Washington Commanders Projected to Go 10-7 in 17-Game 2026 Schedule
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Updated · Hogs Haven · May 15
Washington Commanders Projected to Go 10-7 in 17-Game 2026 Schedule
7 articles · Updated · Hogs Haven · May 15
A game-by-game projection pegs Washington at 10-7 after the NFL released its full 2026 schedule, with the Commanders opening on the road against Philadelphia and Dallas before closing at home versus the Cowboys.
The forecast hinges on Washington surviving a front-loaded NFC East slate—3 division games in the first 5 weeks—and splitting with both the Eagles and Giants while beating Dallas once.
A Week 7 bye, a Week 4 London game against Indianapolis, and only 1 Thursday night appearance shape the path, with projected losses to Seattle, San Francisco, the Rams, Houston and Dallas.
Projected wins over Cincinnati, Arizona, Tennessee, Atlanta, Minnesota and Jacksonville would fuel a late playoff push, with Week 18 against Dallas potentially helping decide the NFC East.
With a new OC and DC, can Washington's revamped schemes survive a brutal opening schedule against elite teams?
As the NFL schedule fragments across more streaming platforms, is the traditional fan viewing experience at risk?