NFL Picks: Week 4 Commanders vs Eagles

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In Week 4 of NFL action, the Washington Commanders are set to face the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Here’s a preview of this divisional matchup along with a pick and prediction.

BUSR NFL Lines

Spread: Commanders +8 (-110), Eagles -8 (-110) 

Moneyline: Commanders +310, Eagles -420 

Total: O 44 (-110), U 44 (-110) 

Best Team in the League? 

The Philadelphia Eagles aim to secure their second home win and maintain their undefeated record this season. They are striving for a back-to-back 4-0 start to the season. Quarterback Jalen Hurts has been efficient, completing 67.7 percent of his passes for 640 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions. His top targets include A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, who have combined for 445 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns, while Dallas Goedert has contributed with 11 receptions. The ground game has been a standout, averaging 185.7 yards per contest, with D’Andre Swift leading with 308 yards and 1 touchdown.

Defensively, the Eagles have allowed an average of 19.7 points and 310 yards per game. Key defensive players include Reed Blankenship with 19 tackles, Jordan Davis with 1.5 sacks, and Darius Slay with 1 interception. The Eagles have also excelled at home, winning their last seven games at Lincoln Financial Field against teams with winning records and covering the spread in their last four home games in October.

Commanders Looking to Bounce Back

The Washington Commanders are seeking their second road win to improve to 3-1 on the year. They have been impressive on the road recently, with a 5-1-1 record in their last seven away games. Quarterback Sam Howell has completed 65.7 percent of his passes for 671 yards, 3 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. Key targets include Curtis Samuel and Terry McLaurin, who have combined for 253 receiving yards and 1 touchdown, along with Jahan Dotson contributing with 10 receptions. In the ground game, Brian Robinson Jr. has led the way with 216 yards and 2 touchdowns.

The Commanders have allowed 28.7 points and 331.7 yards per game on average. Key defensive players include Cody Barton with 28 tackles, Montez Sweat with 3 sacks, and Emmanuel Forbes with 1 interception. Notably, the Commanders have managed to win their last two games as heavy underdogs (over +7.0 points).

Prediction

In this divisional matchup, the Eagles have shown consistency and balance, maintaining their winning ways from the previous season. The Commanders, on the other hand, have some questions to answer, especially after a tough loss to the Bills. Additionally, their two wins have come against teams that may not be considered top-tier in the league.

While the Eagles may have a short week due to their Monday night game, they appear to be the more well-rounded team. Considering these factors, the prediction is to favor the Eagles Moneyline (-420) and go with the over 44 points in BUSR NFL Odds. The Commanders might not have what it takes to win the Eagles, but they will make it interesting so there is no guarantee Philadelphia will cover the big -8 spread.