The Washington Commanders showed a sign of life last week despite an overtime loss to the Denver Broncos, and now they’re heading on the road to take on the Minnesota Vikings.

We don’t know yet if quarterback Jayden Daniels will play or not, but we at least saw Terry McLaurin shine in his return with big trademark plays. This is the final non-division game for the Commanders, and the last chance to stay alive for the playoffs.

Washington Commanders vs. Minnesota Vikings

When: Sunday, December 7th, 2025: 1 p.m. ET

Where: U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, Minnesota

NFL Week 14 broadcast map

The Commanders are finally playing at 1 p.m. ET again, and the majority of the surrounding area will be able to watch the game on FOX.

Commanders look to snap losing streak

The Commanders are 5-5 all-time on the road in Minnesota, and they’ve never won at U.S. Bank Stadium. The team is also coming off a seventh-straight loss and looking to end the season on a high note. A lot of young players had standout performances last week, and evaluating the talent on the roster is just as important as chasing wins.

The Vikings have struggled on offense with and without JJ McCarthy, and it’ll give the Commanders the opportunity to continue improving on defense. A win can continue to build momentum, while a loss can eliminate the Commanders and increase their draft pick status.

From @JoeNFL: Washington is eliminated from the WILD CARD and can only advance to playoffs as division winner (WAS can sweep PHI & have advantage over PHI at 8-9). WAS will be eliminated from playoff contention w 1) WAS loss/tie at MIN 2) PHI win/tie Monday night.

— JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) December 2, 2025

Commanders 2025 football schedule

• Week 1 (Sept. 8): vs New York Giants (WIN 21-6)
  Week 2 (Sept. 11) @ Green Bay Packers TNF (LOSS 27-18)
  Week 3 (Sept. 21) vs Las Vegas Raiders (WIN 41-24)
  Week 4 (Sept. 28) @ Atlanta Falcons (LOSS 34-27)
  Week 5 (Oct. 5) @ Los Angeles Chargers (WIN 27-10)
  Week 6 (Oct. 13) vs Chicago Bears MNF (LOSS 25-24)
  Week 7 (Oct. 19) @ Dallas Cowboys (LOSS 44-22)
  Week 8 (Oct. 27) @ Kansas City Chiefs MNF (LOSS 28-7)
  Week 9 (Nov. 2) vs Seattle Seahawks SNF (LOSS 38-14)
  Week 10 (Nov. 9) vs Detroit Lions (LOSS 44-22)
  Week 11 (Nov. 16) @ Miami Dolphins Madrid, Spain (LOSS 16-13)
  Week 12 (Nov. 23): BYE WEEK
  Week 12 (Nov. 30) vs Denver Broncos SNF (LOSS 27-26)
  Week 14 (Dec. 7) @ Minnesota Vikings
  Week 15 (Dec. 14) @ New York Giants
  Week 16 (Dec. 20) vs Philadelphia Eagles
  Week 17 (Dec. 25) vs Dallas Cowboys (Christmas Day)
  Week 18 (Jan. 4) @ Philadelphia Eagles (TBD)

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