The Washington Commanders have made it to the playoffs, and fans couldn't be more thrilled! The only pressing questions now are: will they secure the 6th or 7th seed in the NFC, who will be their opponent on Super Wildcard Weekend, and just how far can they go this postseason? It’s time to dive into the potential matchups and scenarios for the Commanders.

Let’s not dwell on the idea of an early exit; we are focused on winning! The Commanders are ready to take on anyone, anywhere, at any time.

Will the Commanders be the 6th or 7th Seed?

Securing the 6th seed offers the strategic advantage of potentially avoiding the top seed in the NFC after the Wildcard round, which means no facing the #1 seed fresh off a bye in the divisional round. To clinch the 6th seed, the Commanders must defeat the Dallas Cowboys in their upcoming game. If they lose, they drop to the 7th seed, unless the Green Bay Packers lose against the Chicago Bears.

Possible Opponents on Super Wildcard Weekend

If they end up as the 7th seed, Washington could be headed to Philadelphia to face the Eagles once again, which promises a thrilling rematch! As the 6th seed, they could see either the LA Rams or the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, depending on the outcomes of various games this Sunday.

If the Rams lose and the Buccaneers win, the Commanders will face the Buccaneers. However, if the Rams win, it will be a clash against the LA Rams, the current NFC West champions. The official matchup won’t be clear until the final scores roll in on Sunday.

Divisional Round Matchup

Should the Commanders advance from the Wildcard round, their next opponent will depend heavily on the seedings and results of other games. If they’re the 7th seed, they could be up against the top seed (the winner of the Sunday Night Football matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Detroit Lions). Conversely, the 6th seeded Commanders would face the highest remaining seed after the Wildcard matchups.

Two Possible Paths to the NFC Championship

Here’s the excitement: there are clear paths to the NFC Championship from either seed, showcasing the Commanders' potential. As the 6th seed, they may end up in LA against the Rams and then have to conquer the top teams through critical away games, navigating the toughest slate of opponents.

On the other hand, if they’re the 7th seed, the Commanders might need to go through both #1 and #2 seeded teams – starting with a tough victory in Philadelphia followed by a daunting challenge in Detroit. Expect high stakes, and high tension!

A Home Game? The Long Shot

Could there be a scenario where the Commanders host a playoff game? The unlikely path would involve both the 7th seed Packers and the 6th seed Commanders making it to the NFC Championship by upsetting the higher-seeded teams throughout the playoffs, much to the fans' delight. Coach Dan Quinn’s dream scenario hinges on winning against Dallas and maintaining momentum throughout the playoffs.

While this playoff journey won’t be easy, every Washington fan knows that the road to the NFC Championship is paved with courage and determination. Get ready for an adrenaline-filled postseason—GO COMMANDERS!