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Philadelphia Eagles Release Challenging NFL Schedule

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The Philadelphia Eagles have unveiled their 2025 NFL schedule, facing 10 playoff teams from the previous year in a demanding season. The Eagles kick off the season at home against the Dallas Cowboys, followed by a game against the Kansas City Chiefs. With the pressure to defend their Super Bowl title, the Eagles’ strength of schedule ranks as the fourth hardest in the league. Fans can look forward to several prime-time matchups, as well as the unveiling of the championship banner during the opener.

Philadelphia, PA – The Philadelphia Eagles have officially released their 2025 NFL schedule, marking a critical year as they aim to defend their Super Bowl title. The Eagles will face a challenging season ahead, as they are scheduled to meet 10 opponents that made the playoffs in the previous year.

The Eagles will launch their regular season on September 4, 2025, hosting the Dallas Cowboys in the highly anticipated NFL Kickoff Game at Lincoln Financial Field with kickoff set for 8:20 PM (EST).

Following the opener, the Eagles will hit the road in Week 2, competing against the Kansas City Chiefs on September 14 at 4:25 PM (EST). This matchup is one of several key games in a demanding schedule that includes a blend of nationally televised and prime-time contests.

The complete regular-season schedule for the Eagles is as follows:

Week 1: Eagles vs. Cowboys, Thursday, Sept. 4, 8:20 PM
Week 2: Eagles at Chiefs, Sunday, Sept. 14, 4:25 PM
Week 3: Eagles vs. Rams, Sunday, Sept. 21, 1:00 PM
Week 4: Eagles at Buccaneers, Sunday, Sept. 28, 1:00 PM
Week 5: Eagles vs. Broncos, Sunday, Oct. 5, 1:00 PM
Week 6: Eagles at Giants, Thursday, Oct. 9, 8:15 PM
Week 7: Eagles at Vikings, Sunday, Oct. 19, 1:00 PM
Week 8: Eagles vs. Giants, Sunday, Oct. 26, 1:00 PM
Week 9: BYE
Week 10: Eagles at Packers, Monday, Nov. 10, 8:15 PM
Week 11: Eagles vs. Lions, Sunday, Nov. 16, 8:20 PM
Week 12: Eagles at Cowboys, Sunday, Nov. 23, 4:25 PM
Week 13: Eagles vs. Bears, Friday, Nov. 28, 3:00 PM
Week 14: Eagles at Chargers, Monday, Dec. 8, 8:15 PM
Week 15: Eagles vs. Raiders, Sunday, Dec. 14, 1:00 PM
Week 16: Eagles at Commanders, Saturday, Dec. 20, time TBD
Week 17: Eagles at Bills, Sunday, Dec. 28, 4:25 PM
Week 18: Eagles vs. Commanders, date and time TBD

This year marks the fourth consecutive season that the Eagles have five scheduled games in prime-time slots, underscoring the team’s prominence and drawing power in the league.

The Eagles’ path to defending their championship title will not be easy, as their strength of schedule reflects a 0.561 rating, making it the fourth hardest in the NFL.

In a notable highlight, the Eagles will have the chance to raise their championship banner during the season opener against the Cowboys. This meeting creates a memorable NFL moment for fans, as it will mark the second time in franchise history that the Eagles have hosted the Cowboys in a Week 1 matchup, the first occurring in 1970.

The Eagles will also have a bye week in Week 9, splitting the season into two distinct portions. This will allow the team time to regroup before continuing with the latter half of their schedule.

Further complicating the season is the transition to a new offensive coordinator, Kevin Patullo, who will be taking over following the departure of Kellen Moore. This change may affect team dynamics and strategies as the Eagles seek to maintain their competitive edge.

In total, both contests against the Washington Commanders are scheduled for the final three weeks of the season, potentially pivotal matchups as the Eagles aim for playoff positioning.

As the 2025 season approaches, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how the Eagles will navigate this challenging schedule and whether they can repeat their success from the previous year.