3 Washington Commanders Players Listed Questionable Before Eagles NFC Title Game

The Washington Commanders could end up shorthanded against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Dec 22, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne (94) celebrates after a play during the third quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images
Dec 22, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne (94) celebrates after a play during the third quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images / Peter Casey-Imagn Images
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The Washington Commanders are back in the NFC title game for the first time since 1992, and they make their return in a matchup against a familiar foe. They'll be taking on their NFC East rival Philadelphia Eagles as both teams look for a Super Bowl bid.

The Commanders are led by rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, who has taken the club to new heights since his arrival. Along with drafting him, Washington brought in a new-look coaching staff and has since posted their best regular season record since 1991 while winning their first playoff game since 2005.

Now, as the Commanders look to keep dancing and make the Super Bowl, they could be without a few players as they take on the Eagles in Philadelphia. Here are a few key game statuses prior to the matchup:

OUT:

  • G Sam Cosmi, knee

Questionable:

  • QB Jeff Driskel, illness
  • DE Javonte Jean-Baptiste, shoulder
  • DT Daron Payne, knee/finger

Cosmi, unfortunately, tore his ACL in the club's recent playoff contest and he will miss the game. The Commanders could also be shorthanded on the defensive line if Payne and Jean-Baptiste are unable to go.


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Kade Kimble
KADE KIMBLE

Kade has been covering a wide variety of teams ranging from the NFL to the NBA and college athletics since joining Sports Illustrated's FanNation in 2022.