The Eagles are 8-0 on the season and expected to be favored in every matchup going forward, including Monday’s night battle with the Commanders.
Carson Wentz will return to Philadelphia for the first time since being traded to Colts, and it’ll be the final game of a four-week stint on injured reserve after fracturing his ring finger.
Washington is 4-5 on the season and could get pass rusher Chase Young from a torn ACL suffered late last season.
With both teams set to start preparation, here are 15 impact players to watch.
(AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
McLaurin leads the Commanders with 609 receiving yards, and he’ll likely draw Darius Slay in coverage.
Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Smith had a monster performance in the first matchup, and his battle with Benjamin St-Juste and Kendall Fuller will be something to watch.
(AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)
Washington’s left tackle will have his hands full with Josh Sweat and Robert Quinn.
(Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
Mailata was credited with allowing two sacks against the Texans, and he’ll need to step up his performance with Chase Young returning.
(AP Photo/Nick Wass)
Young had his practice window activated last week, and with a Monday night matchup looming, the talented defensive end could see his first action of the season at Lincoln Financial Field.
Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
After seeing single-digit snaps against the Texans, Quinn should see an increased role.
Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Heinicke was 15 of 28 for 149 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception in losing to the Vikings.
Monday night could be his last start, with Carson Wentz returning from IR.
Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Robinson shares the load with Antonio Gibson, and they’ll undoubtedly test the Eagles’ defensive front after rookie Dameon Pierce rushed for 139 yards on Thursday night.
Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Sanders is among the league leaders in rushing and could have a huge night against the Commanders on Monday night.
Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Holcomb leads the Commanders with 69 total tackles…
Click Here to Read the Full Original Article at Eagles Wire…