Commanders Beat Eagles 27-10; Report: Eagles Set for Changes
The NFL fined Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter $12,537 for unnecessary roughness in Week 7. Philadelphia then lost 27-10 at Washington on Sunday night.
- $12,537 fine stemmed from a third-quarter play against the Cowboys.
- 27 straight Washington points erased an early 10-0 Eagles lead.
- 6 consecutive losses leave Philadelphia at 2-6.
- 217 passing yards and one touchdown for Jayden Daniels, with no turnovers.
Why it matters: Philadelphia is playing without Hurts, who has blood clots. Backup Tanner McKee turned the ball over twice.
- 30 rushing yards on 13 carries for Saquon Barkley.
- Washington improved to 2-4-1 despite losing receiver Terry McLaurin for the season.
How 8 sources split on this story
Center coverage, 4 sources: The center frames the week around Carter's fine and injuries reshaping both rosters ahead of a division game.
Left coverage, 2 sources: The left-rated local paper frames the game through Eagles beat writers weighing whether a depleted Philadelphia could beat a struggling rival.
Right coverage, 2 sources: The right frames both teams as dysfunctional, with Philadelphia's season unraveling without Hurts.
What’s next: The NFL trade deadline arrives Nov. 10. The Inquirer is examining the cost of Carter's new extension.
- The NFC East remains open, with the Giants leading at 4-2-1 before Week 8.
- Will Philadelphia buy or sell at the Nov. 10 trade deadline?
- How long can McKee hold the starting job with Hurts out?










