Marcus Mariota takes the reins for the Washington Commanders against the Philadelphia Eagles as Washington looks to carry momentum into the final stretch.

The Eagles (9-5) are headed back to the playoffs after beating the Commanders 29-18 on Dec. 20 in Landover, Maryland. They clinched the NFC East for the second straight season, becoming the first team to do that since the Eagles won four straight titles from 2001-04.

Three players were ejected after the massive fight: Eagles offensive lineman Tyler Steen and Commanders defensive end Javon Kinlaw and safety Quan Martin. Washington coach Dan Quinn was asked if going for two violated an unwritten code among coaches.

Two players on Washington’s defense — lineman Javon Kinlaw and safety Quan Martin — and one Eagles player — offensive lineman Tyler Steen — were disqualified after being flagged for unnecessary roughness during the brawl in the 29-18 victory that allowed Philadelphia to clinch a second NFC East title in a row.

The Philadelphia Eagles are 9-5 heading into their Week 16 matchup against the Washington Commanders, and have a chance to win the NFC East and secure their spot in the playoffs.

The Washington Commanders will start quarterback Josh Johnson on Thursday against the Dallas Cowboys, coach Dan Quinn announced Wednesday.

The Eagles often false start on the tush push. Sometimes, the officials flag it. Today was one of those times. But the Eagles scored anyway.

Washington Commanders kicker Jake Moody, Commanders scores first after fumble recovery on opening kickoff. Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez slices through Philadelphia Eagles' defense for touchdown.