Why Eagles' Jahan Dotson won't be seeking revenge in facing Commanders for first time since preseason trade from

Eagles Prepares for Revenge Match vs Commanders, Jahan Dotson puts Past Behind

Why Jahan Dotson is opting out of revenge game vs Commanders:

The Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles are on course to facing each other this weekend in an NFC East rivalry game. However, the game may be missing a key player in the Commanders' lineup after wide receiver, Jahan Dotson, decided that he would not be playing in the game due to a hamstring injury. While the injury is real, it is expected that Dotson is simply opting out of the revenge game as he does not want to give the appearance of seeking vengeance against his former team.

Preseason Trade: Jahan Dotson sent to Commanders

The wide receiver was traded from the Commanders to the Eagles this past preseason after an injury-plagued season with the Burgundy and Gold. Dotson had been a standout receiver for the Penn State Nittany Lions before being drafted by the Commanders in 2022. However, a hamstring injury that he suffered during the preseason limited him to just six games, with just 10 receptions for 157 yards and 2 TDs on the season.

Following the season, the Commanders made a series of roster moves, including trading Dotson to the Eagles. The move was seen as a way to clear cap space and give Dotson a fresh start. The move appeared to work for both sides as the Eagles saw Dotson's potential and the wide receiver has been a positive contributor with the Eagles' offense.

Why Jahan Dotson is sitting vs Commanders:

While the hamstring injury is legitimate, many are speculating that Dotson is simply opting out of the game to avoid any unnecessary hype or any appearance of seeking revenge against his former team. The wide receiver has been a key contributor to the Eagles' offense this season, and he is likely to play a big role in the team's success going forward. However, he also knows that facing his former team for the first time since the trade would be a big storyline, and he wants to avoid any distractions.

The Eagles and Commanders are scheduled to face off this Sunday at FedExField in Landover, Maryland. The game is scheduled to start at 1:00 PM EST and will be broadcast on Fox.