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Commanders 2025 Schedule

Washington Commanders 2025 Schedule: Early Predictions & Analysis

While the official 2025 NFL schedule is still months away, we can begin to anticipate the Commanders’ opponents based on the standard NFL scheduling formula. This formula guarantees a degree of predictability while also factoring in divisional rivalries and previous season standings.

The Commanders, as members of the NFC East, will face their division rivals – the Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, and New York Giants – twice each. These six games are always highly anticipated and crucial for playoff contention. Given the NFC East’s recent competitiveness, each divisional matchup will be a hard-fought battle.

Beyond the NFC East, the Commanders will play all the teams from one NFC division and one AFC division. The specific divisions are determined on a rotating basis. Factoring in the 2024 schedule, we can expect the 2025 schedule to include a different NFC division than the one they faced last year. For the AFC opponent, the same will apply.

The remaining two games on the schedule are determined by their standing within the NFC East in the previous season (2024). They will face the teams from the other two NFC divisions who finished in the same position in their respective divisions. For example, if the Commanders finish third in the NFC East in 2024, they will play the teams that finished third in two of the remaining NFC divisions.

Here’s a breakdown of what we *can* predict:

  • Six Games: Dallas Cowboys (2), Philadelphia Eagles (2), New York Giants (2).
  • Eight Games: One NFC division and one AFC division opponent (specifics TBD).
  • Two Games: Teams who finished in the same spot in their division in 2024.

Early Thoughts and Potential Challenges:

Depending on the specific NFC and AFC divisions they are scheduled to face, the Commanders’ 2025 schedule could be relatively easy or incredibly challenging. Facing a strong AFC division loaded with talented quarterbacks could prove difficult. Similarly, if they are matched up against an NFC division renowned for its defensive prowess, the team’s offense will face significant tests.

Ultimately, the success of the Commanders’ 2025 season will depend not only on the schedule but also on their performance throughout the offseason and their ability to develop key players. They will need to maintain health on both sides of the ball and improve their weaknesses.

As the 2024 season progresses, we’ll gain greater clarity on the potential difficulty of the Commanders’ 2025 opponents. Stay tuned for further updates and schedule analysis once the official announcement is made!