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REPORT: Eagles To Rest Jalen Hurts, Most Starters In Week 18

December 31, 2025

The Eagles offensive struggles have been well documented, especially after a rough second half against the Buffalo Bills, but it doesn’t look like they’ll be using their Week 18 game against the Washington Commanders to try and get their offense back on track.

Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the team is expected to rest quarterback Jalen Hurts and most other starters against Washington. Head coach Nick Sirrianni declined to confirm the report.

#Eagles are expected to rest QB Jalen Hurts and most starters in the season finale vs. the Commanders, sources told The Inquirer.

Shouldn’t come as a surprise based on HC Nick Sirianni’s comments when asked about the benefit of having a “bye” week heading into the playoffs.
— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) December 31, 2025

The Eagles could either be the No. 2 or No. 3 seed in the NFC. A win and a Bears loss against the Lions would make them the No. 2 seed.

Getting the No. 2 seed would give them possibility of hosting two playoff games but it seems like Sirianni is opting for health and not risking any injuries.