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Daniels Leads Washington Past Eagles 34-27 Victory

7/23/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Washington defeated Philadelphia 34-27 as quarterback Jayden Daniels threw for 284 yards, three passing touchdowns and a 64-yard rushing touchdown.
Rookie linebacker Sonny Styles of the Washington Commanders was ranked No. 6 on the NFLPA’s 2026 Rising Stars list.
Analyst Jarrett Bailey predicted Daniels will win Comeback Player of the Year and that Washington will earn the No. 7 NFC playoff seed.

History

Historical Context

In 1991 the Washington Redskins, coached by Joe Gibbs, posted a franchise-tying 14-2 record, led the league with 485 points, and defeated the Buffalo Bills 37-24 in Super Bowl XXVI, with quarterback Mark Rypien earning MVP honors. That dominant, never-trailing playoff run remains the franchise’s last Super Bowl appearance, a benchmark the current Commanders cite while seeking a playoff return.

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Story summary

Washington defeated Philadelphia 34-27 as quarterback Jayden Daniels threw for 284 yards, three passing touchdowns and a 64-yard rushing touchdown.
Rookie linebacker Sonny Styles of the Washington Commanders was ranked No. 6 on the NFLPA’s 2026 Rising Stars list.
Analyst Jarrett Bailey predicted Daniels will win Comeback Player of the Year and that Washington will earn the No. 7 NFC playoff seed.

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