Are Commanders resting starters? Latest on Washington's plans for Week 18 vs Cowboys

Modified Jan 05, 2025 16:22 GMT

Atlanta Falcons v Washington Commanders - Source: Getty — Are Commanders resting starters? Latest on Washington's plans for Week 18 vs Cowboys - Source: Getty

The Washington Commanders will travel to face the Dallas Cowboys in Week 18 of the 2024-25 NFL season. Sunday's matchup between the two NFC East teams will kick off at 1 p.m. EST from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Dallas.

Since the Commanders have already secured a playoff berth, fans have been curious to learn whether they will rest their starters for the regular-season finale.

Are the Commanders resting starters for Week 18 vs. Cowboys?

Washington Commanders QB Jayden Daniels - Source: Getty

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As things stand, the Commanders will field their starters against the Cowboys on Sunday. Commanders coach Dan Quinn wants his players to carry forward the momentum heading into the playoffs.

“We’re going to go after [it] as hard as we can." Quinn said earlier in the week. "I think the seeding portion of this is really important, and that’s what we discussed as a team. We thought [in Week 17] the vibe was awesome at the game.

“We thought we left some plays out there, and so for us that leveling up as we’re heading into this week with Dallas would be really important. But we recognize having a six seed and going into the playoffs with that is a good thing. And so, we’re going to fight like hell to keep that.”

Hence, Washington's quarterback Jayden Daniels, wideout Terry McLaurin and other key starters will play against Dallas. However, the Commanders will want to secure a sizable lead in the game to replace some of their starters and avoid unnecessary injuries.

The Commanders currently hold the No. 6 seed in the NFC. They can maintain that position for the postseason if they beat the Cowboys on Sunday.

If the Commanders lose against Dallas and the Packers beat the Bears, Washington will drop to the No. 7 seed.

How to watch Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys? TV schedule and live stream details for Week 18 game

The Commanders vs. Cowboys Week 18 game will be broadcast live on Fox, where Adam Amin (play-by-play) and Mark Sanchez (analysis) will be in the announcers' booth. Kristina Pink will report on the contest from the sidelines.

Fans can also live stream the Commanders-Cowboys game on Fubo.