NFL could make big change for Commanders-Eagles' Week 8 Sunday night showdown
The Commanders and Eagles have gotten off to slow starts, which could impact their Week 8 rematch.
The NFC East serves as prime-time television for football enthusiasts, particularly when the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, or Washington Commanders go head-to-head. The Commanders and Eagles are set to clash again on Sunday Night Football in Week 8 at Northwest Stadium. According to Rob Tornoe of The Philadelphia Inquirer, the NFL is contemplating relocating this NFC East showdown away from Sunday Night Football.
The Commanders (1-3-1) and Eagles (2-3) have managed to secure three combined wins thus far in the season. Although these matchups are typically thrilling, the upcoming rematch may not generate as much excitement due to their sluggish starts. The NFL mandates a 12-day notice for any alterations, which indicates that the deadline for this potential move is Oct.
20. The Commanders face the unbeaten San Francisco 49ers on Monday night and secure a Week 7 bye. Meanwhile, the Eagles host the Carolina Panthers and the Cowboys in Week 7's Monday Night Football games. Washington's sole Sunday Night Football appearance this season is against Philadelphia. The Commanders have three games—Weeks 16-18—where the time and TV slots remain undetermined.
An unexpected Washington victory in Week 6 might alter the situation. Notably, the Commanders stunned the NFL world by defeating the reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks with backup quarterback Marcus Mariota in Week 3.
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