The Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles are the NFL’s last two undefeated teams. Coming off a Super Bowl title and three consecutive challenging opponents, the Birds should feel good about where they’re at. But four down-to-the-wire victories are reminiscent of the team’s 2023 campaign—one where they dropped six of their last seven contests.
Perhaps the first quarter of the season was just them figuring things out against some tough competition. They came out unscathed, but they didn’t look dominant. Their next four weeks of football could define what they really are: a pretender or the same team that won the Super Bowl in February.
Inconsistency Has Defined Eagles’ Early Season
In 2023, the Eagles almost never looked like a complete, Super Bowl-contending team. In 2025, they’ve had some stints where they have. But the difference between their highs and lows has been drastic.
Take Weeks 3 and 4, versus the Los Angeles Rams and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, respectively. In the second half against the Rams and the first half against the Buccaneers, Philadelphia was fantastic. They had a plus-37 point differential, and quarterback Jalen Hurts posted some elite stats: 32 of 40 passing (80%), 401 total yards, five touchdowns, zero interceptions.
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Then, you have the first half versus the Rams and the second half against the Buccaneers: a minus-24 point differential. Again, the Birds have had their highs and lows—oftentimes within the same game.
Can they eliminate those lows between Weeks 5 and 8?
Why Are Eagles’ Weeks 5–8 Important?
The Eagles’ schedule is as follows: vs. Denver Broncos, at New York Giants, at Minnesota Vikings, vs. New York Giants. Then, they have a bye week.
These games are important for a couple of reasons. First, they’re winnable. The Broncos are the best of the bunch, but they sit 2–2 with zero 30-point games. At Lincoln Financial Field, it’s a good opportunity for the Birds’ defense to take charge and the offense to beat a tough opponent.
The Giants are, of course, a bottom-feeder. But they’re also a confidence-booster. Philadelphia hadn’t won a game by double digits since Week 7 against the Miami Dolphins in 2023, then they played New York in Week 7 last season and ended the drought. From that point on, the Birds were a wagon.
Minnesota is also 2–2. Like Denver, they have a tough defense but a beatable offense. The Birds have the upside to run up the score against them, even though it’s a road matchup. If they can, it shows that they aren’t a pretender—schooling a gritty wildcard-caliber team isn’t easy.
These games aren’t important just because the opponents are a little bit weaker on paper. They’re important because Weeks 5–8 are when you’d expect the team to “figure it out.” As mentioned, that didn’t happen last season until about Week 7, the Birds’ first double-digit win in 364 days. The same might be true in 2025.
Weeks 5–8 will be pivotal for the Eagles. They could show whether the Birds are legit, truly finding their groove, or whether they’re a pretender, struggling against wildcard-at-best squads.
With the TNF game over between the NFC West powerhouses of the LA Rams and SF 49ers. It’s time to check in on the Eagles. Now that we’re entering Week 5, with 25% of the season over with and how the team is shaping up before we get to the Week 9 Trade Deadline.
So Far So Flawless
The Eagles are one of two teams entering Week 5 undefeated. Will the week end with the Bills and Eagles at 5-0? One step closer to securing their divisions as quickly as possible?
Starting 4-0 marks the 3rd time in 5 years that the Sirianni/Hurts era Eagles have come out of the gate strong. But will they sustain this quality of inconsistent play through 13 more games? They’ve started slow before with a 2-2 start that resulted in an 12-1 end to the season. Now that they’re through the “gauntlet” of this year, maybe the team will start to figure things out for 4 full quarters.
Injuries Piling Up
After the Rams game, the Eagles placed three players on injured reserve. Including Nolan Smith and Jakorian Bennett. And with Ogbo Okoronkwo expected to miss the rest of the season with a torn triceps during the Buccaneers game, the Eagles defense is slowly getting depleted. Add on that Dallas Goedert continues to intermittently miss practice and the Offensive Line starts to get banged up. It might be a long year ahead.
Approaching The Deadline
With the trade deadline set for November 4th. The Eagles have one month to make any serious additions to the roster before it’s too late.
And with 10 picks coming up in the 2026 draft (7 in the first 4 rounds) the Eagles will have plenty of capital to make their final rounds of roster moves if they wish to remain a contender through 2025.
We’ll see what the Eagles bring to a dip in their strength of schedule. With their next 4 opponents having a combined record of 6-10 (DEN, MIN, NYGx2) when we get to the mid season checkpoint.
Strange, isn’t it? If there is a book out there on the Philadelphia Eagles like the one that AJ Brown has been reading on the sideline — maybe the Rams can should borrow a copy? But Todd Bowles and the Buccaneers seem to have some sacred documents on how to stymie the Eagles stored in the deep annals below Raymond James Stadium.
Many times that the Eagles have had a pivotal game against the Buccaneers — Tampa always seems to come out on top. Sure — the Eagles were dominant against Tony Dungy’s Buccaneers in the NFC Wildcard Round in the first couple years of Andy Reid’s tenure that the Eagles were in the playoffs.
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But In 1979 — when Dick Vermeil’s Eagles were ascending for the first time in decades — the Buccaneers — who had combined for a 7–37 record in 3 seasons prior — defeated the Eagles in the Divisional Playoffs 24–17. Then in 2003 — Ronde Barber’s gut wrenching interception to close Veterans Stadium. The following September at the first game of the Linc — was another loss 17–0 to Tampa Bay. Fast forward to Jalen Hurt’s first playoff game loss 31–15 at Raymond James Stadium in 2022 and two years later a 32–9 loss in the 2024 NFC Wildcard Round that left us with the image of Jason Kelce’s unbridled outpouring of emotion captured by the national media.
But there is a silver lining when it comes to some of our painful history of Tampa Bay. Really.
Consider this. One year after the Eagles disappointing loss in Tampa in 1979 — they won the NFC and advanced to the Super Bowl for the first time in franchise history. Two years after Jon Gruden’s Bucs denied the Eagles a Super Bowl appearance — Philadelphia went back to the Super Bowl for the first time since 1980.
One year after Tom Brady and the Buccaneers ended the Eagles season in South Florida — Nick Sirianni’s Eagles were also in the Super Bowl. One year after the Eagles lost in the NFC Playoffs again to Tampa Bay in 2024 and just six months after another regular season 31–16 blowout loss at Raymond James Stadium — the Eagles completed the most magical post-season run in team history — winning Super Bowl LIX. After that week 4 loss — the Eagles went 12–1 for the rest of the season.
Across the South Philadelphia sports’ Complex — the Phillies are preparing to dazzle us with another Red October — perhaps ending with the exhilaration of a World Series victory like the defeat of Tampa in 2008 in South Philadelphia. Perhaps — it will be the Eagles who have a surprise ending on Sunday in the South Florida heat. If history is any judge — win or lose — the sky is the limit for these Eagles — either way.
The Philadelphia Eagles’ 2025 season has gotten off to a perfect start: sending the rival Dallas Cowboys home with a loss in Week 1 and leaving Arrowhead Stadium with a gutsy win in Week 2. While the Birds are flawless on paper, leading the NFC East with a 2–0 record, their victories haven’t been all that convincing.
So far, the Eagles’ offense has been underwhelming. Following a marvelous first-half performance against the Cowboys, it’s been difficult to advance the ball down the field. They ranked 30th in second-half expected points added per play (EPA/play) in Week 1 and 22nd overall in Week 2.
Mind you, nearly an identical offense, minus an offensive coordinator swap, put up 40 points against the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Despite having endless weapons, Philadelphia has lacked dynamism.
That’s almost exactly the same scenario as 2023—a brilliant offense, led by a new, internal coordinator, regresses after dominating the Chiefs’ defense in the Super Bowl. That season, the team started the most unconvincing 10–1 you’ll ever see. Then, they collapsed hard, losing six of their last seven.
Interestingly, the Eagles didn’t have the prettiest start in 2024, either. At 2–2 with some discouraging offensive outings, many fans were panicking. But they quickly started clicking, victorious in 16 of their last 17, including a championship title.
So, what are these Birds? A 2023 or 2024 repeat?
Verdict: Be Skeptical, But Give the Eagles Time
Ultimately, the Eagles deserve time to figure this out. First, let’s set the scene. The offense came out roaring against the Cowboys, ranking atop the league in first-half EPA/play during Week 1. Then, the lightning delay happened. Over an hour of real-life time later, the teams got back out on the field, and neither looked all that fantastic. The Birds get a pass.
Then, you have Week 2. Jalen Hurts only had 116 total yards on a combined 31 pass and rush attempts, with his biggest play being just 28 yards. He got the win, which he made sure to clarify to Chiefs superstar Chris Jones, but it wasn’t one that makes you say, “Wow, this team can beat anyone.”
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However, the Eagles were facing the defending AFC Championship winners on the road, regarded as one of the toughest places to play in sports. Getting a win at all, with revenge as a motivator for Kansas City, is nothing short of incredible. Besides, Patrick Mahomes only put up 17 points. Shouldn’t the 0–2 Chiefs be worrying a little bit more?
It’s always good to be skeptical. But the Eagles have had a challenging road thus far, and they’ve come out on top. Their new offensive coordinator, Kevin Patullo, is still adapting, and so is the team around him. Kellen Moore, the team’s previous holder of the job, didn’t truly “figure it out” for a while—around Week 8 last season, to put an exact number on it.
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The Philadelphia Eagles walked into Arrowhead on Sunday and came out with a 20-17 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs
A Super Bowl rematch, a road test, and a statement.
It wasn’t elegant; the Chiefs outgained them 294 yards to 216, but an Andrew Mukuba interception and a crucial onside-kick recovery sealed the deal.
Philadelphia’s defense, once again, set the tone.
So here we are, asking: Is it too soon to consider them repeat Super Bowl winners?
What the Super Bowl LX Odds Say
Despite being defending champions, sites from the best online sportsbook reviews list the Eagles as only the fourth favorite to win Super Bowl LX. Odds boards this week show the Buffalo Bills leading the pack, followed by the Baltimore Ravens, Green Bay Packers, and Philadelphia at +750. That line translates to about an 11-13% chance of repeating.
Respectable, yes, but far from consensus dominance.
Why Is the Betting Market Hesitant?
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The passing game hasn’t found a rhythm. Jalen Hurts threw for just over 100 yards against Kansas City, a number that won’t scare playoff defenses. Injuries and attrition also weigh on futures prices, as veteran rosters rarely get healthier with time.
The competition is fierce: Baltimore looks balanced, Buffalo is still a juggernaut, and Jordan Love’s Packers are quickly climbing into NFC powerhouse territory.
Why the Eagles Remain in the Conversation
Their defense still travels. Holding Mahomes and the Chiefs to 17 points is evidence enough. Their run game, led by Saquon Barkley and Hurts, remains one of the league’s most physical units. And culture matters: a champion locker room carries a belief outsiders cannot quantify… They know what it takes to win.
The Rivals in Their Path: Who Are the Teams Philadelphia Has to Go Through?
Buffalo Bills: A perennial powerhouse, Buffalo leans on Josh Allen’s arm and legs. Their offense stretches the field, their defense forces turnovers, and sportsbooks consistently list them as the safest bet to win.
Baltimore Ravens:Lamar Jackson may finally have his supporting cast right. A balanced offense, stingy defense, and strong coaching staff mean Baltimore has the profile of a champion. If the Eagles want another Lombardi, Baltimore is likely in the way.
Green Bay Packers: The NFC rival to circle. Jordan Love has fully stepped into the franchise role, and his chemistry with a talented receiving corps makes the Packers dangerous. Add a rejuvenated defense and home-field advantage in the frozen north, and the Packers are as real as it gets.
Each of these contenders explains why sportsbooks still hesitate to elevate the Eagles. It’s not doubt… It’s recognition of the league’s depth at the top.
Current Super Bowl LX Betting Odds
Gambling.com’s latest future NFL odds currently position the Eagles as the fourth-favorite to win Super Bowl LX:
Ravens @ +500
Bills @ +600
Packers @ +700
Eagles @ +750
The Road Ahead
Philadelphia’s schedule isn’t a stroll. Divisional games against Dallas remain must-wins. A December clash with Buffalo could serve as a preview of Super Bowl stakes. And lurking late in the season are the 49ers, who still boast one of the most punishing defenses in the NFL. For a defending champion, there are no shortcuts.
Hurts’ Next Step…
Jalen Hurts has matured into a proven winner, but the next leap involves consistency against top defenses. His passing numbers against Kansas City were modest, and skeptics will seize on that. What offsets it is his poise, mobility, and leadership.
If Hurts becomes a more efficient passer while maintaining his dual-threat danger, the Eagles’ offense becomes far more challenging to scheme against.
A Historical Reality Check
Repeating in the NFL is brutally rare. Only eight franchises have done it. The last? New England in 2003-04. Every other champ since has fallen short. Odds-makers account for this history, partly explaining why Philadelphia’s odds trail teams with fewer question marks. The Eagles don’t just fight opponents; they fight history.
Is the Time to Bet the Eagles Right Now?
Timing is everything. Futures markets shift weekly. A shaky October could inflate Philadelphia’s price, creating better buy-in value. Some bettors diversify, placing smaller wagers on multiple contenders to hedge risk. Regardless, scanning online sportsbook reviews is essential… A spread from +700 to +800 may not sound large, but it can be decisive for future payouts.
Take the Eagles now if you’re convinced their defense and run-first identity are sustainable. Wait, if you believe Baltimore or Buffalo will outpace them. Both choices have logic, depending on risk appetite.
So is it too soon? Not exactly. Philadelphia has the roster, the culture, and the recent proof that they can beat anyone. But repeating means overcoming both rivals and history. Their win against Kansas City keeps them firmly in the mix.
Whether they rise above Buffalo, Baltimore, and Green Bay by season’s end will decide if “too soon” turns into “right on time.”
The day is still fresh in every Eagles fan’s mind, with the highlights having played on repeat over and over again.
February 9, 2025: Super Bowl LIX. The Philadelphia Eagles, with an all-time rushing attack and a suffocating defense, took on the dynasty Kansas City Chiefs, with a seemingly untouchable Patrick Mahomes looking for the NFL’s first-ever three-peat.
History was at stake. The Birds had other plans.
Mahomes and the Chiefs suddenly couldn’t move without the Eagles ever blitzing, Cooper DeJean went taking off the other way with a Mahomes roll-out pass for his first NFL interception (and touchdown), and Jalen Hurts, the quarterback always in doubt, piled on – then threw “The Dagger” deep into the end zone for DeVonta Smith.
The league’s once-thought unbeatable monster was stunned, Philadelphia was out celebrating in the city streets by the third quarter, and the backups were in with minutes still left on the clock.
The Eagles were champions again, for the second time ever in seven years, and by way of one of the most cathartic thrashings the football world has ever seen.
Now it’s time for the rematch, only two weeks into the new 2025 NFL season. Will Hurts and the Birds still have Kansas City’s number?
Here’s the PV staff’s picks for Eagles-Chiefs in Week 2…
• GAME INFO •
2025 Regular Season Week 2
Eagles (1-0) at Chiefs (0-1)
Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET | GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City, MO)
BROADCAST INFO
TV: FOX (Kevin Burkhardt, Tom Brady, Erin Andrews, Tom Rinaldi)
RADIO: 94.1 WIP (Merrill Reese, Mike Quick, Devan Kaney)
BETTING LINES
Week 2 betting odds
Sportsbook
Spread
Money Line
Total O/U
DraftKings
PHI -1.5
PHI -125 KC +105
46.5
FanDuel
PHI -1.5
PHI -116 KC -102
46.5
BetRivers
PHI -1.5
PHI -117 KC -107
46.5
BetMGM
PHI -1
PHI -115 KC -105
47
ESPN BET
PHI -1.5
PHI -130 KC Even
46.5
*Odds as of Thursday
Jimmy Kempski (1-0)
Eagles 28, Chiefs 25
In their Week 1 game against the Chargers, the Chiefs’ offense looked sluggish in a way that I haven’t seen since Patrick Mahomes has been their starting quarterback. Well, the Super Bowls against the Eagles and Bucs excluded, I guess. Every first down seemed like a struggle, and often necessitated some kind of unsustainable Houdini play by Mahomes. And for good reason. Mahomes aside, they don’t have good players.
• The starting receivers are currently Hollywood Brown, JuJu Smith-Schuster, and Tyquan Thornton. You can find the NFL’s starting receivers by team here. How many wide receiver trios would you take over the Chiefs’? Like.. 29? 30? All of them?
• The top two running backs are Kareem Hunt and Isaiah Pacheco. They combined to average 3.7 yards per carry in 2024. They got a combined 10 carries Week 1.
• The offensive line has shaky starters at RT (Jawaan Taylor) and LG (Kingsley Suamataia); and a rookie coming off a major knee injury at LT (Josh Simmons).
• Travis Kelce is still a good tight end, but no longer the elite player he once was.
This is a below-average offense, in my opinion, even with Mahomes running the show.
On the other side of the ball, the Chiefs’ defense lost a couple of good starters in free agency in DT Travelle Wharton and S Justin Reid. They were replaced by lesser players in DT Jerry Tillery and second-year S Jaden Hicks.
It was funny to me to see the Chiefs open as favorites in this game (although the line has since shifted to the Eagles). Why would this team be favored? Because the Chiefs have Mahomes and Reid? Didn’t we already learn that lesson seven months ago? The Eagles are simply a much better team, and they’re going to win comfortably on Sunday. The Chiefs get a late garbage-time TD and two-point conversion to make the score look closer than it is, and the Eagles recover an onsides kick to seal the win. 28-25.
I was originally leaning Chiefs here. Just because I don’t think they’re bad enough to fall to 0-2 — something they haven’t done since 2014. But I honestly don’t see how they can win on Sunday. Not because the Eagles are some kind of unbeatable juggernaut, but because the Chiefs are already so banged up and flawed.
The Eagles have a cornerback weakness, but the Chiefs have no good wide receivers. The Eagles didn’t generate much pass rush in Week 1 against Dallas, the Chiefs have some holes on the offensive line. The Eagles gave up some big runs to Miles Sanders and Javonte Williams in Week 1, the Chiefs have even worse running backs.
I think Philly should roll to a convincing win here.
Geoff Mosher (1-0)
Chiefs 26, Eagles 24
The Chiefs aren’t at full strength at wide receiver and still have questions about the left side of their OL. The Eagles have had some losses impacting their rushing offense – and potentially Dallas Goedert for this game – while Saquon Barkley didn’t have his typical overwhelming numbers against the Cowboys, and CB2 still is still problematic. It’ll be loud at Arrowhead, and the Chiefs are staring down their first 0-2 start of the Patrick Mahomes era. The strange thing is – low-scoring, ugly, grind-it-out type of games seem to favor both teams. The Eagles have the superior roster, but the Chiefs are very tough at home. I know the Eagles won there in 2023 with a lesser roster, but my gut tells me Kansas City pulls this one out on its final drive..
This won’t be as thorough or cathartic of an Eagles win as Super Bowl LIX was, but I do think they still take this one pretty decisively.
Having Jalen Carter not suspended and available is a huge boost for rolling out that four-man pass rush again, and with Zack Baun and Jihaad Campbell patrolling the middle of the field at linebacker, I think they’re going to do a lot to keep Patrick Mahomes and a thin-looking Chiefs receiving corps stuck in the mud.
Offensively for the Eagles, I see A.J. Brown definitely getting involved a lot more and the KC defense being able to do little about it. I’m also curious to see how afraid of Saquon Barkley the Chiefs play it this time. In the Super Bowl, they prioritized stopping him at all costs, and they did, but at the expense of getting torched everywhere else across the field.
They learned the hard way, and at the worst time, that the Eagles’ offense isn’t all Barkley, and I do wonder how well they took that lesson – not that it necessarily means they learned how to overcome it.
The Eagles are 2-0, and relatively healthy. That’s what matters.
But new offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo hasn’t made anyone feel good about the Eagles’ offense — a unit that returns 10 of 11 starters from winning the Super Bowl, including offensive player of the year Saquon Barkley, Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts, three-time Pro Bowler A.J. Brown, Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith and an offensive line with 10 combined Pro Bowl nods.
That unit so far has gained 4.3 yards per play through their first two games, tied for the 30th most of 32 NFL teams.
A few more alarming numbers from the Eagles’ (early) offense so far:
Category
Stat
NFL rank
Yards per play
4.3
30th
Passing yards per gm
119
31st
Passing first downs per gm
5
32nd
Yards per rush
3.9
20th
Points per gm
22
17th
Penalty yards
158
1st
There are a few bright spots. They are perfect on fourth down, perfect in the red zone, 5th in the NFL on third down (48.1%) and have yet to turn the ball over.
Still, the above numbers are lackluster at best, and with the Rams next on the slate — a pass rush that is always among the league’s best — there is a chance it doesn’t get better next week.
“You’ve got to take what they give you while being the aggressor and playing with aggression,” Hurts said (via The Athletic) Sunday, after barely eclipsing 100 yards passing in the win in Kansas City. “And I think we were not as patient as we could have been earlier in the game. I’d have to really assess the film to be able to follow that up. But I think in the second half, we kind of let things come to us, and we played with great instinct.”
Hurts has always been an instinctual player, as well as a winning player. And perhaps it’s possible that you don’t need to score 30 points per game or throw for even 250 per game to win in the NFL. But at some point, the offense is going to have to take advantage of having so many good players. Brown has six catches for 35 yards so far. Two seasons ago, he had 106 catches for 1,496 yards, with basically the exact same teammates.
Last season, the Eagles rode Barkley’s historic 2,000-yard season, paired with Hurts’ instincts and the offensive line, to 4.9 yards per carry and one of the best running offenses in history. Something feels different.
“I think the expectation is that you’re gonna pick up right where you left off,” head coach Nick Sirianni told the media Sunday afternoon. “There’s steps to this, right? There’s steps for all the teams that are playing right now, and there’s steps to get better. So as you’re getting better, our goal is to play our best football by the end of the year. As you’re getting better, find ways to win, get better, and then repeat.”
A two-game sample size is nothing. It’s hardly cause for true alarm. It’s early. But the first two games under Sirianni have never been quite this bad on offense, despite his preference for no preseason reps for his starters and a constant turnover in his offensive coaching staff.
There is a noticeable difference in the offense’s early performance this season:
Year
PPG
YPG
2021 (1-1)
21.5
381.0
2022 (2-0)
31.0
470.5
2023 (2-0)
29.5
340.5
2024 (1-1)
27.5
387.5
2025 (2-0)
22.0
258.0
No Sirianni-led team has ever had fewer yards, and the 2021 Eagles were far inferior (they scored just 11 points on the 49ers in Week 2 that season).
The defense is already showing it’s one of the league’s best. Is this just the new reality? Is this a ball-possession offense that is going to tush push and grind its way to wins?
The next few weeks will be very informative. The Rams, Buccaneers and Broncos are the next three games on the slate and none of them have an easy defense to post big numbers against. The Eagles might keep winning, but they also could keep frustrating fans and fantasy football enthusiasts for a while longer.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and Kansas City Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones were heard trading barbs toward the end of their game on Sunday evening.
Hurts was getting the offense set to kneel out the clock when Jones was heard talking smack.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) pauses on the field following an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri.(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
“You didn’t even have 100 yards,” Jones said over the Eagles’ offensive line, possibly directed at Saquon Barkley.
Hurts replied, “We won the f—ing game. Shut your a– up.”
WARNING: EXPLICIT LANGUAGE
Philadelphia escaped with a 20-17 victory over Kansas City in a rematch of Super Bowl LIX. The Eagles’ offense wasn’t as explosive as it was during the Super Bowl back in February but it did enough to get the win.
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium on Aug. 9, 2025.(Mark J. Rebilas/Imagn Images)
Hurts ran for a touchdown at the goal line in the fourth quarter to go up 10 points. After the Chiefs scored on a pass from Patrick Mahomes to Tyquan Thornton the team couldn’t score again.
The star quarterback was 15-of-22 with 101 passing yards. Hurts had a rushing touchdown Barkley was held to fewer than 100 yards rushing – he had 88. But he scored a touchdown.
“The most important thing is finding a way to win. We showed up when we needed to the most. Being able to play turnover free football,” Hurts said, via NBC Sports Philadelphia. “There is a level of patience you have to have. Play within yourself.”
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, left, is stopped by Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott (55) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Mahomes was 16-of-29 with 187 passing yards, a touchdown pass and an interception. He also had a rushing score and led the team in rushing yards with 66 on seven carries.
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The Philadelphia Eagles will get an early test of their Super Bowl credentials when they go head-to-head with the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday.
The Eagles defeated the Chiefs 40-22 to claim the NFL championship last season and will be eager to lay down a marker this time around.
Despite heading into the 2025 season as the reigning champions, the Eagles have spent the summer playing down their chances of going back-to-back.
Their reluctance to talk themselves up has had a knock-on effect elsewhere, with several NFL pundits overlooking them when discussing this season’s title race.
For example, in a recent interview with Betway Insider, former NFL quarterback Daunte Culpepper predicted that the Minnesota Vikings would emerge victorious at the Super Bowl.
ESPN’s Football Power Index (FPI) computer model has also jumped on the bandwagon, predicting that the Baltimore Ravens and Buffalo Bills will contest the big game in February.
The FPI gives the Eagles a 9.5 percent chance of winning the Super Bowl, which seems surprisingly low given the manner of their success last term.
The Eagles have the opportunity to demonstrate why they should not be underestimated when they go head-to-head with the Chiefs again this weekend.
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes was made to look second-rate by the Eagles’ dominant defensive unit in the last Super Bowl, which allowed Jalen Hurts to strut his stuff during the game.
Hurts threw for two touchdowns and ran for a score to earn Super Bowl MVP honours. He threw for 221 yards as the Eagles cruised to an impressive victory.
While Sunday’s game will present a different challenge, given that it will be played in Kansas, the Eagles will fancy their chances of securing a positive result.
They triumphed 21-17 on their last visit to the Arrowhead Stadium in 2023. The Bills were the only other team to defeat the Chiefs on their own patch during that season.
Eagles’ head coach Nick Sirianni is expecting a tough battle and says both teams will try to learn from their recent matches when they face each other this weekend.
“We’ve played them every single year, so you’re constantly looking at those tapes and you have a plan of what you do when you play a team again, and you go through that process,” Sirianni said.
“From that, you can expect things they did successfully to come again in different forms, and you can expect things they may not have done successfully that they change a little bit.”
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The Eagles’ chances of victory in Kansas would be significantly boosted if they can find a way to become more effective with their running game.
Running back Saquon Barkley was shackled by the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, with defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo’s plan holding him to a season-low 2.3 yards rushing on 25 carries.
Barkley had similar troubles in the season opener against the Dallas Cowboys, recording just 3.3 yards per carry on 18 runs at Lincoln Financial Field.
When considering that he ran for more than 100 yards in 11 games last year and had an NFL-record seven touchdown runs of 60-plus yards, it is easy to see why the Eagles need Barkley to fire.
The Chiefs will be desperate to set the record straight against the Eagles, especially after failing to impress in their first game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
A 27-21 defeat in Brazil has put the Chiefs on the back foot, and they cannot afford a similar outcome against the Eagles, setting up what promises to be a thrilling clash.
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Look, the Philadelphia Eagles are already pretty damn good at football. But here’s the thing — they could get even better by stealing some tricks from poker pros.
These card sharks have mastered skills that translate perfectly to the gridiron.
And honestly? The Eagles would be crazy not to pay attention.
Reading People Like a Book
Ever watch a poker pro in action? They’re basically human lie detectors. Poker players spend hours studying every twitch, every betting pattern, every tiny tell their opponents give away. It’s almost scary how good they get at it.
The Eagles already watch game film — every team does. But they could take this way further. Instead of just looking at what plays teams run, they should be studying the subtle stuff. Does the quarterback always tap his helmet before a blitz? Do linemen shift their weight differently on run plays versus pass plays?
It’s like when Daniel Negreanu calls out exactly what cards his opponent is holding. That level of observation doesn’t happen by accident.
Ice-Cold Discipline
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Here’s where poker gets really interesting for football. Every single hand, poker pros are doing math. They’re calculating odds, managing their bankroll, deciding whether that bluff is worth the risk. And they do it all without showing emotion.
The Eagles need that same ruthless discipline. Sure, football’s an emotional game — passion matters. But the best decisions come from clear heads, not hot tempers.
Think about those crucial fourth-down calls. How many times have we seen teams (not naming names, but we all know) make terrible decisions because they got caught up in the moment?
A poker player would crunch the numbers first. What are the odds? What’s the downside? Can we afford this risk right now?
Rolling with the Punches
Poker players have this saying: “Plans are worthless, but planning is everything.” The game changes constantly — your pocket aces get cracked, someone goes all-in when you least expect it. The best players just… adapt.
Football’s the same way. Game plans are great until the other team does something you didn’t see coming. Remember when the Patriots started using that no-huddle offense against everyone? Teams that adapted quickly won games. Teams that didn’t get steamrolled.
The Eagles are actually pretty good at this already, but they could push it further. What if they practiced switching between completely different offensive schemes mid-drive? US poker pros don’t just have Plan B ready — they’ve got Plans C through Z mapped out too.
Bouncing Back from Bad Beats
Any poker player will tell you about bad beats — those brutal hands where you do everything right and still lose. Maybe your full house loses to a straight flush. Maybe someone hits a miracle card on the river.
The key? You can’t let it tilt you. You’ve got to shake it off and play the next hand like nothing happened.
Football’s full of these moments. Fumbles on the goal line. Pick-sixes on perfect throws. Missed field goals in the playoffs. The teams that win championships are the ones that don’t let those moments snowball.
The Eagles could learn from how poker pros build mental toughness. They use specific routines, breathing techniques, and even meditation. Whatever it takes to stay level-headed when everything’s falling apart.
Building Your Network
Here’s something most people don’t know about poker: the best players share information all the time. They’ll text each other about tough hands, discuss strategy, and even stake each other in big tournaments.
It sounds counterintuitive, but helping your competition actually makes everyone better. And when everyone’s better, the whole ecosystem grows.
The Eagles could tap into this mindset more. Yeah, they work with other teams in a transactional sense, but if they opened their minds to sharing insights, training methods, and mistakes, they could build a stronger knowledge base that would advance football for all.
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Philadelphia’s Jalen Hurts begins his sixth professional season carrying a mix of admiration and debate.
He is a Super Bowl champion, a Super Bowl MVP, and the unquestioned leader of one of the NFL’s most efficient offenses.
Yet his place among the league’s elite quarterbacks remains a polarizing subject. Some insist his impact extends far beyond statistics, while others point to modest passing totals compared with his peers.
As the 2025 season approaches, the conversation is no longer about whether Hurts belongs in the upper tier; it is about how his distinctive style compares to the gaudier numbers and accolades of rivals like Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Joe Burrow, Justin Herbert, and Matthew Stafford.
Understanding Hurts requires viewing his production through a different lens, one shaped by team identity and situational dominance.
Hurts’ Style and Statistical Footprint
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Hurts has yet to record a 4,000-yard passing season, but that limitation is deceptive. His 2022 campaign produced 3,701 passing yards, 22 touchdowns, and another 760 yards rushing with 13 scores. Those numbers positioned him as a dual-threat whose efficiency mattered more than sheer volume.
In 2023, he logged 3,858 passing yards and 23 touchdowns, complemented by 15 rushing scores. The kind of production reflects how Philadelphia leans on him near the goal line.
Entering 2025, Hurts has compiled two Pro Bowl selections, a second-team All-Pro, and a championship resume. His success is often measured less by box scores and more by game control, especially late in contests when the Eagles close leads with his legs. For bettors and analysts alike, monitoring Jalen Hurts prop bets provides insight into how sportsbooks weigh his hybrid role.
Mahomes: The Benchmark of Modern Quarterbacking
Any comparison of elite quarterbacks begins with Patrick Mahomes. Since assuming the starting role in 2018, Mahomes has posted seasons of 5,097 and 5,250 passing yards, alongside a staggering 50-touchdown campaign.
His career includes three Super Bowl victories, multiple MVPs, and six Pro Bowl appearances. The Chiefs’ seven-year run of success makes him the undisputed standard, one regularly featured across NFL prop insights.
When measured against Mahomes, Hurts appears conservative in yardage and passing output. Yet Hurts owns a head-to-head playoff win against Kansas City, an achievement few can claim.
The distinction highlights a central tension: Mahomes dazzles with sustained statistical dominance, while Hurts wins through adaptability and balance. Both approaches have achieved victories in the NFL, but one appeals to highlight reels, the other to clock management and situational mastery.
Allen’s Power and Playoff Frustrations
Josh Allen represents another contrasting model. His 2020 and 2021 seasons produced 4,544 and 4,407 passing yards, respectively, along with 36-plus touchdown campaigns. Add in nearly 800 rushing yards in 2021, and Allen epitomizes raw physical capability.
His first MVP in 2024 validated years of near misses, but Buffalo has yet to clear its playoff hurdles. Here, Hurts stands taller: Philadelphia captured a championship during his run, while Buffalo continues searching.
Allen’s highs outpace Hurts statistically, yet his turnovers, 23 in 2019, 27 in 2022, underscore risks tied to his aggressive style. Hurts, by comparison, turns the ball over less often despite heavy rushing usage. The comparison suggests Hurts may not match Allen’s ceiling in raw production, but he offers steadier efficiency in critical moments.
Jackson’s Unique Dominance
Lamar Jackson reshaped Baltimore’s offense when he became the starter, producing an electrifying 1,206 rushing yards in 2019 alongside 36 passing touchdowns. His two MVPs by 2024 signal recognition of this unique style, but postseason frustrations mirror Buffalo’s.
Jackson has four Pro Bowls and three All-Pro nods, yet no Super Bowl appearance. Hurts, by contrast, already owns the ring Jackson chases.
Statistically, Jackson’s rushing totals exceed Hurts with 1,005 yards in 2020 versus Hurts’ 784 in 2021. That said, Hurts’ blend of efficiency and postseason success provides a counterweight. Each has transformed expectations for quarterback mobility, but Hurts’ Super Bowl triumph grants him a credential that changes legacy conversations.
Burrow’s Precision and Resilience
Joe Burrow embodies pocket precision. His 2021 and 2022 seasons included 4,611 and 4,475 passing yards, while his 2024 campaign reached 4,918 yards with 43 touchdowns. Injuries, however, have disrupted his trajectory, limiting his ability to sustain momentum.
Burrow’s Bengals reached a Super Bowl but fell short, leaving his resume defined by potential rather than hardware. Hurts, in contrast, combines slightly lower statistical output with a healthier run of postseason availability.
Where Burrow commands admiration for accuracy and composure, Hurts earns credit for durability and adaptability in varied game scripts. The two often intersect in conversations about leadership: Burrow’s calm precision versus Hurts’ quiet command. Both inspire teammates, but only Hurts has parlayed that influence into a championship so far.
Herbert and Stafford: Statistical Brilliance and Longevity
Justin Herbert burst onto the scene with 4,336 passing yards as a rookie and later eclipsed 5,000 in 2021. Yet his Chargers remain playoff underachievers, undone by collapses such as blowing a 27-point lead.
His statistics, including multiple 30-touchdown campaigns, present an intriguing counter to Hurts’ balanced approach. But Herbert lacks postseason validation, leaving Hurts with a stronger legacy despite smaller yardage totals.
Matthew Stafford, meanwhile, represents longevity. He exceeded 5,000 passing yards in 2011 and captured a Super Bowl with the Rams in 2021, but his career has been uneven, marked by injuries and losing records. Compared to Stafford, Hurts already matches the championship milestone but adds rushing dynamism that Stafford never possessed.
Why Hurts’ Value Defies Conventional Metrics
The debate over Hurts’ ranking often turns to numbers he may never achieve. Philadelphia’s offense prioritizes time of possession, rushing efficiency, and situational execution over gaudy passing stats. That approach ensures Hurts’ success will always appear muted beside Mahomes’ fireworks or Allen’s arm strength.
Yet context matters: Hurts has led his team to 14 wins in 2022 and captured the ultimate prize in 2024. He enters 2025 as the NFL’s 11th-highest-paid quarterback, a paradox given his accomplishments.
The value he brings lies not in eclipsing 5,000 yards but in embodying a system designed to win when it matters most.
For Philadelphia, and perhaps for the league’s evolving understanding of quarterback play, Hurts may represent the future standard: efficiency, leadership, and adaptability over spectacle.
Thursday Night’s Eagles Home Opener Had A Little Something for Everyone.
No, no. Former Eagles running backs Ricky (Watters) and Charlie (Garner) aren’t making a comeback. The Eagles opening contest on the quest for NFL historical greatness began in bizarre fashion. But at least — this game had something for everyone and we found out a little more about these 2025 Eagles. We also found out that aerial assaults of human sputum prior to one offensive play being run is counterproductive, Saquon Barkley may be a year older but is still virtually unstoppable, raising the championship banner never gets old, and extended lightening delays are great for re-filling your chili fries — even at midnight.
And of course — those Cowboys are still the Cowboys.
Did defensive tackle Jalen Carter — after a full game of being double-teamed and beaten about by the Cowboys offensive line finally succumbed to the emotion of a full game and sent a flying saliva deposit that landed on Dak Prescott causing an ejection that propelled his team to triumph? Nope — you aren’t living in a dreamland — that scenario played itself out without one offensive snap elapsing in the 2025 NFL Season as his teammate Brian VanSumeren writhed in pain on the Lincoln Financial Field turf. Hopefully — this season is not over for both.
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The Eagles opened the night on offense with a combination of the legs of Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, and Will Shipley — the latter of whom is well on his way to becoming yet another reliable weapon in the Eagles arsenal. The game would end in much the same way relying on Hurts and Barkley to spearhead the Eagles offense. And Barkley — whether powering off left tackle or making incredible one-handed catches in the open field — is as good as ever.
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And as if another historic moment was needed — with 4:44 left in the third quarter — the first Eagles Game ever was suspended due to lightening. You read correctly — we’ve seen ice games, blinding blizzards, mud-filled Championship Games. We’ve seen games turn into a Bounty Bowl, our team combine during war-time with the Steelers. We’ve even seen snowballs assaulting Santa and Duracell battery packed ice balls attempt to adjust Jimmy Johnson’s hair against these very same Cowboys. But we’ve never seen a 65-minute intermission that ended a game after midnight. All of Philly was moving slowly on Friday morning.
And then there is backup Cowboys running back Miles Sanders — whose outrage at a lack of touches in Super Bowl LVII propelled him in part to separate from a franchise that is now the finest football organization is in the universe — his once prominent role now occupied by his Nittany Lion teammate Saquon Barkley. His third quarter fumble — scooped up by Quinyon Mitchell — brought back memories. The Eagles defense is still a force to be reckoned with — even without Jalen Carter.
But perhaps the Eagles pulling out the a close game to a division rival was the most lasting facet of Thursday night’s home opener. Miles Sanders and the Cowboys are 0–1 —the former once projected to be the franchise running back that Philadelphia could have drafted after not being in a positioned to select one Saquon Barkley.
Against a Dallas Cowboys offense that was buzzing early, the Philadelphia Eagles had no problem responding. Quarterback Jalen Hurts commanded an efficient attack, despite some speculating that his top receiver, A.J. Brown, was far from 100% health during the game.
For all intents and purposes, Hurts played a mistake-free game. Even with a combined 37 passes and rushes, he was efficient and kept the ball out of harm’s way—something you couldn’t say about the Cowboys’ Dak Prescott, who had a great night.
If Hurts continues to play this mistake-free football with clutch plays sprinkled in, the Eagles could compete for the NFC’s top seed.
Eagles Had Struggles; Hurts Was Efficient
Hurts was as efficient as possible on opening night. He completed 19 of his 23 pass attempts (82.6%) for 152 yards, took one sack, and rushed for 62 yards and two touchdowns on 14 attempts. With 0.25 expected points added per play (EPA/play) and a 58% success rate on his dropbacks, Hurts led a strong offensive attack.
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Sure, his average depth of target (aDOT) was a low 4.4, but a high-end success rate and zero notable mistakes, other than that lone sack, make up for it. Hurts has certainly had more dynamic games in the past, but he took care of the football.
Even after the Cowboys’ Micah Parsons trade, they are still objectively a playoff contender in the NFC. With how good their offense is, getting about 10 wins is feasible. Philadelphia was far from perfect, having virtually zero impact from Brown and Jalen Carter, yet their win probability never dipped below 70% in the fourth quarter, per ESPN.
The Eagles are still ironing things out (they had, like, a million penalties), as are the Cowboys. But the victors’ performance against a still-formidable rival shows that if this is the version of Hurts we get full-season, the No. 1 seed is undoubtedly in play.
Of course, the importance of a bye week in the playoffs doesn’t need to be explained. It guarantees home-field advantage, an extra week of rest, and no “trap” matchups in the wildcard. Needing only one win to host the NFC Championship is a game-changer.
The Eagles weren’t at their best in Week 1, but Hurts was about as good as you could’ve hoped. If that’s the version we’re getting, it could be another fun season. Visiting the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 2, anything less could result in a 1–1 record.
The first win of the 2025 NFL season goes to the Philadelphia Eagles, who held off the Dallas Cowboys, 24-20, to notch a victory to start the season.
Philadelphia was ecstatic to see Lincoln Financial Field filled with green lights as they celebrated the team’s Super Bowl LIX victory over the Kansas City Chiefs back in February.
After the banner was raised, it was time to get down to business, and quarterback Jalen Hurts did just that. The Super Bowl MVP scored two touchdowns on the ground to lead his Eagles to the promised land in Week 1.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) scrambles with the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field on Sept. 4, 2025.(Bill Streicher/Imagn Images)
This game had virtually everything happen, but it started with a disgusting act as Eagles star defensive end Jalen Carter got ejected after spitting on Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott just six seconds into the game.
Carter approached the Cowboys’ huddle after a flag was thrown on the opening kickoff, and Prescott approached him. They exchanged some words before Carter was clearly seen spitting on Prescott, and referees nearby caught it right away and threw him out.
So, the Eagles were without one of its best players before a snap was even made, but this NFC East battle was a back-and-forth offensive showcase. It started with the Cowboys going downfield via the run game, led by Javonte Williams, and Prescott finding his trusty top receiver, CeeDee Lamb, on a 32-yard strike to get into the red zone.
The first touchdown of the year was bullied into the end zone by Williams, who wouldn’t be done in this game.
Hurts and the Eagles, already down Carter, had to respond and they did so with ease on their first drive of 2025. The Eagles went 10 plays for 70 yards, where Hurts took it into the end zone himself on third-and-goal from four yards out to tie the game after the extra point.
But Dallas was quick to respond, going nine plays and a long 88 yards where Williams fought through the line of scrimmage for the one-yard score.
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter (98) walks off the field after being disqualified for unsportsmanlike conduct before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, in Philadelphia.(AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
The Eagles, though, continued to use Hurts and star running back Saquon Barkley to solidify the run game, and Hurts ran one in the end zone from eight yards out for the score.
After a Brandon Aubrey 41-yard field goal on the next drive, the reigning Super Bowl champions were hungry for its first lead of 2025. Who other than Barkley, the league’s ninth-ever 2,000-yard rusher last season, making that happen by weaving through the Cowboys’ defense for a 10-yard score with 51 seconds left in the first half, making it 21-17.
The Cowboys would find their way down the field to allow Aubrey to nail a 53-yard field goal just as the half ended, and it was clear these two rivals were going to have to get a stop or two to secure the win.
That’s exactly what happened when Miles Sanders, the former Eagles running back, fumbled in the red zone as the Cowboys were driving and second-year cornerback Quinyon Mitchell scooped up the ball to flip the field.
But a lengthy weather delay came right after, stopping play for almost an hour due to lightning and heavy rain in the area.
Once play resumed, the scoring onslaught slowed drastically as both defenses started to get into the backfield. But the Eagles had the edge thanks to a third-quarter field goal by Jake Elliott that made it 24-20.
Dallas had a chance to go down the field after multiple stops on the Eagles’ offense, but crucial drops by Lamb, who is usually as sure-handed as they come in the NFL, halted drives for the Cowboys.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) looks on prior to the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field on Sept. 4, 2025.(Bill Streicher/Imagn Images)
The Eagles forced a turnover-on-downs after Lamb couldn’t haul a Prescott pass on a diving attempt, and Hurts ran for a first down on third-and-short to ice the game.
Looking at the stat sheet, Hurts went 19-of-23 for 152 yards passing, while rushing for 63 yards on 13 rushes. Barkley also added 60 yards on 18 carries with his touchdown.
Prescott could’ve had more in the passing game, going for 188 yards on 21-of-34 through the air. Lamb finished with 110 yards on seven catches with 13 targets.
The NFL is back at long last, and we are going to be treated to 16 games over four days to start the season.Here are five things to know heading into Week One. (And get to the end of the article for a fantasy tip that could help you win Week One!)Super Bowl champs open the season vs. Cowboys and Friday night footballThe Philadelphia Eagles are set to begin their title defense Thursday night when they host their NFC East rival, the Dallas Cowboys.The Philly faithful will still have plenty to cheer about as they are bringing back pretty much all of the core from their championship team. And some extra good news for the Eagles: the so-called “tush push” was not banned, and they can continue to dominate short-yardage scenarios with Jalen Hurts and their powerful offensive line.Hurts is extra happy for this matchup after the Cowboys shocked the NFL world by trading All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons last week to the Packers for two first-round picks and Kenny Clark. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said part of the reason they made the trade was to stop the run. Let’s see how they do against Saquon Barkley on opening night.The second game of the NFL season will be just one night later, as the league returns to São Paulo, Brazil, for a second straight season. Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs will take on the Los Angeles Chargers.In last year’s Brazil game at Arena Corinthians, the field was very slick and drew much criticism from the Eagles and Packers. The NFL says it is aware of the problem and will make sure it does not happen this time.The Buffalo Bills are Super Bowl favoritesNeither Hurts and the Eagles, nor Mahomes and the Chiefs, are the favorites to win the Super Bowl this season. Oddsmakers have Josh Allen and the Bills as the most likely to hoist the Lombardi Trophy.At some point the Bills’ luck has to change, right?They are one of 12 NFL teams to have never won the Super Bowl, along with the Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Detroit Lions, Houston Texans, Jacksonville Jaguars, Los Angeles Chargers, Minnesota Vikings and Tennessee Titans.They just better hope they don’t run into the Chiefs. Allen is 0-4 against Mahomes in the playoffs. The Bills have a monster opener Sunday night at home against Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens.Aaron Rodgers revenge gameRight out of the gate we get Aaron Rodgers, who is now the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, going up against his former team, the New York Jets. New York fans will likely not be giving Rodgers a warm welcome when he gets under center at MetLife Stadium. In his two seasons in New York the Jets went just 6-12 in games he played – and he spent much of the time injured.Rodgers turns 42 in December. Here is the list of quarterbacks who have started 10 or more games in their age-42 season: Tom Brady.That’s it.Rodgers will need to stay healthy and find the fountain of youth if the Steelers are to realize their Super Bowl dreams.The 49ers are fire and iceHistory has told us one thing about the 49ers: They are either going to be really good or really bad. This is an amazing stat: Over the last 22 years, the Niners have either made at least the NFC Championship Game or not made the playoffs at all. They don’t mess around with any first- or second-round exits.This season they are coming off a very disappointing 6-11 record. But the good news is that finish was good for last place in the NFC West, which means they get to play a last-place schedule this season. Expect a big bounce-back year from Brock Purdy and company, as they officially have the easiest schedule in the NFL.They open at Seattle on Sunday.Bengals yearn for hot startNo team needs to get off to a fast start more than the Cincinnati Bengals. Over the last three seasons they’ve started 0-2, and last season they started 0-3. For this reason, coach Zac Taylor had his starters playing more than usual during the preseason to get them ready for Week One against the Browns.Joe Burrow and company have missed the playoffs the past two seasons. They will look to end the drought behind their high-powered offense.Fantasy tip: Start Jerome FordSpeaking of the Bengals … while their offense is good, their defense is expected to be one of the worst in the NFL. Browns running back Jerome Ford is rostered in about 70% of ESPN leagues. If he’s available, or if you already have him, start him against the Bengals.
The NFL is back at long last, and we are going to be treated to 16 games over four days to start the season.
Here are five things to know heading into Week One. (And get to the end of the article for a fantasy tip that could help you win Week One!)
Super Bowl champs open the season vs. Cowboys and Friday night football
The Philadelphia Eagles are set to begin their title defense Thursday night when they host their NFC East rival, the Dallas Cowboys.
The Philly faithful will still have plenty to cheer about as they are bringing back pretty much all of the core from their championship team. And some extra good news for the Eagles: the so-called “tush push” was not banned, and they can continue to dominate short-yardage scenarios with Jalen Hurts and their powerful offensive line.
Hurts is extra happy for this matchup after the Cowboys shocked the NFL world by trading All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons last week to the Packers for two first-round picks and Kenny Clark. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said part of the reason they made the trade was to stop the run. Let’s see how they do against Saquon Barkley on opening night.
The second game of the NFL season will be just one night later, as the league returns to São Paulo, Brazil, for a second straight season. Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs will take on the Los Angeles Chargers.
In last year’s Brazil game at Arena Corinthians, the field was very slick and drew much criticism from the Eagles and Packers. The NFL says it is aware of the problem and will make sure it does not happen this time.
The Buffalo Bills are Super Bowl favorites
Neither Hurts and the Eagles, nor Mahomes and the Chiefs, are the favorites to win the Super Bowl this season. Oddsmakers have Josh Allen and the Bills as the most likely to hoist the Lombardi Trophy.
At some point the Bills’ luck has to change, right?
They are one of 12 NFL teams to have never won the Super Bowl, along with the Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Detroit Lions, Houston Texans, Jacksonville Jaguars, Los Angeles Chargers, Minnesota Vikings and Tennessee Titans.
They just better hope they don’t run into the Chiefs. Allen is 0-4 against Mahomes in the playoffs. The Bills have a monster opener Sunday night at home against Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens.
Aaron Rodgers revenge game
Right out of the gate we get Aaron Rodgers, who is now the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, going up against his former team, the New York Jets. New York fans will likely not be giving Rodgers a warm welcome when he gets under center at MetLife Stadium. In his two seasons in New York the Jets went just 6-12 in games he played – and he spent much of the time injured.
Rodgers turns 42 in December. Here is the list of quarterbacks who have started 10 or more games in their age-42 season: Tom Brady.
That’s it.
Rodgers will need to stay healthy and find the fountain of youth if the Steelers are to realize their Super Bowl dreams.
The 49ers are fire and ice
History has told us one thing about the 49ers: They are either going to be really good or really bad. This is an amazing stat: Over the last 22 years, the Niners have either made at least the NFC Championship Game or not made the playoffs at all. They don’t mess around with any first- or second-round exits.
This season they are coming off a very disappointing 6-11 record. But the good news is that finish was good for last place in the NFC West, which means they get to play a last-place schedule this season. Expect a big bounce-back year from Brock Purdy and company, as they officially have the easiest schedule in the NFL.
They open at Seattle on Sunday.
Bengals yearn for hot start
No team needs to get off to a fast start more than the Cincinnati Bengals. Over the last three seasons they’ve started 0-2, and last season they started 0-3. For this reason, coach Zac Taylor had his starters playing more than usual during the preseason to get them ready for Week One against the Browns.
Joe Burrow and company have missed the playoffs the past two seasons. They will look to end the drought behind their high-powered offense.
Fantasy tip: Start Jerome Ford
Speaking of the Bengals … while their offense is good, their defense is expected to be one of the worst in the NFL. Browns running back Jerome Ford is rostered in about 70% of ESPN leagues. If he’s available, or if you already have him, start him against the Bengals.
Up to you how much you want to buy into Sirianni’s awareness (or unawareness) of Thursday night’s pregame festivities at Lincoln Financial Field, but it does run consistent with the thought process that the players and the coaches have been trying to adhere to all summer.
For them, last year was last year. It’s a clean slate, everyone’s starting at zero again, and from Jalen Hurts to Jordan Mailata and all throughout the roster, “title defense” and “reigning champs” are terms they’ve gone out of their way to avoid using.
“I think from the outside, I think the city and everybody’s been talking about it, but this building has been locked in,” receiver A.J. Brown said of last season’s Super Bowl run. “We put that to bed long ago. We’re just ready to go. That’s over with.”
It’s back to zero, but with a new reminder up in the rafters now of where the Eagles want to get back to, and how recently they’ve been there.
It can be hard to keep your eyes forward after such an incredible run, such a massive celebration, and such a short offseason.
The 2018 Eagles arguably fell into that trap coming off the 2017 underdog run.
The 2025 Eagles, though, are trying not to make the same mistake.
A few other odds and ends on the Birds ahead of a much-anticipated Week 1…
All that glitters is gold
When the Eagles do finally take the field on Thursday night, Saquon Barkley’s Midnight Green uniform will look a touch different from the rest.
The NFL shield on the collar of the star running back’s jersey will shine in gold rather than the usual silver as part of a new initiative from the league to better recognize its individual award winners, per ESPN’s Alaina Getzenberg.
The 2024 league MVP (Buffalo’s Josh Allen), Offensive Player of the Year (Barkley), Defensive Player of the Year (Denver’s Patrick Sutrain II), Offensive Rookie of the Year (Washington’s Jayden Daniels), and Defensive Rookie of the Year (the L.A. Rams’ Jared Verse) will each have the gold shields on their jerseys for the duration of the upcoming season, which should make for a unique visual that highlights star players, albeit from up close – and maybe sells a few more jerseys, too.
The NFL began putting special “PREM1ERE” patches on the jerseys of rookies playing in their first game a couple of years ago, and has also had active Walter Payton Man of the Year award winners wear patches forming the silhouette of the legendary running back on their chests prior to that.
The gold shields will be another means of spotlighting the faces of the league, and for the Eagles, the near-generational star that produced highlight after highlight on the way to a 2,000-yard season, and above all, a title.
A look away from the field
Staying with Barkley, Amazon announced on Wednesday that it will premiere a feature-length documentary about the Eagles star running back on Oct. 9 through Prime Video, simply titled “Saquon.”
Here’s the teaser trailer:
Using footage that goes back through the past five years, and with Martin Scorsese credited as an executive producer, the documentary is set to give fans a closer look into Barkley’s rehab back from an ACL tear suffered in 2020, the growing rift that sent him on his way out of New York and eventually to Philadelphia, and then, the unbelievable season with the Eagles that quickly followed, all while getting a glimpse into who Barkley is away from football.
Prime Video is also home to “Kelce,” the documentary that focused on the Eagles’ beloved former center that was released in 2023 and became a must-watch for Eagles fans.
“Saquon” should easily fit into that category, too, and right alongside the Eagles’ divisional matchup against the Giants that night, which also happens to be on Prime.
Brace yourself
If you’re heading to the game Thursday night, you’re likely aware of the SEPTA situation already, but just in case: Give yourself a plan and plenty of time.
It’s gotten to a point where on Tuesday, Lincoln Financial Field’s social media accounts issued a travel advisory stating that parking lots will open earlier and asking to keep tailgates contained so that as many parking spots as possible can be available.
The transit situation is fluid, but frustration getting to the game and leaving it on Thursday night seems inevitable right now.
It’s not a good look considering the MLB All-Star Game and the FIFA World Cup are both on their way here next summer.
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After a strong season last year, the Philadelphia Eagles remain among the top contenders in 2025.
As the new season is before us, sportsbooks are already showing the first odds that would let fans place their bets.
While you’re analyzing and placing bets, fans can also have more fun playing casino games with a sports theme. You can even find NFL-themed games among the best-paying pokies that are available at https://onlinepokiesmates.com/best-paying-pokies/, which are a popular way of spinning the reels if you’re a football fan.
Some of these games feature the Super Bowl theme because it’s the biggest sports event in the US.
If you’re considering betting on the Philadelphia Eagles, here are the odds that are currently available.
Keep in mind that the odds are subject to change, the same way past Super Bowl point spreads changed over time, especially when the competition progresses and teams’ performances become obvious.
First Games in September
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The first week of the league is placing the Eagles as favorites in both of their matches. The first one is against the Dallas Cowboys, and the second one is against the Kansas City Chiefs. The spread odds are -120 and -122, respectively. For the moneyline, the Eagles are stronger favorites with odds being -310 and -110 for the first and the second game.
Overs and unders are a bit different. The odds against the Dallas Cowboys for under 46.5 are -115, whereas the game with the Kansas City Chiefs offers -105 for over 46.5.
This is the first sign that the whole team is still perceived as being strong and ready to go far in the competition. This is somewhat normal due to the success of the team last time.
Super Bowl Odds
This year, the Eagles are considered the favorites. Here’s how the odds compare to the past Super Bowl scores and spreads.
Eagles currently share +750 odds to win the Super Bowl, placing them among the top 4 contenders alongside the Chiefs and 49ers. There are a couple of other teams with the same odds, but the majority of the others have lower odds of winning.
Playoffs Odds
When it comes to the playoffs, the odds are again saying that the Philadelphia Eagles will reach them. Odds of them making it to the playoffs are -350. On the contrary, the odds of them not reaching the playoffs are +265. That’s not so surprising, given how well the team played last season.
Win Totals Odds
Win Toals is the type of bet that you place on how many games the team will win over the regular season. Players can bet on to win 6, 8, or 10. If you want to bet on six, that’s impossible because there are no odds for this number of games. However, to win 8, the odds are -800, and to win 10, the odds are -250.
These odds imply that the team will most likely achieve more than 10 wins in the regular season.
Futures Specials
In the futures section, there’s just one unique bet that includes the Eagles, but it’s not exclusive to them. The bet means that the Eagles, Ravens, and Chiefs need to make it to the playoffs.
Eagles, Chiefs, and Ravens each have a chance to make it to the playoffs. As these teams are likely to achieve that, the odds are -110.
Division Winners
Placing a bet on the NFC East Winners and the NFC Championship winner this early relies on a lot of luck. Still, that is reflected in somewhat appealing odds. The Eagles are considered favorites to win the NFC East with odds of -130. They are also the favorites to win the NFC Championship, with the odds being +370.
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Awards
These are not the best for the whole team, but for the individuals on the team. The highlights include Saquon Barkley, who you can bet on as the AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year with the odds of +600. He is the favorite with these odds that place him at the top.
Lane Johnson is considered among the best protectors in the league, which is reflected in the odds of +650, which are putting him as a favorite NFL protector of the year 2025/2026.
Even though not a favorite, Vic Fangio is the fourth candidate to be the AP NFL Assistant Coach of the Year, with the odds of +1000. So, plenty of nominations from the Eagles team.
Team Specials
This is where things get fun, as there are team specials odds that also show the strength of the Philadelphia Eagles. Here’s a list featuring the top specials:
Eagles to score at least one touchdown in every regular season game, with the odds of -160.
Eagles to beat the Dallas Cowboys at home and away in the regular season, with the odds of -125.
Eagles to beat the Washington Commanders at home and away in the regular season, with the odds of +110.
Saquon Barkley is expected to get 500+ regular-season receiving yards, with the odds of +160.
Saquon Barkley & Jalen Hurts to combine 2500+ rushing yards in the regular season, with the odds of +250.
Jalen Carter is expected to achieve 10+ sacks in the regular season, with the odds of +300.
First Odds Are Promising
According to the first and betting lines that have appeared, the Philadelphia Eagles are still considered a team that could repeat the success they had last year.
While being different from the past Super Bowl spreads, they still show who is considered to be the favorite.
On Thursday night, under the bright lights and roaring sound of Lincoln Financial Field, the Philadelphia Eagles will raise their second-ever Super Bowl banner.
Then they’ll immediately begin the chase after another.
Do they have what it takes to repeat as champions? Will Saquon Barkley remain as the rushing champ, too? And will Jalen Hurts be in the NFL MVP picture?
Here are the PV staff’s predictions for the Eagles’ 2025 title defense…
Will the Eagles make it back to the playoffs?
Nick Tricome (staff writer): Yes. Their roster is more than good enough to make it back.
Geoff Mosher (deputy editor): Yes. Too much blue-chip talent not to be in the postseason.
Evan Macy (managing editor): Yes. There aren’t seven teams in the NFC better then they are even on a bad day.
Will they finally make for a repeat NFC East champion?
Tricome: Yes. This one’s tricky, because it’s somehow been avoided since the prime Donovan McNabb-Andy Reid days, but I think the streak of no repeat division champions finally breaks here. The Eagles, even if their defense took a hit, are still a really good team. Everyone else in the NFC East? The Giants are better but they’re still the Giants, the Cowboys have been coasting off mediocrity for a good while now (and really just traded Micah Parsons), and the Commanders I think are in for a rude awakening – all that talk about how much cap space they’ll have coming off patchwork, short-term deals for old guys and they used it all on…more patchwork, short-term deals for old guys..sure…
Mosher: You can look at this two ways. One, history says they won’t, and the sample size isn’t small. Nobody has repeated in the past 20 seasons. Two, the law of averages declares that eventually this streak has to end. The Eagles will have a chance to win the division entering Week 18 – but won’t. The streak stays alive.
Macy: I am not going to buck history. The football gods will not allow a repeat. They’ll go 11-6 and make a deep run as a Wild Card.
Will an Eagle be in the conversation for MVP, OPOY, DPOY, or any other awards?
Tricome: Jalen Hurts will be in the running for MVP with a more balanced offense this time around between the run and the pass. I really want to see Jalen Carter in the Defensive Player of the Year picture, but I think the reality is he just won’t have the numbers for it. He’ll be a game wrecker each and every week, don’t get me wrong. But he’ll be a game wrecker in the sense that two O-linemen have to hold him all the time, which is going to end up spreading the glory (i.e., sacks) elsewhere, much like it did last year.
Mosher: I like what I heard from A.J. Brown about not being satisfied by a Super Bowl win. I think he has a monster season – more than 1,400 receiving yards and double-digit TD catches. He’ll be in the mix for Offensive Player of the Year but won’t win it. Agree with Nick that Jalen Carter will be among the top defensive players in the game but won’t have the stats to win an award.
Macy: It’s really really hard to win those awards. Saquon Barkley had basically the best season a running back has ever had and it wasn’t enough. Zack Baun was as good as a linebacker can be in modern football and it wasn’t enough. Quinyon Mitchell was better than Jared Verse but it didn’t matter. The usual suspects will win all the awards again, Lamar Jackson, Myles Garrett and so forth.
Will Saquon Barkley repeat as rushing champ?
Tricome: No, because I think the Eagles are going to stay hyper aware of his usage, on top of being comfortable enough to give the ball to Will Shipley a good bit to balance things out. I still expect Barkley to have a great season and to remain as the focal point for a dominant rushing attack, it just won’t be to the extent of a high-carry, 2,000-yard season again. If the Eagles want to get him through the whole season and then some, it can’t be.
Mosher: Nope. I’d put my money on Ashton Jeanty.
Macy: I think he’s going to produce a solid 1,400 yards and be in the mix but I don’t think he’ll be close to 2,000 again.
Tricome: Jahan Dotson. Earlier in camp, he talked about the benefit of getting a full offseason with the Eagles to better learn the playbook and develop a stronger chemistry with Jalen Hurts, and you could see that during practices. Hurts was going to him a lot more, and overall, Dotson’s awareness and route running just looked a lot sharper. He wants to be a bigger part of the offense this season, and if he can be, that’ll spread opposing defenses that much thinner after already needing to worry about A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Dallas Goedert, and of course, Saquon Barkley.
Mosher: Will Shipley brings more to the table than Kenneth Gainwell in terms of explosion, and I suspect he’ll be used more in the pass game and give Barkley some rest as a ball-carrier. I could also see a double-digit TD season from DeVonta Smith. On defense, it wouldn’t surprise me if Moro Ojomo has more sacks than Milton Williams did last season.
Macy: I really liked what I saw from Jihaad Campbell in training camp. He’s my pick on defense. On offense, Hurts, Brown and Smith and Barkley will be studs as they always are — so I am not sure if that is a true breakout.
Which former Eagle from 2024 will be missed the most?
Tricome: Darius Slay. The starting cornerback spot opposite Quinyon Mitchell is the obvious weak point in the Eagles’ defense right now. They seem prepared to live with Adoree’ Jackson out of the gate while finding other ways to compensate for his shortcomings on that side of the field, but if the scenario were ideal, maybe the Eagles could’ve found a way to keep Slay or even Isaiah Rodgers for one more.
Mosher: Say what you want about C.J. Gardner-Johnson, but he was an Eagle in 2022 and 2024. Guess what those seasons have in common? Vic Fangio’s heavy reliance on zone means he needs playmakers on the back end to create turnovers. Do the Eagles currently have one like CJGJ was?
Macy: I’m worried about the pass rush. Brandon Graham, Milton Williams, Josh Sweat — that’s 16.5 sacks right there gone to free agency. I am not particularly confident in anyone besides Nolan Smith on the edge right now.
By Week 10, after the bye, the Eagles’ CB2 will be…
Tricome: Barring any trades, I will say Jakorian Bennett on the presumption that he just needs time to settle in. Kelee Ringo went backwards in the camp battle for the starting job, and Bennett got to the team midway through, so he was instantly starting from behind, which left Jackson as the winner without ever convincingly taking the job. I don’t think the Eagles are going to fall into a Cooper DeJean situation like they did last year, but I’m going to give Bennett time and the benefit of the doubt that he can be the most serviceable option by early November.
Mosher: Last year, Vic Fangio pulled the plug on Avonte Maddox after four games because Cooper DeJean was ready for the job – and boy was he ever. This year, the assumption is that Adoree’ Jackson is similarly place-holding a few weeks for Jakorian Bennett, which makes a lot of sense. Except that Bennett isn’t Cooper DeJean. Wouldn’t shock me if the guy everyone thinks won’t be the starting CB come Week 10 is actually the guy who is.
Macy: I know Cooper DeJean is not an answer to this question but he’s the second best cornerback on the roster, and I don’t really think there’s another serviceable guy right now. I think in general, the defense is going to drop off from last year. There is a lack of depth and experience. The team will still be successful but I believe it’ll be an offense that overcomes a defense with holes.
Tricome: I’m looking at “what” here and saying health. At full strength, I don’t think there’s any team in the NFC that the Eagles can’t keep up with, and that includes the Packers with Parsons now. But they have to be healthy, or as close as they can be to it.
Mosher: Total homer answer by Tricome there. (Just kidding, Nick.) But I do think the Eagles have some formidable competition in the NFC, starting with the Lions and Packers, followed by the Rams, Commanders and Bucs. If I squint hard enough, I could see the 49ers having a bounce-back season.
Macy: Probably the Packers if they can stay healthy, with a shout out to the Rams… if they can stay healthy. Really, whichever of last year’s NFC playoff teams is able to have its core close to 100% healthy come January is going to be the biggest threat to the Eagles.
Will the Eagles make it back to the Super Bowl?
Tricome: Yes, and they’ll win a nail-biter against the Lions to do it.
Mosher: No. I like their young core on defense but losing Milton Williams, Josh Sweat, Brandon Graham, CJGJ and Darius Slay is a lot. Wouldn’t shock me if they were back in the Super Bowl in 2027.
Macy: No. This team is built for the long haul, and I think they’ll have an easier schedule, a better roster and more experience next season.
In their past three seasons, the Philadelphia Eagles have accumulated a 39–12 regular-season record and appeared in two Super Bowls. After narrowly falling by their hands in 2022, the Birds humiliated Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs en route to their second Lombardi Trophy win last winter.
These accomplishments alone have the Eagles on the brink of a dynasty—another title would surely put them there. Given the team’s assortment of game-breaking talent, they might be in luck.
Eagles’ Returning Game-Breakers
General manager Howie Roseman has done such an excellent job adding talent to the Eagles that it’s hard to put into words. He built what many called a “superteam” in 2022, but only improved the roster over the next couple of seasons.
But let’s stick with the players who oversaw both Super Bowls. Starting with Jalen Hurts, he’s one of the premier dual-threat quarterbacks in the NFL—immense rushing upside and one of the most efficient passers in the sport. He’s not necessarily the most gifted, but he gets high-end results. When the Eagles have needed him to perform the most, that’s often when he has shone the brightest.
Then, you have the offensive line. Landon Dickerson deserves a shootout here, but tackles Jordan Mailata and Lane Johnson are definitely in that “game-breaking” tier. Recognized as two of the best exterior linemen in the sport, they make the offense’s life easier by consistently and emphatically winning their assignments.
Next, wide receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith have been one of the league’s top one-two punches for a few years now. Coming up clutch in late-down situations and with huge contested-catch upside, they’ve flipped games on their head. Both have fourth-down snags to their name in the NFC Championship, leading to a momentum-altering touchdown a short while later.
Eagles’ “New” Game-Breakers
Over the past couple of seasons, the Eagles have added three game-breaking talents: Saquon Barkley, Zack Baun, and Jalen Carter. Their two recently drafted cornerbacks may get there (if they haven’t arrived already), but those are the big three who the Birds would’ve had no chance in 2024 without.
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Barkley’s impact is self-explanatory. Setting the NFL record for rushing yards in a single season (2,504), he rushed about 1,000 yards over what would have been considered a huge win for the Birds. Winning games early in the season virtually by himself, and taking long-distance runs to the house in the playoffs, the MVP love he got was deserved.
Baun was a Defensive Player of the Year candidate last season. He was the nucleus of that core, preventing big rushes and forcing turnovers at the most pivotal moments. For a team that often struggled in both of those areas before his arrival, he changed the game for the Birds.
Finally, we have Carter. Already one of the most feared defensive linemen in the league, the 24-year-old should have about a decade of game-breaking football. His most influential play came on a third-down sack of Matthew Stafford in the NFC Divisional Round in January. With the Los Angeles Rams on the verge of a last-second go-ahead touchdown, the youngster saved the day and the Eagles’ season.
The Eagles have something special here. With eight game-breaking talents on the roster (if not more), their excellence can be felt every week. It’s why Philadelphia’s hopes of yet another Super Bowl title are quite realistic.
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Alongside getting behind the Sixers and taking in the odd Union game, sports lovers in Philadelphia are firmly behind the Eagles.
The NFL team has risen to prominence more recently, particularly after winning the Super Bowl in 2018 and, most notably of all, last season, on a memorable occasion where the team got its revenge over the Chiefs. For many Eagles fans, it’s a day they’ll never forget.
The Eagles community deserved their special day out, with the team putting on an unforgettable performance against their nemesis. After winning their second Super Bowl, fans took to the streets of Philadelphia in celebration, and the nation was reminded of the team’s amazing support. A strong argument suggests that the Eagles have the best supporters behind them right now.
While many teams make this claim, Eagles fans edge out the competition for many people, especially as they haven’t always witnessed massive wins and been filled with potential picks when betting on NFL player props. There have been some well-documented tough times, making the victories even sweeter.
With that in mind, below are some key reasons why the Philadelphia Eagles have the best fans in the NFL.
Their Unwavering Loyalty
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As we’ve already touched on, the Eagles haven’t always been in the running for the sport’s biggest prizes. Additionally, the team has experienced some notably challenging moments where many fans could’ve turned their back on the franchise or followed another team in another sport. However, despite these periods that essentially tested their loyalty, the Eagles fans still showcased their passion for the cause and were always there in their numbers backing the team.
As such, fans were rewarded for their loyalty when the team managed to get their hands on the Super Bowl prize last season for the first time since 2018.
A Passionate Fanbase
Alongside their unwavering loyalty, Eagles fans are also known for their distinct passion. Sure, plenty of fans chant throughout games and pump their players up, but Eagles home games are arguably far more intimidating than their rivals.
The cauldron of noise fans create makes for a testing encounter for other teams to navigate, with the fans’ energy and enthusiasm for their troops shining through regularly.
Known as one of the toughest places to go to, and not just because of the formidable team on the field, no opponent will enjoy coming to the Lincoln Financial Field this season.
Positive Impact
Because of their undeniable passion, Eagles fans have also been responsible for a number of positive instances associated with the team. This doesn’t revolve around the action on the field, either, with the team’s fans being involved in community work and a number of charitable efforts.
Blue-Collar Mentality Is Evident
While there are large populations of wealthy individuals, Philadelphia is primarily known as a blue-collar city. Therefore, the city’s significant middle-class population relates to the hardworking professionals representing their home, with many beloved stars giving their all on the field in the same way fans do in their day jobs.
Their Knowledge
Given the various ups and downs Philadelphia Eagles fans have experienced over the years, they’ve been forced to focus on the competition as a whole and not just look at the biggest and best teams at all times.
As a result, they generally have a deeper understanding of the game, as they know what can happen at either end of the scale.
