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Philadelphia Eagles

The Philadelphia Eagles are a professional American football team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. As a member of the National Football Conference (NFC) East division, they compete in the National Football League (NFL). Their home games are played at Lincoln Financial Field, located in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.

1909: Frankford Athletic Association Disbands

Prior to the 1909 football season, the original Frankford Athletic Association apparently disbanded. Several of the original players from the 1899 football team kept the team together, and they became known as Loyola Athletic Club.

1912: Frankford Athletic Association Reformed

In 1912, the Loyola Athletic Club, in keeping with Yellow Jackets tradition, carried the "Frankford" name again, to become the Frankford Athletic Association.

1922: Frankford Absorbs Union Quakers

In 1922, the Frankford Athletic Association's Yellow Jackets absorbed the Philadelphia City Champion team, the Union Quakers of Philadelphia, and captured the unofficial championship of Philadelphia.

1923: Yellow Jackets Season Record

During the 1923 season, the Yellow Jackets compiled a 6–2–1 record against teams from the National Football League.

1924: Frankford Granted NFL Franchise

In 1924, the Frankford Athletic Association was granted an NFL franchise, thus becoming the Frankford Yellow Jackets.

1926: NFL Championship Win

In 1926, the Frankford Yellow Jackets won the NFL championship.

1927: NFL Change

Between 1927, when the NFL changed from a sprawling Midwestern-based association to a narrower, major-market league, and 1934, three teams, the Chicago Bears, New York Giants, and Green Bay Packers, won all but one title.

1928: Providence Steam Roller Win

Between 1927, when the NFL changed from a sprawling Midwestern-based association to a narrower, major-market league, and 1934, three teams, the Chicago Bears, New York Giants, and Green Bay Packers, won all but one title with the exception of the Providence Steam Roller, which won in 1928.

1931: Yellow Jackets' Assets Awarded

Following the ceasing of operations of the Yellow Jackets midway through the 1931 season, the National Football League granted an expansion franchise to an ownership group headed by Bert Bell and Lud Wray, who were also awarded the liquidated assets of the defunct Yellow Jackets organization.

1931: Frankford Yellow Jackets Franchise Suspended

In 1931, the Frankford Yellow Jackets franchise, whose colors were used by the Philadelphia Eagles in their inaugural season, suspended operations.

1931: Yellow Jackets Bankrupt

Midway through the 1931 season, the Frankford Yellow Jackets went bankrupt and were forced to cease operations.

October 15, 1933: First Game

On October 15, 1933, the Eagles played their first game against the New York Giants at the Polo Grounds in New York City, losing 56–0.

1933: Eagles and Steelers Begin Play

In 1933, both the Philadelphia Eagles and the Pittsburgh Steelers began playing, marking the start of a significant rivalry due to their location in Pennsylvania and shared division.

1933: Eagles Join NFL Eastern Division

In 1933, the Philadelphia Eagles became part of the NFL Eastern Division.

1933: Franchise Established

In 1933, the Philadelphia Eagles franchise was established as a replacement for the bankrupt Frankford Yellow Jackets. A group led by Bert Bell secured the rights to an NFL franchise in Philadelphia.

1933: Eagles' Colors: Light Blue and Yellow

In 1933, the Philadelphia Eagles' team colors were light blue and yellow.

1933: Eagles and Giants Play in the Same Division

In 1933, with the founding of the Philadelphia Eagles, their rivalry with the New York Giants began, as both teams have played in the same division in the NFL every year since.

1933: Eagles Join NFL

In the 1933 NFL season, the Philadelphia Eagles were one of three teams, along with the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Cincinnati Reds, to join the NFL as expansion teams. Wray became the Eagles' first head coach and the team played at the Baker Bowl.

1933: Start of Giants Rivalry

The Eagles' rivalry with the New York Giants began in 1933, establishing the oldest rivalry in the NFC East division and one of the most notable in the NFL.

October 21, 1934: First Eagles-Redskins Game

On October 21, 1934, the Philadelphia Eagles played their first game against the Washington Redskins (then the Boston Redskins), with the Redskins winning 6–0 at Fenway Park.

1934: Teams Dominate NFL

Between 1927, when the NFL changed from a sprawling Midwestern-based association to a narrower, major-market league, and 1934, three teams, the Chicago Bears, New York Giants, and Green Bay Packers, won all but one title.

1934: Eagles' Colors: Light Blue and Yellow

In 1934, the Philadelphia Eagles' team colors remained light blue and yellow.

1934: Best Finish in Early Seasons

In 1934, the second season for the Eagles, they tied for third in the East, which was their best finish in their first decade.

1935: College Draft Proposed

In 1935, Bert Bell proposed an annual college draft to equalize talent across the league.

1935: Eagles Add Green to Uniforms

In 1935, the Philadelphia Eagles added green to their uniforms, establishing kelly green, silver, and white as their colors for several decades.

1935: Training Camp Held at Chestnut Hill Academy

In 1935, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Chestnut Hill Academy.

1936: Eagles Sold at Auction

By 1936, the Eagles suffered significant financial losses and were sold through a public auction. Bert Bell was the only bidder and became the sole owner of the team. Wray left the team and Bell became the head coach.

1936: Move to Municipal Stadium

From 1936, the Eagles played at Municipal Stadium in South Philadelphia.

1937: Eagles Season Record

The Eagles finished the 1937 season 2–8–1.

1939: End of Municipal Stadium Use

In 1939, the Eagles continued to play at Municipal Stadium.

1939: Training Camp Held at Saint Joseph's University

In 1939, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Saint Joseph's University.

December 1940: Ownership Exchange: Pennsylvania Polka

In December 1940, Bell intervened to stop the sale of Art Rooney's Steelers to Alexis Thompson, and Rooney then acquired half of Bell's interest in the Eagles. In a series of events known as the Pennsylvania Polka, Rooney and Bell exchanged their entire Eagles roster and their territorial rights in Philadelphia to Thompson for his entire Steelers roster and his rights in Pittsburgh.

1940: Lease for Shibe Park Signed

In 1940, Bell signed a lease for Shibe Park after balking at a rent increase from the City of Philadelphia for Municipal Stadium.

1941: Eagles Season Record

During the first years under Neale, the Eagles' struggles continued, and they finished the 1941 season with a 2–8–1 record.

1941: Home Opener at Municipal Stadium

In the 1941 season, the Eagles played their home opener at Municipal Stadium and then moved to Shibe Park.

1942: Eagles Season Record

In the 1942 season, there was no improvement as the team finished the season 2–9.

1943: Team Merger: Steagles

In 1943, due to player shortages stemming from World War II, the Eagles merged with the Steelers to form the "Phil-Pitt Combine", known as the Steagles. The team finished the 1943 season with a 5–4–1 record, and the merger was dissolved at the season's end.

1943: Training Camp Held at Saint Joseph's University

In 1943, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Saint Joseph's University.

1944: First Winning Season

In 1944, the Eagles, led by head coach Greasy Neale and running back Steve Van Buren, had their first winning season in team history.

1945: Second Place Finish

In 1945, the Eagles had a second-place finish.

1946: Training Camp Held at Saranac Lake

From 1946, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Saranac Lake.

1946: Second Place Finish

In 1946, the Eagles had a second-place finish.

1947: NFL Championship Game Appearance

In 1947, the Philadelphia Eagles reached the NFL Championship game for the first time, but lost to the Chicago Cardinals 28–21.

1948: Team Logo - Eagle in Flight

From 1948 to 1995, the Philadelphia Eagles team logo was an eagle in flight carrying a football in its claws.

1948: Eagles Offense Scores 51 Touchdowns

In 1948, the Philadelphia Eagles offense scored 51 touchdowns, marking the most in franchise history.

1948: NFL Championship Victory

In 1948, the Philadelphia Eagles won one of their pre-merger NFL Championship Games.

1948: Training Camp Held at Saranac Lake

Through 1948, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Saranac Lake.

1949: NFL Championship Victory

In 1949, the Eagles won their second consecutive NFL Championship game by a score of 14-0. Running back Steve Van Buren rushed for 196 yards. Chuck Bednarik was selected as the first overall pick in the 1949 NFL draft.

1949: Eagles End Membership of NFL Eastern Division

In 1949, the Philadelphia Eagles ended their membership of the NFL Eastern Division.

1949: Sale to the Happy Hundred

Prior to the start of the 1949 season, the Eagles were sold by Thompson to a syndicate of 100 buyers, known as the "Happy Hundred", each of whom paid $3,000 for a share of the team.

1949: First division title since 1949

The 1960 Eagles season was notable as they secured their first division title since 1949, marking a significant achievement for the team.

1949: Best in franchise history since 1949 Eagles team

The Eagles finished the 2021 season with the #1 rushing offense in the NFL, marking the best rushing offense in the franchise history since the 1949 Eagles team.

1950: Greasy Neale Retires

Following the 1950 season, Greasy Neale retired as the Eagles' head coach.

1950: Season Opener Loss to Browns

In 1950, the Eagles opened the season against the AAFC champion Cleveland Browns, losing 35–10. The Eagles finished the 1950 season 6–6.

1950: Eagles Join the National Conference

In 1950, the Philadelphia Eagles became part of the National Conference.

1951: Training Camp Held at Hershey

From 1951, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Hershey.

1951: McMillin Forced to Retire

Two games into the 1951 season, Bo McMillin was forced to retire following a diagnosis of terminal stomach cancer. Wayne Millner finished out the season before being replaced by Jim Trimble.

1953: Eagles Join the Eastern Conference

In 1953, the Philadelphia Eagles became part of the Eastern Conference.

1954: Shibe Park Renamed

In 1954, Shibe Park was renamed Connie Mack Stadium.

1954: Eagles Add Logo to Helmets

In 1954, the Philadelphia Eagles, along with the Baltimore Colts, became the second team in the NFL to put a logo on their helmets, featuring silver wings on a kelly green helmet.

1957: Move to Franklin Field

After the 1957 season, the Eagles moved from Connie Mack Stadium to Franklin Field at the University of Pennsylvania.

1958: Hiring of Head Coach and QB Acquisition

In 1958, the Eagles took steps to improve by hiring Buck Shaw as head coach and acquiring quarterback Norm Van Brocklin in a trade with the Los Angeles Rams.

1959: Bert Bell Attends Eagles Game and Dies

During the 1959 season, former Eagles owner and co-founder Bert Bell, who had become NFL commissioner, attended the Eagles game on October 11 at Franklin Field against the Pittsburgh Steelers. During the fourth quarter, Bell suffered a heart attack and died later that day.

September 30, 1960: Eagles Win First Game Against Cowboys

On September 30, 1960, the Philadelphia Eagles won the first game in their rivalry with the Dallas Cowboys, 27–25.

November 20, 1960: Bednarik's Tackle on Frank Gifford

On November 20, 1960, Chuck Bednarik delivered "The Hit" on Frank Gifford during a game at Yankee Stadium. The clothesline tackle left Gifford unconscious and hospitalized for ten days with a concussion, leading to his retirement for 18 months. The NFL later ranked the play as the 44th greatest in league history.

December 26, 1960: Eagles Win 1960 NFL Championship

On December 26, 1960, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated Vince Lombardi's Green Bay Packers in the NFL Championship Game, marking Lombardi's only championship game loss. Chuck Bednarik played both offense and defense, ending the game by tackling Jim Taylor to secure the victory for the Eagles.

1960: Khayat on 1960 NFL championship team

Ed Khayat, who replaced coach Jerry Williams in 1971, had been a defensive lineman on the Eagles' 1960 NFL championship team.

1960: Van Brocklin's Retirement and Departure

In 1960, Norm Van Brocklin was expected to succeed Buck Shaw as head coach upon retirement, but the position was given to Nick Skorich. This led to Van Brocklin's departure and him becoming the head coach for the Minnesota Vikings.

1960: Championship Victory

In 1960, the Eagles won their first championship since 1960.

1960: Celebrated Season

In 1960, the Eagles, led by veterans like Shaw, Van Brocklin, and Bednarik, achieved a celebrated season, marking their first division title since 1949 despite being considered a team of grit over talent. Tommy McDonald, a Pro Bowl receiver, later penned his autobiography, They Pay Me to Catch Footballs.

They Pay Me To Catch Footballs
They Pay Me To Catch Footballs

1960: Anniversary of the 1960 championship team

In the 2010 season, the Eagles wore uniforms similar to the ones that were worn by the 1960 championship team in honor of the 50th anniversary of that team.

1961: Sonny Jurgensen Becomes Starter

In 1961, Sonny Jurgensen became the Eagles' starting quarterback after Van Brocklin left. The team finished with a 10-4 record, just behind the New York Giants, but the franchise was in turmoil.

1962: Injury-Plagued Season

In 1962, the Eagles' team, significantly impacted by injuries, only managed to secure three wins, which included a notable 49-0 loss at home to the Green Bay Packers.

1962: Context of Vermeil Hiring

In 1976, Dick Vermeil was hired to coach the Eagles, who had managed only one winning season since 1962.

1963: Team Sold to Jerry Wolman

In 1963, the remaining 65 shareholders sold the Eagles to Jerry Wolman, a 36-year-old millionaire developer, for $5.505 million, setting a new record for the price of a professional sports franchise.

1964: Hiring of Joe Kuharich

In 1964, Jerry Wolman hired Joe Kuharich to a 15-year contract to coach the Eagles. This period was marked by the "Santa Claus incident", where fans threw snowballs at Santa during a Christmas pageant.

1966: Second in the NFL Eastern Conference

In 1966, the Eagles had a winning season, finishing second in the NFL Eastern Conference. They lost to the Baltimore Colts in the Playoff Bowl, a third-place consolation game, with a score of 20-14.

1966: Eagles End Membership of Eastern Conference

In 1966, the Philadelphia Eagles ended their membership of the Eastern Conference.

1966: Steelers' Last Road Win and Division Rivalry Ends

In 1966, the Pittsburgh Steelers achieved their last road win against the Eagles, which also coincided with the start of the Super Bowl era. This year also marked the end of a major divisional rivalry with the Eagles.

1967: Eagles and Steelers Placed in Separate Divisions

In 1967, the Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers were placed in separate divisions, though they remained in the same conference for three years.

1967: Eagles Finish 6-7-1

In 1967, the Eagles finished the season with a 6-7-1 record.

1967: Eagles Placed in Capitol Division of Eastern Conference

In 1967, the Philadelphia Eagles were placed in the Capitol Division of the Eastern Conference.

1967: Training Camp Held at Hershey

Through 1967, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Hershey.

1968: Fans Pelt Santa Claus with Snowballs

During the 1968 season, fans of the struggling 2–11 Philadelphia Eagles pelted an incarnation of Santa Claus with snowballs during a halftime Christmas celebration, an event that became infamous.

1968: Training Camp Held at Albright College

From 1968, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Albright College.

1968: Eagles Record a 2-12 Season

In 1968, the Eagles had a poor season, finishing with a 2-12 record and falling further in the standings.

1969: Stylized Eagle Logo

From 1969 to 1972, the Philadelphia Eagles' logo featured a more stylized eagle.

1969: Leonard Tose Buys the Team

In 1969, Leonard Tose purchased the Eagles from Jerry Wolman for $16.155 million. Tose then fired coach Joe Kuharich and appointed Pete Retzlaff as general manager and Jerry Williams as head coach.

1969: Eagles Wear Two Helmet Versions

In 1969, the Philadelphia Eagles wore two helmet versions: Kelly green with white wings for road games, and white with kelly green wings for home games.

1969: AstroTurf Installation

In 1969, the grass field at Franklin Field was replaced by AstroTurf, making Franklin Field the first NFL stadium to use artificial turf.

1970: Eagles Wear White Helmets with Kelly Green Wings

From 1970 to 1973, the Philadelphia Eagles wore the white helmets with Kelly green wings exclusively before switching back to Kelly green helmets with silver wings.

1970: Eagles Record 3-10-1

In 1970, the Eagles had a 3-10-1 record and after three consecutive blowout losses to start the 1971 season, coach Jerry Williams was fired.

1970: Steelers Move to AFC

In 1970, the Pittsburgh Steelers moved to the American Football Conference (AFC), along with the Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Colts, resulting in the Eagles and Steelers no longer playing each other every year.

1970: Eagles Placed in NFC East

In 1970, with the league's reformation into the NFC and AFC, the Philadelphia Eagles were placed in the NFC East.

1971: Move to Veterans Stadium

In 1971, the Eagles moved to the newly constructed Veterans Stadium. After a series of losses, Jerry Williams was fired and replaced by Ed Khayat. Also in 1971, the team traded Norm Snead to the Vikings, and Bill Bradley led the NFL in interceptions.

1972: Don McCafferty Fired

In 1972, Don McCafferty, head coach of the Baltimore Colts, was fired after the 1972 NFL season, prior to Doug Pederson being fired within three years of winning a Super Bowl.

1972: Eagles Finish 2-11-1

In 1972, the Eagles finished with a 2-11-1 record, and coach Ed Khayat was subsequently released. Despite the poor record, the team had surprising wins against the Kansas City Chiefs and Houston Oilers.

1972: Training Camp Held at Albright College

Through 1972, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Albright College.

1972: Stylized Eagle Logo

Until 1972, the eagle in the Philadelphia Eagles' logo had a more stylized look.

1973: Eagles Select Charle Young

After the Houston Oilers selected John Matuszak first overall, the Eagles selected USC tight end Charle Young with the second overall pick in the 1973 NFL draft.

1973: Training Camp Held at Widener University

From 1973, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Widener University.

1973: Mike McCormack Hired as Coach

In 1973, Mike McCormack was hired as the Eagles' coach and helped to revitalize the offense with the aid of Roman Gabriel and Harold Carmichael.

1973: Team Name Added Below Eagle Logo

In 1973, the Philadelphia Eagles added the team's name below the eagle logo, returning to its pre-1969 look.

1974: Addition of Bill Bergey

In 1974, Jim Murray, the Eagles' general manager, added talent on the defensive side by acquiring Bill Bergey, a future Pro Bowl linebacker.

1974: Standardization of Eagles' Helmet Design

In 1974, Joseph A. Scirrotto Jr. designed the silver wings within a white outline, which became the standard helmet design for the Philadelphia Eagles for over two decades, featuring a kelly green helmet.

1975: McCormack Fired After 4-10 Season

In 1975, Mike McCormack was fired after the Eagles finished the season with a 4-10 record.

1975: Vermeil Takes Over

In 1976, Dick Vermeil was hired to coach the struggling Eagles after a 4-10 record in 1975.

1976: Dick Vermeil Hired

In 1976, Dick Vermeil was hired from UCLA to coach the struggling Eagles. The Eagles finished 1976 with a 4-10 record.

1976: Merrill Reese Joins the Eagles

In 1976, Merrill Reese joined the Philadelphia Eagles as the play-by-play announcer.

1976: 1976 Philadelphia Eagles season was the subject of the movie Invincible

In 1976, the Philadelphia Eagles season was the subject of the movie Invincible. The movie stars Mark Wahlberg as Vince Papale, a part-time school teacher and diehard Eagles fan who became an Eagles player.

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1977: Ron Jaworski Traded to Eagles

In 1977, the Eagles traded Charle Young to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for quarterback Ron Jaworski. The defense, led by Bill Bergey and Marion Campbell, began to develop a reputation for hard-hitting play.

1978: The Miracle at the Meadowlands

In 1978, the Eagles experienced "The Miracle at the Meadowlands", where Herman Edwards returned a fumble for a touchdown, securing a 19-17 victory against the Giants. The Eagles made the playoffs with a 9-7 record. Wilbert Montgomery exceeded 1,000 rushing yards.

1978: Falcons Upset Eagles in Wild Card Round

In 1978, the Philadelphia Eagles-Atlanta Falcons rivalry emerged after the Falcons upset the Eagles in the Wild Card Round 14–13.

1979: Eagles Tie for First Place

In 1979, the Eagles tied for first place with an 11-5 record. Wilbert Montgomery set a team rushing record with 1,512 yards.

1979: Training Camp Held at Widener University

Through 1979, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at Widener University.

1980: Training Camp Held at West Chester University

From 1980, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at West Chester University.

1980: Eagles Earn Super Bowl Berth

In 1980, the Eagles defeated the Dallas Cowboys 20-7 in the NFC Championship Game, earning a spot in Super Bowl XV. Wilbert Montgomery's rushing performance and Leroy Harris's contribution led to the victory.

1981: Wild-Card Berth and Playoff Loss

In 1981, the Eagles started strong with six consecutive wins and finished the season 10-6, securing a wild-card berth. However, they lost to the New York Giants 27-21 in the wild-card round, ending their hopes of a repeat NFC championship.

1982: Vermeil Quits

After the Eagles finished 3-6 in the strike-shortened 1982 season, coach Dick Vermeil quit the team, citing "burnout".

1983: Failed Playoff Appearance

In 1983, the Philadelphia Eagles failed to make the playoffs.

1984: Tying record with the 1984 San Francisco 49ers

In 2024, The Eagles finished with 18 total wins, tying the NFL record for most total wins in a season along with the 1984 San Francisco 49ers

1984: Near Relocation to Phoenix

The Eagles again failed to make the playoffs in 1984, and at the end of the season, the team almost relocated to Phoenix, Arizona.

1985: Tose Forced to Sell the Team

In 1985, Leonard Tose was compelled to sell the Eagles to Norman Braman and Ed Leibowitz for $65 million due to gambling debts. The team struggled during the season, and coach Marion Campbell was fired after week 16.

1985: Tying record with the 1985 Chicago Bears

In 2024, The Eagles finished with 18 total wins, tying the NFL record for most total wins in a season along with the 1985 Chicago Bears

1985: Acquisition of Reggie White

In the 1985 Supplemental draft, the Philadelphia Eagles successfully acquired the rights to Reggie White, who was an elite pass rusher for the Memphis Showboats.

1985: Best Rushing Offense Since 1985 Chicago Bears

The Eagles finished the 2021 season with the #1 rushing offense in the NFL, marking the best rushing offense since the 1985 Chicago Bears.

1986: Buddy Ryan Hired as Head Coach

In 1986, Buddy Ryan's arrival as head coach ignited the team and fan base. Known for his hard-as-nails attitude, he rejuvenated the team by releasing aging players. Randall Cunningham took over as quarterback, showing promise despite a 5-10-1 season.

1987: Strike-Shortened Season

In 1987, a strike shortened the season by one game. Substitute players filled in poorly. Following the strike, the regular Eagles team won a revenge game against the Dallas Cowboys, finishing the season with a 7-8 record.

1987: Eagles Honor Roll Established

In 1987, the Eagles Honor Roll was established, with the inaugural induction class consisting of every Eagles player elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame at that point.

1988: Playoff Loss to Chicago Bears

In 1988, the Eagles reached the playoffs but lost to the Chicago Bears 20-12 in a game known as the "Fog Bowl."

1989: Bounty Bowl

In 1989, the rivalry between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys involved incidents such as the Bounty Bowl, marking a period of considerable hostility.

November 12, 1990: "Body Bag Game" Victory Over Redskins

On November 12, 1990, during a Monday Night Football game, the Eagles defeated the Washington Redskins 28-14. The game was nicknamed the "Body Bag Game" due to the number of injuries inflicted on the Redskins by the Eagles' tough defense.

January 7, 1991: Rich Kotite Hired

On January 7, 1991, Eagles fired Ryan and replaced him with offensive coordinator Rich Kotite. The team's starting quarterback Randall Cunningham got a knee injury, so Jim McMahon became the starting quarterback for the rest of the season.

June 25, 1992: Death of Jerome Brown

On June 25, 1992, All-Pro defensive tackle Jerome Brown tragically passed away in an automobile accident. The Eagles team and their fanbase dedicated the 1992 season to honor Jerome Brown.

May 6, 1994: Jeffrey Lurie Buys the Eagles

On May 6, 1994, Jeffrey Lurie purchased the Philadelphia Eagles for an estimated $185 million, succeeding Norman Braman as the team owner.

1994: Jeffrey Lurie Buys Eagles

In 1994, Jeffrey Lurie bought the Philadelphia Eagles for $185 million.

1995: Super Bowl XXIX Sets Scoring Record

In 1995, Super Bowl XXIX set a scoring record of 75 points, one point more than Super Bowl LII.

1995: End of Eagle in Flight Logo Era

In 1995, the Philadelphia Eagles stopped using the eagle in flight carrying a football in its claws as their logo, which had been in use since 1948.

1995: Training Camp Held at West Chester University

Through 1995, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp at West Chester University.

December 1996: Cowboys Last Playoff Win

In December 1996, the Dallas Cowboys had their last playoff win. This is referenced in comparison to the Eagles losing to the Cowboys in the January 2010 Wild Card game.

1996: Original 1996-style Uniforms

In 1996 the original uniform style was launched and would have subtle changes.

1996: Radical Alteration of Logo and Uniforms

In 1996, the Philadelphia Eagles radically altered their logo and uniforms, changing the primary color to "midnight green," abandoning silver, changing helmet wings to primarily white, and adopting a cartoon-like eagle head logo.

1996: Minor Alterations to Jersey/Pants Combinations

Since 1996, the Philadelphia Eagles have made only minor alterations to their uniforms, mostly related to jersey/pants combinations worn during specific games.

1996: Eagles Rebrand

Since 1996, the Philadelphia Eagles shifted from the Kelly Green era.

1997: Eagles Appoint a Judge

In 1997, after a game against the San Francisco 49ers featured numerous incidents, the Philadelphia Eagles appointed a judge, Seamus McCaffery, to preside over a temporary courtroom at the stadium, beginning at the following home game.

1997: Eagles Wear Midnight Green Jerseys and Pants

In 1997, the Philadelphia Eagles wore midnight green jerseys and pants against the San Francisco 49ers for the first of only two occasions in team history.

1998: Mike Quick Replaces Stan Walters as Color Analyst

In 1998, former Eagles wide receiver Mike Quick replaced offense lineman Stan Walters as the color analyst for the Philadelphia Eagles.

September 12, 1999: Last Home Game Blacked Out

On September 12, 1999, the last Philadelphia Eagles home game that was blacked out on television due to not being sold out was against the Arizona Cardinals. This was also Andy Reid's first home game as the new head coach.

October 10, 1999: Michael Irvin's Career-Ending Injury

On October 10, 1999, during a Week 5 game at Veterans Stadium against the Dallas Cowboys, Cowboys wide receiver Michael Irvin sustained a career-ending injury after being tackled by Eagles safety Tim Hauck. Irvin was diagnosed with a potentially threatening cervical spine injury. Some Eagles fans responded with applause after the injury, giving rise to Philadelphia's reputation as unduly aggressive and hostile fans.

1999: Home Game Sellout Streak Begins

Since the 1999 season, the Philadelphia Eagles have sold out every home game, ranking among the best teams in the NFL for attendance.

2002: Tom Brady's Super Bowl Win

In 2002, Tom Brady won a Super Bowl as a backup quarterback, a feat later matched by Nick Foles.

2002: Final Game at Veterans Stadium with Special Uniforms

In 2002, during the final regular season game at Veterans Stadium, the Philadelphia Eagles wore midnight green jerseys and pants in a win over the Washington Redskins.

December 2003: Eagles Court Ends

In December 2003, "Eagles Court" ended after fan behavior improved following the team's move to Lincoln Financial Field.

2003: Eagles Wear White Jerseys with White Pants

In 2003, for the first two games of the season (both home losses), the Philadelphia Eagles wore white jerseys with white pants.

2003: Changes to Uniforms, Debut of Black Alternate Jerseys

In the 2003 season, subtle changes were made to the Philadelphia Eagles' uniforms, including adding black shadows and silver trim to the numbers. Black alternate jerseys also debuted, worn for selected home games.

March 16, 2004: Eagles Acquire Terrell Owens

On March 16, 2004, The Eagles acquired Terrell Owens in a controversial three-way deal with the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers. Terrell Owens is a premier wide receiver.

2004: White Jerseys and White Pants During Preseason Games

From 2004 to 2011, with the exception of 2007 and 2010, the Philadelphia Eagles wore white jerseys and white pants exclusively during preseason games.

2004: Peyton Manning sets Passing Record

In 2004, Peyton Manning set one of the highest passer rating in the league. This is being referenced in comparison to Nick Foles setting a record in 2013.

2004: Terrell Owens Scores Three Touchdowns

In 2004, Terrell Owens scored three touchdowns in his debut with the team, and Saquon Barkley would match this feat in 2024.

2004: Eagles Wear Black Cleats Exclusively

In 2004, the Philadelphia Eagles started wearing black cleats exclusively, though this rule was later relaxed by the mid-2010s.

2004: Eagles Match Franchise-Best Start

In 2022, the Eagles matched their franchise-best 13-1 start from the 2004 season.

2005: Eagles Rank Second in Merchandise Sales Despite Losing Season

Despite finishing with a 6–10 record in the 2005 season, the Philadelphia Eagles ranked second in the NFL in merchandise sales, and single-game tickets for the next season were sold out minutes after phone and Internet lines opened.

2005: Super Bowl XXXIX Rematch

In 2005, the Eagles faced the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XXXIX.

2006: Alternate Black Jerseys Worn Once a Season

From 2006 to 2013, the Philadelphia Eagles wore the alternate black jerseys once a season, for the last November home game, but did not use them in 2007, 2010, and 2011.

2006: Eagles Fans Ranked Third Most Loyal

In 2006, American City Business Journals ranked Philadelphia Eagles fans third in their study to determine the most loyal fans in the NFL. The study noted that Eagles fans filled 99.8% of the seats in the stadium over the previous decade and called them "incredibly loyal".

2006: Publication of 'If Football's a Religion, Why Don't We Have a Prayer?'

In 2006, HarperCollins published "If Football's a Religion, Why Don't We Have a Prayer?", a book by Jereé Longman, which described the fans of the 700 Level at Veterans Stadium as having a reputation for "hostile taunting, fighting, public urination and general strangeness."

2006: Eagles Earn NFC East Title Amidst Turmoil

In 2006, the Philadelphia Eagles lost quarterback McNabb after 10 games, causing turmoil. Despite this, Westbrook stepped up, and the Eagles, under coach Reid, won their fifth NFC East title with a 10–6 record. They won the Wild Card game against the New York Giants but lost in the Divisional Round to the New Orleans Saints.

2006: Close Series Since 2006

Since 2006, the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys series has been close, with each team winning 12 games.

2006: The Gang Gets Invincible

The comedy television series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia makes several references to the Philadelphia Eagles, most notably on Season 3, Episode 2, "The Gang Gets Invincible", a reference to the 2006 Wahlberg film.

2006: Silver Linings Playbook novel mentions the 2006 Philadelphia Eagles team

The novel Silver Linings Playbook mentions the 2006 Philadelphia Eagles team.

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2007: White Jerseys and White Pants During Preseason Games

Excepting 2007 and 2010, the Philadelphia Eagles wore white jerseys and white pants exclusively during preseason games from 2004 to 2011.

2007: Eagles Fail to Reach Playoffs

In 2007, the Philadelphia Eagles ended the season with an 8–8 record and failed to make the playoffs for the second time in three seasons.

2007: 75th-Anniversary Uniforms as Alternates

In 2007, the Philadelphia Eagles used special 75th-anniversary uniforms in place of the black alternates.

2007: Tying record with the 2007 New England Patriots

In 2024, The Eagles finished with 18 total wins, tying the NFL record for most total wins in a season along with the 2007 New England Patriots

2007: 75th Anniversary Uniforms

To celebrate the Philadelphia Eagles' 75th anniversary in 2007, the team wore a 75th-season logo patch on the left shoulder and "throwback" jerseys in a game against the Detroit Lions, mirroring the colors of Philadelphia's city flag and the former Frankford Yellow Jackets.

August 2008: 71 Consecutive Sold-Out Games

As of August 2008, the Philadelphia Eagles had sold out 71 consecutive games, and 70,000 additional fans were on the waiting list for season tickets.

2008: Eagles Games Broadcast on WYSP and WIP

From 2008, Philadelphia Eagles games were broadcast on both rock-formatted WYSP and sports-talk Sports Radio 610 WIP, both stations owned and operated by CBS Radio.

2008: Eagles Fans Ranked First by Forbes

In 2008, Forbes placed Philadelphia Eagles fans first in its survey, which was based on the correlation between team performance and fan attendance. ESPN.com placed Eagles fans fourth in the league in its own survey, citing the connection between the team's performance and the mood of the city.

2008: Eagles Upset Giants en route to NFC Championship Game

In 2008, the Philadelphia Eagles finished the season with a 9–6–1 record, earning a wild card berth in the playoffs. They upset the Minnesota Vikings in the first round and then defeated the defending Super Bowl champion New York Giants, advancing to their sixth NFC Championship Game, where they lost to the Arizona Cardinals 32-25.

2008: Black Jerseys Re-Appear

In 2008, the black jerseys with white pants re-appeared for the Philadelphia Eagles' Thanksgiving night game against the Arizona Cardinals.

2008: Silver Linings Playbook highlights the 2008 Philadelphia Eagles season

The movie Silver Linings Playbook highlights the 2008 Philadelphia Eagles season, and the novel mentions the 2006 team.

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December 6, 2009: Andy Reid Achieves Coaching Milestone

On December 6, 2009, Andy Reid became the fifth coach in NFL history to win 100 or more games with a single team in a single decade.

2009: Doug Pederson Joins Eagles as Quality Control Assistant Coach

In 2009, Doug Pederson joined the Eagles as a quality control assistant coach, marking his initial role with the team before later becoming the head coach.

January 11, 2010: Tom Heckert, Jr. Leaves Eagles

On January 11, 2010, Tom Heckert, Jr., the General Manager, was hired away by the Cleveland Browns and was replaced by Howie Roseman.

January 2010: Eagles Lose to Cowboys in Wild Card Game

In January 2010, the Philadelphia Eagles, with an 11-5 record, entered the playoffs as the NFC's sixth seed. In the wild card game, the Eagles lost 34–14 to the Dallas Cowboys, marking Dallas's first playoff win since December 1996.

March 5, 2010: Brian Westbrook Cut from Eagles

On March 5, 2010, Brian Westbrook was cut from the Philadelphia Eagles after eight seasons with the team.

April 4, 2010: Eagles Trade Donovan McNabb to Redskins

On April 4, 2010, the Philadelphia Eagles traded quarterback Donovan McNabb to the Washington Redskins for a second-round draft pick. Kevin Kolb was named the starter, but Vick took over after Kolb suffered a concussion.

September 12, 2010: Eagles Wear Throwback Uniforms

On September 12, 2010, during the 2010 season, the Philadelphia Eagles wore uniforms similar to those worn by the 1960 championship team, commemorating the 50th anniversary of that team.

2010: White Jerseys and White Pants During Preseason Games

Excepting 2007 and 2010, the Philadelphia Eagles wore white jerseys and white pants exclusively during preseason games from 2004 to 2011.

2010: Throwback Uniforms Used in Place of Black Alternates

For the 2010 season, the Philadelphia Eagles used throwback uniforms in place of the black alternates for their anniversary to commemorate past teams.

2010: Doug Pederson's Second Year as Eagles Quality Control Assistant Coach

In 2010, Doug Pederson served his second year as a quality control assistant coach for the Eagles, continuing to lay the groundwork for his future coaching roles.

2010: Even Rivalry Since 2010

Since 2010, the rivalry between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Redskins/Commanders has been very even overall with the Eagles winning 19 of the last 31 matchups.

2010: Eagles Games Broadcast on WYSP and WIP

Through 2010, Philadelphia Eagles games were broadcast on both rock-formatted WYSP and sports-talk Sports Radio 610 WIP, both stations owned and operated by CBS Radio.

2011: Alternate Black Jerseys Worn Once a Season

From 2006 to 2013, the Philadelphia Eagles wore the alternate black jerseys once a season, for the last November home game, but did not use them in 2007, 2010, and 2011.

2011: WYSP Renamed WIP-FM, Simulcasting WIP

In 2011, CBS dropped the music format on WYSP, renaming it WIP-FM and making it a full simulcast of WIP.

2011: Doug Pederson Promoted to Eagles Quarterbacks Coach

In 2011, Doug Pederson was promoted to the position of quarterbacks coach for the Eagles, signifying a step up in his coaching career within the team.

2011: Eagles "Dream Team" Fails to Make Playoffs

In 2011, the Philadelphia Eagles' off-season was affected by an NFL lockout. After the lockout, the team made several high-profile free-agent signings and traded Kevin Kolb. Vince Young, the new 2nd-stringer, called the team the "Dream Team". However, the team finished only 8–8 and missed the playoffs.

2011: White Jerseys and White Pants During Preseason Games

In 2011, with the exception of 2007 and 2010, the Philadelphia Eagles stopped wearing white jerseys and white pants exclusively during preseason games, having started the trend in 2004.

2011: Eagles Sweep the Cowboys

In Week 17 of the 2024 season, the Eagles clinched the NFC East title by sweeping the Dallas Cowboys for the first time since 2011.

December 30, 2012: Andy Reid Fired After Loss to Giants

On December 30, 2012, after a loss to the New York Giants and a disappointing season, head coach Andy Reid was fired after fourteen seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles.

2012: Doug Pederson's Final Season as Eagles Quarterbacks Coach

In 2012, Doug Pederson concluded his tenure as the quarterbacks coach for the Eagles before moving on to other coaching opportunities.

2012: Nike Takes Over as Official Apparel Licensee

In 2012, Nike replaced Reebok as the NFL's official apparel licensee. The Philadelphia Eagles chose not to adopt Nike's "Elite 51" uniform technology. The Eagles revived their black alternate jersey and resumed wearing white pants with their white jerseys in the regular season.

2012: Honor Roll Retitled as Eagles Hall of Fame

In 2012, the Eagles Honor Roll was retitled as the Eagles Hall of Fame.

January 16, 2013: Eagles Hire Chip Kelly as Head Coach

On January 16, 2013, the Philadelphia Eagles hired Chip Kelly, the University of Oregon's head coach, to succeed Andy Reid as head coach.

2013: Alternate Black Jerseys Worn Once a Season

From 2006 to 2013, the Philadelphia Eagles wore the alternate black jerseys once a season, for the last November home game, but did not use them in 2007, 2010, and 2011.

2013: Training Camp Moved to NovaCare Complex

In 2013, with the addition of head coach Chip Kelly, the Philadelphia Eagles moved their training camp to the NovaCare Complex in Philadelphia.

2014: Kevin Riley and Rob Ellis Host Post-Game Show

As of the 2014 season, the Philadelphia Eagles post-game show is hosted by Kevin Riley, a former Eagles linebacker, and Rob Ellis.

2014: Eagles Officially Adopt Nike "Elite 51" Uniform

For the 2014 season, the Philadelphia Eagles officially adopted the "Elite 51"-style uniform from Nike. They only wore the midnight green jerseys and pants in the second half of that season due to production difficulties.

2014: Eagles Miss Playoffs After Losing NFC East Title

In 2014, the Philadelphia Eagles started the season winning their first three games and making NFL history. After going 9–3, the Eagles lost their next three games, lost the NFC East title, and were eliminated from playoff contention.

2014: Introduction of Black Pants, Blackout Uniform

In Week 6 of 2014, the Philadelphia Eagles introduced black pants to complement their black jerseys, creating a blackout uniform set against the New York Giants. The Eagles won 27–0, achieving their first shutout in 18 years. The all-black uniforms have been regularly worn at home against the Giants since the 2014 'blackout' game, with the exception of 2017.

December 29, 2015: Chip Kelly Released by Eagles

On December 29, 2015, with one game left in the season, head coach Chip Kelly was released by the Philadelphia Eagles after a 6–9 record. Pat Shurmur was named interim head coach.

2015: Eagles Ranked for 13th Overall Pick

At the end of the 2015 season, the Philadelphia Eagles were slated for the 13th overall pick in the 2016 NFL draft.

2015: Chiefs Offense Ranks in Top 10

In 2015, the Kansas City Chiefs moved into the top 10 in scoring offense under Doug Pederson's leadership as offensive coordinator.

2015: Preseason Games Televised on WCAU

In 2015, the Philadelphia Eagles preseason games were televised on WCAU, the local NBC owned and operated station.

2015: Eagles Struggle with New Acquisitions

In 2015, the Philadelphia Eagles, under Chip Kelly's total control, acquired DeMarco Murray and Super Bowl champion Byron Maxwell. The Eagles lost their first two games, with Bradford, Maxwell, and Murray struggling.

January 18, 2016: Eagles Hire Doug Pederson as Head Coach

On January 18, 2016, the Philadelphia Eagles hired Kansas City Chiefs' offensive coordinator Doug Pederson as their next head coach.

September 3, 2016: Eagles Trade Sam Bradford, Name Carson Wentz Starter

On September 3, 2016, the Philadelphia Eagles traded starting quarterback Sam Bradford to the Minnesota Vikings and named Carson Wentz the starting quarterback for Week 1 of the 2016 season.

2016: Tom Brady Breaks TD-INT Ratio

In 2016, Tom Brady broke the TD-INT ratio record previously set by Nick Foles in 2013. This is being referenced to compare Foles setting records.

2016: Eagles Wear All-Black Look as Part of NFL Color Rush

In Week 16 of 2016, the Philadelphia Eagles wore a variation of the all-black look as part of the NFL Color Rush program against the Giants, featuring solid black socks.

2017: Drew Pearson Insults the Eagles

In 2017, Cowboys legend Drew Pearson insulted the opposing franchise at the draft weekend, further fueling the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys rivalry.

2017: Reich Joins Colts

In 2017, Frank Reich served as the Eagles' offensive coordinator during their Super Bowl-winning season before rejoining Wentz at the Colts.

2017: Eagles Win Super Bowl

In 2017, the Eagles won their first Super Bowl.

2017: Eagles Defeat Falcons on Path to Super Bowl LII

In 2017, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Atlanta Falcons in a divisional round victory on their path to winning Super Bowl LII.

2017: Eagles Broadcasting Contract Extended

In 2017, the Philadelphia Eagles extended their broadcasting contract with WIP-FM through 2024.

2017: Wentz injured, Foles takes over; Eagles Clinch #1 Seed

In 2017, the Philadelphia Eagles started the season with a 10–1 record and finished 13–3. In Week 14, Carson Wentz tore his ACL, and Nick Foles took over. The Eagles clinched the #1 seed and home-field advantage in the playoffs.

2017: Eagles Traded for 2017 first-round pick

In 2017, the Philadelphia Eagles traded with the Minnesota Vikings to get a first round pick.

2017: Eagles Secure Third 13-Win Season

In 2022, the Eagles secured their third 13-win season in franchise history, matching the seasons of 2004 and 2017.

2017: Debut of All-White Look

In Week 6 of the 2017 season, the Philadelphia Eagles debuted an all-white look with white jerseys, white pants, and solid white socks in a road game against the Carolina Panthers.

2017: Eagles all-black uniform not worn during a game

With the exception of 2017, the Philadelphia Eagles have regularly worn the all-black uniforms at home against the Giants since the 2014 'blackout' game.

2018: Saquon Barkley from 2018-2023

From 2018 to 2023, Saquon Barkley was a running back with the New York Giants.

2018: Wentz Injured, Foles Starts, Eagles Make Playoffs

In 2018, Carson Wentz was recovering from an injury, so Nick Foles started as quarterback. Wentz returned in week 3, but later suffered a fractured vertebra, leading to Foles starting again. Despite a 4-6 start, the Eagles finished 9-7 and made the playoffs.

2018: David Akers Insults the Cowboys

In 2018, Eagles legend David Akers insulted the opposing franchise at the draft weekend, continuing the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys rivalry.

2018: Eagles Match Record

In 2018, the Eagles matched their 9-7 record.

2018: Eagles traded for a 2018 fourth-round pick

In 2018, the Philadelphia Eagles traded with the Minnesota Vikings to get a fourth round pick.

2018: Midnight Green Pants Not Worn

In 2018, the Philadelphia Eagles' midnight green pants were not worn at all, marking the first such instance since the 1996 rebrand that the Eagles wore only white pants with their primary white or midnight green jerseys.

2018: Eagles First Postseason Win Since 2018

In 2022, the Eagles had their first postseason win since 2018.

2019: Carli Lloyd Attends Joint Practice and Nails Field Goal

In 2019, soccer star Carli Lloyd appeared at a joint practice of the Philadelphia Eagles with the Baltimore Ravens, where she successfully kicked a 55-yard field goal. Later, she celebrated a goal by doing the "E-A-G-L-E-S, Eagles!" chant during an international friendly at Lincoln Financial Field.

2019: Eagles Clinch Playoff Berth, Wentz Injured

In 2019, the Eagles finished with a 9-7 record, clinching the NFC East and a playoff berth for the third consecutive season. Carson Wentz suffered a concussion in his first playoff game, and the Eagles lost to the Seahawks.

2019: Eagles Win NFC East

In 2019, the Eagles last won the NFC East.

2019: All-White Look as Full-Time Road Uniform

In 2019, the Philadelphia Eagles began to utilize the all-white look full-time as a road uniform set, thanks to the NFL's decision to allow teams to wear solid color socks as an alternate look.

2020: 610 WIP Rebrands as WTEL, Philadelphia Affiliate for Black Information Network

By 2020, 610 WIP had changed call letters to WTEL and rebranded to the Philadelphia affiliate for the Black Information Network, while WIP-FM broadcast all Eagles games.

2020: Injuries Plague Eagles, Hurts Takes Over

In 2020, the Eagles started with consecutive losses and a controversial tie. Injuries plagued the team, and Jalen Hurts replaced Carson Wentz as the starting quarterback in week 13. The Eagles finished with a 4-11-1 record and missed the playoffs.

January 11, 2021: Doug Pederson Fired

On January 11, 2021, the Eagles fired head coach Doug Pederson after a meeting with owner Jeffrey Lurie regarding the future of the team and proposed coaching staff changes.

January 21, 2021: Nick Sirianni Hired

On January 21, 2021, the Eagles hired Nick Sirianni as their new head coach.

2021: White Uniforms Paired with Black Pants

During Week 10 of the 2021 season, the Philadelphia Eagles paired their white uniforms with the alternate black pants against the Denver Broncos, marking the first time the black pants were paired with a different colored uniform.

2022: Eagles Planned Wordmark Change Announced

Back in 2022, it was released to the media that the Philadelphia Eagles would be changing their wordmark to a more modernized design. Due to supply chain issues, the new wordmark was not able to be applied to the uniforms until the 2024 season.

2022: Entry Fee Adjusted for Inflation

In 2022 the entry fee paid by Bell and Wray, $3,500, had the equivalent of roughly US$67,000 in inflation-adjusted dollars.

2022: Eagles Clinch Top Seed, Win NFC East

In 2022, the Eagles started 8-0 and finished with a 14-3 record, earning the top seed in the NFC. They won the NFC East for the first time since 2019 and reached Super Bowl LVII but ultimately lost to the Chiefs.

2022: Carson Wentz Traded

In 2022, the Eagles traded Carson Wentz to the Colts, absorbing a $33.8-million dead-cap hit.

2022: New Black Alternate Helmet Unveiled

In 2022, the Philadelphia Eagles unveiled a new black alternate helmet, which would be worn alongside the all-black uniform. The Eagles also announced that Kelly Green uniforms would return as an alternate uniform starting in the 2023 season.

2023: Eagles Struggles and Playoff Exit

In 2023, the Eagles started 10-1 but struggled with a poor defense, eventually being eliminated in the Wild Card round. Brian Johnson and Sean Desai were subsequently fired.

2023: Kelly Green Uniforms Return

In 2023, the Philadelphia Eagles returned to wearing Kelly Green uniforms as the team's alternate, with their debut being in a Week 7 win vs the Miami Dolphins. With the Kelly Green helmet becoming the team's one alternate, the black helmet was temporarily shelved, and the Eagles returned to wearing their primary midnight green helmets with the all-black uniform.

2023: Eagles Improve on Record

In 2024, the Eagles improved on their 11-6 record from the 2023 season, and won ten consecutive games for the first time in franchise history.

March 4, 2024: Jason Kelce Retires

On March 4, 2024, center Jason Kelce retired after 13 years with the Eagles.

March 13, 2024: Saquon Barkley Signs with Eagles

On March 13, 2024, Saquon Barkley signed a three-year deal with the Eagles.

September 6, 2024: Barkley's Debut with Three Touchdowns

On September 6, 2024, in his Eagles debut, Saquon Barkley rushed for 109 yards and scored three touchdowns in a victory over the Green Bay Packers.

December 2024: Ownership Stake Sold to Investors

In December 2024, the Philadelphia Eagles became one of the first teams in the NFL to sell an ownership stake to outside investors. The deal sold 8% of the franchise at a valuation of $8.3 billion.

2024: All-Time Series Record

As of the 2024 season, the Dallas Cowboys lead the all-time series against the Philadelphia Eagles 74–58.

2024: Eagles Hall of Fame Inductees

By 2024, there had been 52 inductees into the Eagles Hall of Fame. Players are considered for induction three years after their retirement from the NFL.

2024: Eagles Win Against Steelers at Lincoln Financial Field

In 2024, the Eagles defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-13 at Lincoln Financial Field in their most recent meeting. As of the 2024 season, the Eagles lead the all-time series 50–29–3.

2024: First Postseason Meeting

In 2024, the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders met for the first time in the postseason in the NFC Championship Game, with the Eagles defeating the Commanders 55–23.

2024: Eagles Broadcasting Contract Extended with WIP-FM

In 2024, the Philadelphia Eagles broadcasting contract with WIP-FM was still in effect after being extended in 2017.

2024: New Wordmark and Third Helmet Option

In the 2024 season, the Philadelphia Eagles' new wordmark was applied to the uniforms. In addition, the black helmet was brought back as the team's third helmet option and was worn with the white jerseys, black pants, and white socks for the team's Week 1 game in São Paulo, Brazil against the Green Bay Packers.

January 2025: Fan Banned After Obscene Outburst

During a January 2025 home playoff game against the Green Bay Packers, an Eagles fan shouted obscenities at a woman wearing Packers gear; the incident went viral online, leading to the Eagles fan losing his job and receiving a ban from the stadium.

2025: Hall of Fame Inductees

As of 2025, 14 individuals who spent a significant part of their career with the Eagles have been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.