-best in NFL. The Eagles defense allowed a third down conversion rate of 54.5% last week — 4th-highest in NFL.

Washington Commanders Offense: Important Stats

The Commanders averaged -0.11 epa per play on first drive of the game last season — T-3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.02.

The Commanders had a third down conversion rate of 28% on third and 10+ yards to go last season — 3rd-best in NFL; League Avg: 20%.

The Commanders ran successful plays on 47% of rush attempts last season — 4th-best in NFL; League Avg: 43%.

The Commanders threw the ball 16% of the time (21 Pass Attempts/131 plays) on plays under center last season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 27%.

Philadelphia Eagles Offense: Important Stats

The Eagles averaged 5.7 yards per play against tight coverage last season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 3.1.

The Eagles went three and out on 29% of their drives last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 20%.

The Eagles scored on 24% of their drives (13/54) in the 4th quarter last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 36%.

The Eagles had a third down conversion rate of 27% on third and 10+ yards to go last season — 4th-best in NFL; League Avg: 20%.

Washington Commanders Defense: Important Stats

The Commanders defense allowed 11.0 yards per play open coverage last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 9.1.

The Commanders defense allowed 7.6 yards per dropback (1,304 yards/171 attempts) when targeted at a depth of 1-5 yards last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 5.6.

The Commanders defense allowed 0.15 epa per play in the 1st half last season — 3rd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 0.02.

The Commanders defense allowed successful plays on 60% of pass attempts first read passes last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 52%.

Philadelphia Eagles Defense: Important Stats

The Eagles defense allowed successful plays on 43% of pass attempts first read passes last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 52%.

The Eagles defense allowed 14 TD passes last season — fewest in NFL.

The Eagles defense allowed successful plays on 43% of plays first read passes last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 51%.

The Eagles defense has allowed successful plays on 43% of pass attempts first read passes since the 2024 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 52%.

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