Washington Commanders Unveil 2025-26 Schedule: A Tough Road Ahead

The Washington Commanders have released their 2025-26 NFL schedule, and it’s clear that they have a season full of challenges and excitement ahead. With a series of tough divisional games and difficult non-conference matchups, the Commanders will need to be at their best to make a push for the playoffs.

The Commanders' season kicks off on September 7 with a home game against the New York Giants. This is an important game to start the season with a win as they face a familiar NFC East rival. A few days later, on September 11, Washington travels to Green Bay for a Thursday night clash with the Packers at 8:15 PM on Prime Video. A win here would send a strong message to the rest of the league.

The Commanders return home on September 21 to face the Las Vegas Raiders before heading to Atlanta on September 28. With both games falling within the first month of the season, Washington will look to establish early momentum before their bye week. The game against the Raiders will be a crucial test for Washington's defensive strength, while the Atlanta game will be a chance to make a statement on the road.

October brings a variety of tests, starting with a tough road game against the LA Chargers (October 5), followed by a primetime matchup against the Chicago Bears (October 13). The Commanders then face back-to-back road challenges against the Dallas Cowboys (October 19) and Kansas City Chiefs (October 27). These are two high-profile games that will be pivotal in determining how Washington stacks up against top-tier competition.

The month of November sees the Commanders facing the Seattle Seahawks on November 2, followed by another challenging matchup against the Detroit Lions (November 9). The Miami Dolphins visit Washington on November 16 for a rare early start at 9:30 AM. The game is expected to be exciting, especially with the Dolphins’ explosive offense.

After their bye week in Week 12, Washington returns to action against the Denver Broncos (November 30) at home. The Commanders will then hit the road again, facing the Minnesota Vikings (December 7) and the New York Giants (December 14). The December 20th matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles will also be a critical game in the division race.

The season wraps up with a Flex Game against the Philadelphia Eagles, slated for a TBD date in Week 18, with playoff aspirations likely riding on the outcome.

With a well-rounded schedule and key matchups throughout the season, the Washington Commanders will need to stay sharp and capitalize on their opportunities. The road to the playoffs won’t be easy, but with a strong start and consistency throughout, Washington will have a chance to make a significant run.