The Washington Commanders round off a memorable 2024 regular season with a trip to the Dallas Cowboys in Week 18. But for the first time since 2020, this will not be the end of their journey.
Dan Quinn's men reached the playoffs after a dramatic overtime victory against the Atlanta Falcons. This represents a remarkable accomplishment in Year 1 under the new regime, but the hard work isn't done.
Washington travels to Dallas knowing that victory on the final day will lock up the sixth seed. That means a game versus either the Tampa Bay Buccaneers or Los Angeles Rams rather than the Philadelphia Eagles. It's a better route into the divisional round, which is why Quinn is demanding nothing but maximum effort in the face of his old employers this weekend.
The Cowboys probably can't wait for the season to end. Washington will never get a better chance to turn the tide on this storied rivalry.
Commanders vs. Cowboys game details
- Date: Sunday, January 5
- Time: 1.00 p.m. ET
- Venue: AT&T Stadium
- TV channel: FOX
Commanders vs. Cowboys odds for Week 18
According to the latest odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, the Commanders are 6.5-point favorites at the Cowboys in Week 18. This is available at -110 depending on which side of the points spread takes your fancy (bet $110 to win $100).
Anyone looking to wager the Commanders' money line can get odds of -330 currently (bet $330 to win $100). The Cowboys are underdogs on home soil — not for the first time this season after a disastrous run — at +265 (bet $100 to win $265).
FanDuel Sportsbook is anticipating a moderately entertaining affair with the over/under set at 44.5 points for the divisional encounter.
- Over 44.5 points: -104 (bet $104 to win $100)
- Under 44.5 points: -1118 (bet $118 to win $100)
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.
Jayden Daniels prop bets
The Commanders got another exceptional display from rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels to book their place in the postseason. He displayed remarkable composure in a tight game with the primetime spotlight glaring to will Washington into the knockout rounds. He also cemented his status among the NFL's elite along the way.
Daniels earned a Pro Bowl distinction as a result of his exceptional efforts throughout the campaign. That's nice, but it's not the signal-caller's primary concern. He's a team-first guy who wants to do everything in his power to keep the Commanders on the right track en route to the sixth seed.
The Heisman Trophy winner will be eager to avenge Washington's loss against the Cowboys earlier this season. Daniels wasn't at his best that day, but it's also worth remembering that he was nursing a rib injury at the time that limited his playmaking prowess.
Daniels' over/under for passing yards in Week 18 stands at 221.5 according to FanDuel Sportsbook. This is available at -110 in both directions (bet $110 to win $100).
The No. 2 overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft's over/under for passing and rushing yards combined is 277.5. This can be wagered at -114 on either side (bet $114 to win $100).
His over/under for passing touchdowns is 1.5. Again, this is available both ways at -114.
Commanders over/under receiving yard props for Week 18
- Terry McLaurin - 60.5
- Zach Ertz - 40.5
- Olamide Zaccheaus - 33.5
- Brian Robinson Jr. - 7.5
Commanders over/under rushing yard props for Week 18
- Brian Robinson Jr. - 48.5
- Jayden Daniels - 49.5
