NFL 2026 · NFC East
Washington Commanders playoff scenarios
Washington Commanders cannot clinch on their own even by winning out; they need help.
Week 2 ·
Magic
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Tragic
15
15 more losses and elimination is certain
Division magic
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Cannot win the division on their own
📊 NFC East
| Team | Record | Pct | Magic |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Giants | 1-0 | 1.000 | - |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 1-0 | 1.000 | - |
| Washington Commanders | 0-1 | .000 | - |
| Dallas Cowboys | 0-1 | .000 | - |
🗓️ Upcoming
Mon, Sep 21 · KSTWeek 2
- 05:25Washington Commanders@Dallas CowboysTV FOX
Mon, Sep 28 · KSTWeek 3
- 02:00Seattle Seahawks@Washington CommandersTV FOX
Sun, Oct 4 · KSTWeek 4
- 22:30Indianapolis Colts@Washington CommandersTV NFL Net
Mon, Oct 12 · KSTWeek 5
- 02:00New York Giants@Washington CommandersTV FOX
Tue, Oct 20 · KSTWeek 6
- 09:15Washington Commanders@San Francisco 49ersTV ESPN · ABC
Mon, Nov 2 · KSTWeek 8
- 10:20Philadelphia Eagles@Washington CommandersTV NBC
📋 Recent games
Mon, Sep 14 · KSTWeek 1
- FinalWashington Commanders22 : 24Philadelphia Eagles
❓ Frequently asked questions
Can Washington Commanders make the playoffs?
Washington Commanders cannot clinch on their own even by winning out; they need help.
How is the magic number computed?
Assume every rival wins all remaining games; the magic number is the minimum wins that still guarantee a berth. Ties count against the team, so it can show later than official.
Does seventh in the conference mean a playoff place?
No. Division winners are seeded regardless of record, so a team with a better record can still miss out on a wild card.
Other clubs
Data: tallied from ESPN's public records. Standings and scenarios are computed by us and may differ from official releases.