The Philadelphia Eagles secured their second consecutive NFC East title on Saturday, December 21, 2025, in a thrilling victory over the Washington Commanders. The Eagles vs. Commanders game not only showcased the Eagles' offensive prowess but also escalated into a heated brawl that resulted in the ejection of three players, two from the Commanders and one from the Eagles.
The Eagles' 29-18 win solidified their playoff position. However, the game was marred by a late fourth-quarter incident following the Eagles' successful two-point conversion. This controversial play sparked a brawl that saw Philadelphia's Tyler Steen, along with Washington's Javon Kinlaw and Quan Martin, ejected for excessive roughness.
Tyler Steen, an offensive lineman, was ejected from the Eagles’ side. Steen was involved in a scuffle with the Commanders' defense, particularly with Javon Kinlaw and Quan Martin, who were also disqualified from the game. The altercation was a culmination of the heated rivalry between the two teams, which has seen several players get involved in on-field disputes this year.
The brawl was the result of a heated moment in the fourth quarter, where the Eagles, who were up 29-18, opted for a two-point conversion. The play was seen as a strategic move to end the game but ignited the Commanders' defense, leading to the fight. The Commanders, unable to match the Eagles' offensive pressure in the second half, found themselves trailing 29-18 with only 4:26 left in the game. The Eagles' victory marked their second consecutive NFC East title, a significant achievement for the team.
Javon Kinlaw and Quan Martin, both key players on the Commanders' defense, were disqualified for their involvement in the brawl. Kinlaw, a defensive lineman, and Martin, a safety, were flagged for unnecessary roughness during the incident. The Commanders' inability to contain the Eagles' offensive surge in the second half was evident, as Philadelphia pulled away with a decisive victory.
The Eagles vs. Commanders rivalry has a history of intense moments, and the latest brawl is just another chapter. With Dan Quinn, the Eagles' head coach, at the helm, the team has shown resilience and strategic acumen, despite the controversies. The Eagles’ victory this weekend not only secured their playoff spot but also underscored their dominance in the NFC East, making them the first back-to-back winners of the division since 2022.
