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The Philadelphia Eagles have unveiled their challenging schedule for the upcoming NFL season. With opponents boasting a combined winning percentage of .561, the Eagles will engage in high-stakes matchups, including prime-time games against rivals like the Dallas Cowboys and a rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs. As they tackle this competitive slate, the Eagles will also adapt to a new offensive strategy and aim for success in the NFC East as defending champions.
Philadelphia, PA – The Philadelphia Eagles have revealed their challenging schedule for the 2025 NFL season, featuring the league’s fourth-toughest slate based on opponents’ combined winning percentage of .561. This rigorous schedule underscores the competitive landscape the Eagles will navigate, with ten of their opponents having made the playoffs in the previous year.
Highlighting their high-profile matchups, the Eagles will play five games under the spotlight of prime-time television. The season will kick off with a high-stakes home game against the Dallas Cowboys on September 4 at 8:20 p.m. ET, broadcasted on NBC. This matchup is not just a typical season opener; it sets the tone for the Eagles in their pursuit of repeating as champions.
Other notable games on the Eagles’ schedule include a rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs on September 14 at 4:25 p.m. ET, which will take place on the road. This game is particularly significant as it is a repeat of the highly publicized Super Bowl LIX. Following that, the Eagles will host the Los Angeles Rams on September 21 at 1:00 p.m. ET on FOX, and then face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on September 28, also at 1:00 p.m. ET.
The schedule continues with a home game against the Denver Broncos on October 5 at 1:00 p.m. ET, and a Thursday Night Football appearance against their division rivals, the New York Giants, on October 9 at 8:15 p.m. ET. Following this rivalry game, the Eagles will play the Minnesota Vikings on October 19 at 1:00 p.m. ET before a return home to face the Giants once more on October 26.
The Eagles will enjoy a bye week in Week 9 before gearing up for the later part of the season. Noteworthy games following the bye include a Monday Night Football clash against the Green Bay Packers on November 10 at 8:15 p.m. ET, and a prime-time game against the Detroit Lions on November 16 at 8:20 p.m. ET. The Eagles will then have a second faceoff with the Cowboys on November 23 at 4:25 p.m. ET.
The schedule will also feature a special Black Friday game against the Chicago Bears on November 28 at 3:00 p.m. ET. As the season progresses, the Eagles will travel to the Los Angeles Chargers on December 8 at 8:15 p.m. ET, and then meet the Las Vegas Raiders on December 14 at 1:00 p.m. ET. An important matchup against the Washington Commanders is scheduled for December 20, although the game time will be finalized later.
In Week 17, the Eagles will face the Buffalo Bills on December 28 at 4:25 p.m. ET. Their final game against the Commanders will also be scheduled at a later date.
This season, the Eagles’ schedule emphasizes their competitive resilience, featuring a lineup filled with exhilarating rematches from last season and formidable teams, including those from the NFC North, AFC West, and other first-place teams from various divisions. As they tackle this intense schedule, the Eagles will also be adjusting to a new offensive strategy under offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo.
During the previous season, the Eagles’ defense excelled, ranking second in defensive EPA per play, trailing only the Denver Broncos. The combination of a demanding schedule and a new offensive approach highlights the crucial nature of the Eagles’ performance this season, particularly as they aim for stability and success in the NFC East. The road ahead is challenging, with the stakes high as the defending Super Bowl champions strive for a successful title defense.
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