Eagles vs Commanders Prediction, Odds & Best Prop Bets โ€“ NFL, Week 16

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  • The Eagles are -3.5 point favorites vs the Commanders
  • Total (Over/Under): 45.5 points
  • Watch this game on FOX

The Philadelphia Eagles (12-2-0) visit Northwest Stadium to take on the Washington Commanders (9-5-0) on Dec. 22. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00pm EST in Landover, MD.

The Eagles are betting favorites in this matchup, with the spread sitting at -3.5 (-105).

The Eagles vs. Commanders Over/Under is 45.5 total points for the game.

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Eagles vs. Commanders Odds, Spread, Over/Under

SpreadTotal (O/U)Moneyline
Eagles-3.5 -10545.5 -110-185
Commanders +3.5 -11545.5 -110+150

Eagles vs. Commanders Prediction

The winning team model predicts the Eagles will win this game with 57.0% confidence, based on game simulations, player injuries, offensive & defensive matchups and recent game results.

Eagles vs Commanders Spread Prediction

Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Commanders will cover the spread with 55.0% 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 Eagles players this playoff game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:

Best Eagles Player Prop Bets Today

  • Jahan Dotson has hit the Receptions Under in 11 of his last 12 games (+10.10 Units / 59% ROI)
  • Jahan Dotson has hit the Receiving Yards Under in 11 of his last 15 games (+6.30 Units / 36% ROI)
  • Saquon Barkley has hit the Rushing Yards Over in 12 of his last 17 games (+6.25 Units / 31% ROI)
  • Jalen Hurts has hit the TD Passes Under in 8 of his last 9 away games (+6.10 Units / 34% ROI)
  • Jalen Hurts has hit the Completions Under in 12 of his last 18 games (+4.80 Units / 22% ROI)

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

Best Commanders Player Prop Best Bets Today

  • Austin Seibert has hit the Field Goals Over in his last 7 games (+7.15 Units / 85% ROI)
  • Brian Robinson has hit the Receptions Under in 6 of his last 7 games at home (+5.35 Units / 56% ROI)
  • Austin Ekeler has hit the Carries Over in 6 of his last 7 games at home (+5.05 Units / 66% ROI)
  • Austin Ekeler has hit the Receptions Under in 6 of his last 7 games at home (+5.05 Units / 54% ROI)
  • Jayden Daniels has hit the Pass Attempts Over in his last 5 games (+5.00 Units / 84% ROI)

First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Commanders vs Eagles

Player Name 1st TD Odds
Jalen Hurts (Phi) +500
Saquon Barkley (PHI) +500
Brian Robinson Jr (Was) +550
A.J. Brown (Phi) +850
Jayden Daniels (WAS) +850
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have covered the 2Q Spread in 14 of their last 19 games (+8.35 Units / 37% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 13 of their last 19 games (+8.05 Units / 23% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have covered the 3Q Spread in 8 of their last 10 away games (+6.45 Units / 55% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have hit the 4Q Moneyline in 13 of their last 19 games (+4.80 Units / 16% ROI)
  • The Philadelphia Eagles have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 6 of their last 10 away games (+4.70 Units / 34% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the 2H Game Total Over in 8 of their last 12 games (+3.64 Units / 28% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the 1H Moneyline in 10 of their last 20 games (+3.60 Units / 11% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the Game Total Over in 12 of their last 20 games (+3.20 Units / 15% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 9 of their last 17 games (+3.10 Units / 13% ROI)
  • The Washington Commanders have hit the 1H Game Total Over in 11 of their last 20 games (+2.75 Units / 12% ROI)

Eagles Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Eagles art 9-5 (+3.55 Units / 22.83% ROI).

  • Eagles are 12-2 when betting on the Moneyline for +9.2 Units / 25.59% ROI
  • Eagles are 5-9 when betting the Over for -4.9 Units / -31.82% ROI
  • Eagles are 9-5 when betting the Under for +3.5 Units / ROI

Commanders Against the Spread (ATS) Record

Against the spread this NFL season, the Commanders are 8-5 (+2.55 Units / 16.4% ROI).

  • Commanders are 9-5 when betting on the Moneyline for +1.5 Units / 5.14% ROI
  • Commanders are 9-5 when betting the Over for +3.5 Units / 22.73% ROI
  • Commanders are 5-9 when betting the Under for -4.9 Units / -31.82% ROI

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

The Eagles are 9-1 (.900) when not throwing an interception this season — 3rd-best in NFL. The Commanders have intercepted 5 passes this season — T-4th-fewest in NFL.

The Eagles are undefeated (4-0) when passing for more than 250 yards this season — T-best in NFL; League Avg: .580.

The Eagles are 13-3 (.812) when not throwing an interception since the 2023 season — T-4th-best in NFL. The Commanders have intercepted 13 passes since the 2023 season — fewest in NFL.

The Eagles are undefeated (10-0) when allowing less than 3 explosive runs this season — best in NFL; League Avg: .570.

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

The Commanders are winless (0-3) when trailing at the end of the third quarter this season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .163.

The Commanders were 3-5 (.375) when sacking the QB 3 or more times last season — T-4th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .650.

The Commanders are winless (0-3) when rushing for less than 100 yards this season — T-worst in NFL; League Avg: .288.

The Commanders were 2-8 (.200) when having a turnover margin within one of the opposing team last season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: .500.

Additional Matchup Notes for Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders

The Commanders have run successful plays on 63.9% of rush attempts against a base rush since the 2023 season — best in NFL. The Eagles have allowed successful plays on 58.9% of rush attempts with a base rush since the 2023 season — 5th-worst in NFL.

The Commanders have run successful plays on 53.6% of rush attempts against a light front since the 2023 season — 4th-best in NFL. The Eagles have allowed successful plays on 53.2% of rush attempts with a light front since the 2023 season — 4th-worst in NFL.

The Commanders have run successful plays on 67.7% of rush attempts against a base rush this season — best in NFL. The Eagles have allowed successful plays on 61.1% of rush attempts with a base rush this season — 3rd-worst in NFL.

The Eagles have averaged 0.49 epa per play against open coverage since the 2023 season — T-5th-best in NFL. The Commanders have allowed 0.53 epa per play with open coverage since the 2023 season — worst in NFL.

The Eagles have scored on 12.8% of their drives in the first quarter this season — 2nd-worst in NFL. The Commanders defense has allowed scores on 16.7% of opponent drives in the first quarter this season — T-2nd-best in NFL.

The Eagles have scored on 51.4% of their drives in the second half this season — 2nd-best in NFL. The Commanders defense has allowed scores on 55.6% of opponent drives in the second half this season — worst in NFL.

Philadelphia Eagles Offense: Important Stats

The Eagles ran successful plays on 61% of rush attempts against a stacked front last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 42%.

The Eagles ran successful plays on 59% of plays against a stacked front last season — best in NFL; League Avg: 43%.

The Eagles averaged 0.25 epa per play against a stacked front last season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 0.01.

The Eagles have run the ball on 39% of plays (76 carries/193 plays) on 3rd down this season — highest in NFL; League Avg: 25%.

Washington Commanders Offense: Important Stats

The Commanders have run successful plays on 68% of rush attempts against a base rush this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 51%.

The Commanders have an average drive start position from the 32.7 yard line in the 1st half this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 27.1.

The Commanders ran successful plays on 40% of pass attempts on play action passes last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 51%.

The Commanders have an average drive start position from the 31.4 yard line this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 27.9.

Philadelphia Eagles Defense: Important Stats

The Eagles defense has allowed successful plays on 51% of plays open coverage this season — best in NFL; League Avg: 60%.

The Eagles defense has allowed successful plays on 39% of pass attempts from their own territory this season — 2nd-best in NFL; League Avg: 48%.

The Eagles defense have forced three and outs on 10% of opponent drives in the 2nd half since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 20%.

The Eagles defense allowed a passer rating of 103.3 on contested throws (103 Pass Attempts) last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 64.6.

Washington Commanders Defense: Important Stats

The Commanders defense allowed scores on 51% of opponent drives in the 1st quarter last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 29%.

The Commanders defense has allowed a passer rating of 104.5 with a base rush (883 Pass Attempts) since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 90.4.

The Commanders defense has allowed a passer rating of 133.2 open coverage (410 Pass Attempts) since the 2023 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 119.7.

The Commanders defense allowed 0.16 epa per play in the 1st half last season — worst in NFL; League Avg: -0.00.

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Nick Hennion

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Nick Hennion is a senior content writer for BetMGM. His previous stops include VSiN, NBC Sports, The Action Network and Forbes Betting. He owns a bachelor's degree from Syracuse University and a master's degree from Northwestern University.

Nick Hennion is a senior content writer for BetMGM. His previous stops include VSiN, NBC Sports, The Action Network and Forbes Betting. He owns a bachelor's degree from Syracuse University and a master's degree from Northwestern University.