Washington Commanders upset Philadelphia Eagles, 23–17

The Commanders closed as 6.5-point underdogs and won outright. The betting market gave them a 28% chance.

It was the biggest of 4 NFL upsets in 2008 Week 5, and the 19th-biggest of the 2008 season. Washington Commanders pulled off 2 other upsets in 2008.

Other NFL upsets in 2008 Week 5

1. Miami Dolphins 17, San Diego Chargers 10

   6-point underdog31% to winRecap
   Upset size6
2. Pittsburgh Steelers 26, Jacksonville Jaguars 21

   5.5-point underdog31% to winRecap
   Upset size5.5
3. Atlanta Falcons 27, Green Bay Packers 24

   5-point underdog32% to winRecap
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Washington Commanders’ other 2008 upsets

1. Washington Commanders 26, Dallas Cowboys 24

   Week 410-point underdogRecap
   Upset size10
2. Washington Commanders 10, Philadelphia Eagles 3

   Week 164.5-point underdog30% to winRecap
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