In a pivotal Week 18 matchup, the Washington Commanders (11-5) visit the struggling Dallas Cowboys (7-9) at AT&T Stadium, aiming to secure the NFC's sixth seed in the playoffs. The Cowboys, led by head coach Mike McCarthy, face a potential end to their season and coaching staff as they clinch their first losing record since 2020. McCarthy acknowledges the emotional weight of the game, reflecting on his previous Super Bowl win at the venue.

The Commanders, powered by rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, boast a top-five offense, averaging 28.9 points per game. In their earlier encounter, the Cowboys managed to disrupt Daniels, leading to a victory. The matchup between Daniels and Dallas' defense, particularly star edge rusher Micah Parsons, will be crucial. Meanwhile, the Cowboys' offense, which features rookie running back Rico Dowdle, remains uncertain at quarterback, with both Cooper Rush and Trey Lance vying for the starting position.