Commanders' running back Jacory "Bill" Croskey-Merritt breaks through the line to get a first down, in the team's 24-22 week one loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday Sept. 13. (Abdullah Konte / WINsports) The Washington Commanders kicked off the 2026 NFL season falling 24-22 on the road Sunday against NFC East rival, the Philadelphia Eagles, at Lincoln Financial Field. Washington looked to mount a late comeback but ultimately fell two yards short in their season opener.