The Washington Commanders don't plan to take their foot off the gas despite cementing postseason football against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 17. Dan Quinn won't be resting players and wants nothing but maximum commitment from his squad for their regular-season finale at the Dallas Cowboys.
This might not be the case if Washington's seeding was already rubber-stamped. The Commanders moved into the sixth seed with one game remaining after the Green Bay Packers were beaten by the Minnesota Vikings. Quinn doesn't want that to slip and neither should his players.
It's also a notorious division rivalry. The Cowboys might not be the force of old, but they easily disposed of Washington during their first encounter in Week 12. Righting this wrong should be motivation enough to end their campaign on a high heading into the knockout rounds.
Can the Commanders pile more misery on the Cowboys and give Quinn bragging rights against his old employers? Or will Dallas sweep Washington again for what would be their crowning moment of an underwhelming season?
Commanders vs. Cowboys game details
- Date: Sunday, January 5
- Time: 1.00 p.m. ET
- Venue: AT&T Stadium
- TV channel: FOX
The Commanders and Cowboys have gone in different directions this season. However, things haven't gone well for Washington in this divisional fixture more often than not in recent years.
Dallas holds a commanding 79-48-2 advantage in the record books between these storied rivals. The Cowboys have won three straight and four of the last five. Washington's only success during that span came courtesy of a final-day victory during the 2022 campaign.
Quinn's men will also be looking to avenge a loss at Northwest Stadium earlier in the campaign. Despite being heavily favored, the Cowboys emerged as comfortable victors. That's something they'll want to put right before embarking on the postseason.
Hot to listen to Commanders vs. Cowboys on the radio
Anyone unable to view the Week 18 contest can keep up to date with developments on the radio. The Washington Commanders Broadcast Network will be providing comprehensive coverage throughout the day for fans to enjoy.
This all starts with a pre-game preview before the battle commences. Bram Weinstein will be on play-by-play duties, with legendary former Washington linebacker London Fletcher providing expert analysis on the big moments as they happen.
Outside of the Washington metropolitan area, the network reaches Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, and West Virginia. The coverage will also include post-game analysis and interviews with players and coaches alike.
BIG 100 (WBIG-FM) is the flagship station for the Commanders in 2024 and will also be broadcasting the clash. A full list of affiliate stations can be found here.