Eagles vs Commanders kickoff time revealed as NFC playoff race intensifies
PHILADELPHIA – The highly anticipated Week 16 clash between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Washington Commanders will kick off at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 20, according to official announcements from the NFL. This matchup will be part of a Saturday doubleheader on FOX, which also features the historic rivalry between the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears, set to headline the evening with an 8:20 p.m. kickoff at Soldier Field.
As the playoff picture begins to take shape, three of the four teams involved are poised for postseason contention. The Eagles, with an impressive record of 8-4, currently lead the NFC East. They are gearing up for a crucial Monday night showdown against the Los Angeles Chargers, who also hold an 8-4 record, on December 8. Meanwhile, the Packers, sitting at 8-3-1, will face off against the Bears, who boast a 9-3 record, in a Sunday afternoon battle at Lambeau Field. The outcome of this game will significantly impact the fight for supremacy in the NFC North.
Entering Week 14, the Bears have positioned themselves as the No. 1 seed in the conference, following their recent victory over the Eagles on Black Friday. Their ascension was further aided by the Los Angeles Rams’ unexpected loss to the Carolina Panthers.
While the December 20 matchup between the Eagles and Commanders was previously scheduled, the specific kickoff time was only recently finalized. Fans can expect an electrifying atmosphere as these two rivals take the field, with playoff implications hanging in the balance.
