The Washington Commanders (4-11) are up against the Dallas Cowboys (6-8-1) in a divisional Christmas Day game. Both teams have been eliminated and will be playing for pride at the Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland.
With that game starting at 1 p.m. ET, let's take a look at the players ruled out and how to watch the game.
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Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys Inactives Tonight
Washington Commanders Inactives Tonight
These are the Commanders players set to miss tonight's game:
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- DT Daron Payne - Back
- LB Nick Bellore - Concussion
- LT Laremy Tunsil - Oblique
- QB Jayden Daniels - Elbow
- QB Marcus Mariota - Hand and Quad
Dallas Cowboys Inactives Tonight
These are the Cowboys players set to miss tonight's game:
- CB Josh Butler - Knee
- FS Juanyeh Thomas - Migraine
- LB DeMarvion Overshown – Concussion
Kindly note: The Inactives above will be updated once the official lists are released. These lists are usually out 90 minutes before the game.
Washington Commanders vs Dallas Cowboys: How to watch
The Washington Commanders have been eliminated from playoff contention for weeks. Dan Quinn's team endured a significant fall-off after reaching the 2024 NFC Championship Game.
The Commanders have lost nine of their last 10 games. They're third in the NFC East, and have their work cut out against America's team on Christmas Day.
The Dallas Cowboys got eliminated from playoff contention in Week 16. Jerry Jones' side won't be playing in the postseason for the second straight season.
The Cowboys have lost three of their last five games. They're set to finish second in the division, and will fancy their chances against the Washington Commanders in the Christmas Day game.
With that in mind, here's what you need to know about watching the game:
- Date: Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025
- Time: 1 p.m. ET
- Venue: Northwest Stadium, Landover, Maryland
- Livestream: Netflix
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Edited by Nick Igbokwe

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