Commanders Have an Early Hurdle on Their Schedule

News ArticlePublishedAug 24, 2026 at 11:08 AM EDTUnfortunately for the Washington Commanders, they have a difficult game out the gate.The Commanders head to Philly. They'll take on the Eagles. It's a tough way to begin the season.The Eagles have won four straight games in Week 1, a streak that's tied for the longest active run in the NFL. That's a good indication of how seriously Philadelphia tends to approach its season opener. For the Commanders, that makes the first game an immediate challenge.More sports: Ravens’ Matthew Hibner Could Be a Rookie to Watch...Philadelphia has consistently found a way to come out ready to play when the regular season begins. No matter what anyone thinks of head coach Nick Sirianni, his teams have been prepared for the opener, and there's little reason to e