Full History Of Philadelphia Eagles In Timeline From 1909

1909: Frankford Athletic Association Disbands

Prior to the 1909 football season, the original Frankford Athletic Association apparently disbanded.

1912: Reformation of the Frankford Athletic Association

In 1912, several original players from the 1899 Frankford Athletic Association football team kept the team together and became known as Loyola Athletic Club. Keeping with the Yellow Jackets tradition, they carried the "Frankford" name again to become the Frankford Athletic Association.

1922: Frankford Absorbs Philadelphia City Champions

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

1923: Yellow Jackets Record Against NFL Teams

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 and thus became the Frankford Yellow Jackets.

1926: Yellow Jackets Win NFL Championship

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

1927: NFL Changes

In 1927, the NFL changed from a sprawling Midwestern-based association to a narrower, major-market league.

1928: Providence Steam Roller Win

In 1928, the Providence Steam Roller won a title, breaking the streak between 1927 and 1934 of the Chicago Bears, New York Giants, and Green Bay Packers.

1931: Liquidated Assets Awarded

After searching for a replacement for the Yellow Jackets, the National Football League awarded the liquidated assets of the defunct Yellow Jackets organization to Bert Bell and Lud Wray in 1931.

1931: Yellow Jackets Go Bankrupt

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

1931: Frankford Yellow Jackets

The 2007 throwback jerseys were based on those worn by the Philadelphia Eagles in the team's inaugural season, and had been the same colors used by the Frankford Yellow Jackets franchise prior to its suspension of operations in 1931.

October 15, 1933: Eagles Play First Game

On October 15, 1933, the Philadelphia 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 Both Begin Play

In 1933, the Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers both began play and were part of the same division, marking the start of a major rivalry that lasted through 1966.

1933: Inaugural Season

In 1933, the Eagles and Washington Redskins/Commanders franchises played in the same division during the Eagles' inaugural season.

1933: Joined NFL Eastern Division

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

1933: Team Colors

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

1933: Beginning of Rivalry with Giants

In 1933, the Eagles' rivalry with the New York Giants began with the founding of the Eagles, with both teams playing in the same division since then.

1933: Eagles Established

In 1933, the Philadelphia Eagles were 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 Join NFL as Expansion Team

In the 1933 NFL season, the Philadelphia Eagles were one of three teams, along with the Pittsburgh Pirates and the now-defunct Cincinnati Reds, to join the NFL as expansion teams. Wray became the Eagles' first head coach. The Eagles struck a deal with the Philadelphia Phillies, to begin playing at the Baker Bowl.

1933: Start of Eagles-Giants Rivalry

The Eagles' heated rivalry with the Giants is the oldest of the NFC East rivalries, dating back to 1933, and is often cited as one of the best rivalries in the NFL.

October 21, 1934: First Meeting vs Redskins

On October 21, 1934, the Eagles first met the Washington Redskins (then known as the Boston Redskins) at Fenway Park, where the Redskins defeated the Eagles 6–0.

1934: Teams Win Titles

Between 1927 and 1934, the Chicago Bears, New York Giants, and Green Bay Packers won all but one title.

1934: Eagles Tie for Third in the East

In 1934, the second season for the Eagles, they tied for third in the East, marking 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, a revolutionary concept in professional sports.

1935: Added Green to Uniforms

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

1935: Training Camp at Chestnut Hill Academy

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

1936: Eagles Play at Municipal Stadium

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

1936: Bell Becomes Sole Owner of Eagles

In 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 assumed the head coaching position.

1937: Eagles Finish Season

The Eagles finished the 1937 season with a 2-8-1 record and continued to struggle over the next three seasons.

1939: Eagles at Municipal Stadium

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

1939: Training Camp at Saint Joseph's University

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

December 1940: Pennsylvania Polka

In December 1940, Bert Bell stopped the sale of Art Rooney's Steelers to Alexis Thompson. Rooney 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: Eagles Sign Lease for Shibe Park

In 1940, Bert Bell signed a lease for Shibe Park, after balking at a rent increase for Municipal Stadium.

1941: Eagles Finish Season

In 1941, the Eagles finished the season with a 2-8-1 record under head coach Greasy Neale.

1941: Eagles Move to Shibe Park

In the 1941 season, the Eagles played their home opener at Municipal Stadium, and then moved to Shibe Park. Stands were erected in right field to accommodate football.

1942: Eagles Finish Season

In the 1942 season, the Eagles finished the season with a 2-9 record.

1943: Training Camp at Saint Joseph's University

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

1943: Eagles Merge with Steelers

In 1943, the Eagles merged with the Pittsburgh Steelers due to player shortages from World War II, forming 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.

1944: First Winning Season

In 1944, the Philadelphia 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 finished in second place.

1945: NFL team had two months without a TD catch

In 1945, the last time an NFL team had gone through both September and October without a TD catch.

1946: Training Camp at Saranac Lake

From 1946 to 1948, the Eagles held their training camp at Saranac Lake.

1946: Second Place Finish

In 1946, the Eagles finished in second place.

1947: Eagles Reach NFL Championship Game

In 1947, the Philadelphia Eagles reached the NFL Championship game for the first time, losing to the Chicago Cardinals 28-21 at Comiskey Park in Chicago.

1948: Training Camp at Saranac Lake

From 1946 to 1948, the Eagles held their training camp at Saranac Lake.

1948: Team Logo

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

1948: Eagles Offense Sets Record

In 1948, the Eagles' offense set a franchise record, which was surpassed during the 2013 season.

1948: Eagles Win First NFL Championship

In 1948, the Philadelphia Eagles won their first NFL Championship against the Chicago Cardinals by a score of 7-0. Steve Van Buren ran for a five-yard touchdown.

1948: NFL Championship Victory

In 1948, the Philadelphia Eagles won their first NFL Championship against the Chicago Cardinals with a score of 7-0. The only score was a five-yard touchdown run by Steve Van Buren in the fourth quarter.

1949: First division title since 1949

In 1949, the Eagles won their first division title, marking a significant milestone. The team was led by veteran players.

1949: Eagles Win Second Consecutive NFL Championship

In 1949, the Eagles won their second consecutive NFL Championship, winning 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: Best Rushing Offense Since 1949

In 2021, the Eagles finished with the #1 rushing offense, the best in franchise history since the 1949 Eagles team.

1949: Eagles Sold to "Happy Hundred"

Prior to the start of the 1949 season, the Philadelphia 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: Part of NFL Eastern Division

Until 1949, the Eagles were a part of the NFL Eastern Division.

1950: Greasy Neale Retires

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

1950: Joined National Conference

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

1950: Eagles Lose to Cleveland Browns

In 1950, the Philadelphia Eagles opened the season against the AAFC champion Cleveland Browns and lost 35-10. The Eagles finished the 1950 season 6-6.

1951: Training Camp at Hershey

From 1951 to 1967, the Eagles held their training camp at Hershey.

1951: Bo McMillin Forced to Retire

Two games into the 1951 season, Bo McMillin, head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, was forced to retire following a diagnosis of terminal stomach cancer.

1953: Joined Eastern Conference

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

1954: Shibe Park Renamed

In 1954, Shibe Park was renamed Connie Mack Stadium.

1954: Logo on Helmets

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

1957: Eagles Move to Franklin Field

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

1958: Eagles Hire Buck Shaw and Acquire Norm Van Brocklin

In 1958, the Eagles hired Buck Shaw as head coach and acquired 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 attended the Eagles game on October 11 at Franklin Field against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Bell suffered a heart attack during the fourth quarter and died later that day.

September 30, 1960: First Game vs Cowboys

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

November 20, 1960: "The Hit" by Chuck Bednarik on Frank Gifford

On November 20, 1960, Chuck Bednarik made a famous tackle, known as "The Hit", on Frank Gifford during a game at Yankee Stadium. The hit resulted in Gifford being hospitalized and retiring for 18 months. The NFL ranked the tackle as the 44th greatest play in league history on the 100th anniversary of the NFL's founding.

December 26, 1960: Eagles defeat Packers in 1960 NFL Championship Game

On December 26, 1960, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Green Bay Packers in the NFL Championship Game. The game was one of the coldest days in Philadelphia history. Chuck Bednarik played both offense and defense, and the game ended with him tackling Jim Taylor to secure the win.

1960: Ed Khayat's Championship

In 1960, Ed Khayat was a defensive lineman on the Eagles' NFL championship team.

1960: Van Brocklin's final season and departure

In 1960, Norm Van Brocklin played his final season with the Philadelphia Eagles with the understanding he would become head coach. However, he was passed over for the head coaching position and left the organization, later becoming the head coach for the Minnesota Vikings.

1960: Eagles' celebrated season

In 1960, the Eagles had a celebrated season, led by veteran players in their final season. Despite lacking talent, they won their first division title since 1949, aided by Pro Bowl receivers Tommy McDonald and Pete Retzlaff.

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1960: Eagles win NFL Championship

In 1960, the Philadelphia Eagles won another NFL Championship.

1960: First Championship Since 1960

In 1960, the Philadelphia Eagles won their first championship since 1960, ending the third-longest active championship drought in the NFL at 57 years.

1960: Honoring 1960 Team

On September 12, 2010, the Eagles wore uniforms similar to the ones worn by the 1960 championship team, in honor of the 50th anniversary of that team.

1961: Sonny Jurgensen becomes Eagles' starter

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

1962: Struggling Season

From 1962 to 1975 the Eagles only managed one winning season

1962: Injury-decimated team suffers heavy loss

In 1962, the Philadelphia Eagles team was decimated by injuries, resulting in only three wins. They suffered a significant loss at home, 49-0, against the Packers.

1963: Jerry Wolman buys the team

In 1963, Jerry Wolman, a 36-year-old millionaire, bought the Philadelphia Eagles for $5.505 million from the remaining shareholders. This purchase was unprecedented.

1964: Joe Kuharich hired as coach, Santa Claus incident

In 1964, Jerry Wolman hired Joe Kuharich to a 15-year contract as coach of the Philadelphia Eagles. During this period, the infamous Santa Claus incident occurred where fans pelted a Santa Claus with snowballs.

1966: Winning season and Playoff Bowl loss

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

1966: Start of Steelers' Road Losing Streak

In 1966, the Pittsburgh Steelers began an eleven-game road losing streak against the Eagles, which also marked the start of the Super Bowl era.

1966: Part of Eastern Conference

Until 1966, the Eagles were a part of the Eastern Conference.

1967: Training Camp at Hershey

From 1951 to 1967, the Eagles held their training camp at Hershey.

1967: Eagles and Steelers Placed in Separate Divisions

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

1967: Placed in Capitol Division

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

1967: Eagles finish 6-7-1

In 1967, the Philadelphia Eagles finished with a 6-7-1 record, continuing a period of struggles.

1968: Training Camp at Albright College

From 1968 to 1972, the Eagles held their training camp at Albright College.

1968: Eagles record a 2-12 season

In 1968, the Philadelphia Eagles had a poor performance, finishing the season with a 2-12 record, indicating a decline in the team's standings.

1968: Snowballs at Santa Claus

In the 1968 season, fans of the struggling 2–11 Eagles pelted snowballs at an incarnation of Santa Claus during a halftime Christmas celebration.

1969: Stylized Eagle Look

From 1969 to 1972, the eagle took on a more stylized look.

1969: Leonard Tose buys the team, Kuharich fired

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

1969: AstroTurf Installed at Franklin Field

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

1969: Helmet Versions

In 1969, the team wore two helmet versions: Kelly green with white wings in road games, and white with kelly green wings at home.

1970: White Helmets

From 1970 to 1973, the Eagles wore the white helmets with Kelly green wings exclusively.

1970: Eagles placed in NFC East, last season at Franklin Field

In 1970, the Philadelphia Eagles were placed in the NFC East Division following the NFL and AFL merger. 1970 marked the Eagles' last season at Franklin Field, and the team finished last in their division with a 3–10–1 record.

1970: Steelers Move to American Football Conference

In 1970, the Pittsburgh Steelers moved to the American Football Conference, while the Eagles remained in the National Football Conference.

1970: Placed in NFC East

In 1970, when the league reformed into the NFC and AFC, the Eagles were placed in the NFC East.

1971: Move to Veterans Stadium, coaching change

In 1971, the Philadelphia Eagles moved to Veterans Stadium. After a poor start to the season, coach Jerry Williams was fired and replaced by Ed Khayat. The team also traded Norm Snead to the Vikings, impacting their quarterback situation. The team finished the season with 6 wins in the last 9 games thanks to the defense led by Bill Bradley who led the NFL in interceptions.

1972: Training Camp at Albright College

From 1968 to 1972, the Eagles held their training camp at Albright College.

1972: Stylized Eagle Look

From 1969 to 1972, the eagle took on a more stylized look.

1972: Don McCafferty Fired

In 1972, Don McCafferty of the Baltimore Colts was fired, making Doug Pederson the first head coach to be fired within three years of winning a Super Bowl since McCafferty's firing after the 1972 NFL season.

1972: Surprise wins and NFL Draft implications

In 1972, the Philadelphia Eagles finished with a 2–11–1 record. They had surprise wins against the Kansas City Chiefs and the Houston Oilers. The outcome of the game against the Oilers influenced the 1973 NFL draft.

1972: Eagles Worst Season

In 1972, the Philadelphia Eagles had one of their worst seasons.

1973: Training Camp at Widener University

From 1973 to 1979, the Eagles held their training camp at Widener University.

1973: Mike McCormack becomes coach

In 1973, Mike McCormack became the coach of the Philadelphia Eagles and improved the offense with the help of Roman Gabriel and Harold Carmichael.

1973: Team Name Added to Logo

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

1973: NFL Draft

In the 1973 NFL draft, the Eagles selected USC tight end Charle Young.

1974: Silver Wings Design

In 1974, Joseph A. Scirrotto Jr. designed the silver wings within a white outline, and this style on a kelly green helmet became standard for over two decades.

1974: Addition of Bill Bergey

In 1974, the Philadelphia Eagles added Bill Bergey, a future Pro Bowl linebacker, to their defensive lineup.

1975: Struggling Season

From 1962 to 1975 the Eagles only managed one winning season. The Eagles finished 1976 with the same 4-10 record as in 1975.

1975: McCormack fired after 4-10 season

In 1975, Mike McCormack was fired as coach of the Philadelphia Eagles after a 4-10 season.

1976: Dick Vermeil hired as coach

In 1976, Dick Vermeil was hired as coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, a team struggling for over a decade. Despite young talent, the team finished with a 4–10 record.

1976: Merrill Reese Joins Eagles

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

1976: Subject of the Movie Invincible

The 1976 Philadelphia Eagles season was the subject of the movie "Invincible".

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1977: Ron Jaworski trade and defensive improvement

In 1977, the Philadelphia Eagles traded for quarterback Ron Jaworski from the Los Angeles Rams. The defense, led by Bill Bergey, began to establish a reputation for being hard-hitting.

1978: Falcons Upset Eagles in Wild Card Round

In 1978, the Atlanta Falcons upset the Eagles in the Wild Card Round with a 14–13 victory, sparking the Eagles-Falcons rivalry.

1978: "The Miracle at the Meadowlands"

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

1978: Regular-Season Schedule Lengthened

In 1978, the regular-season schedule was lengthened to its present 16 games.

1979: Training Camp at Widener University

From 1973 to 1979, the Eagles held their training camp at Widener University.

1979: Eagles tie for first place, Montgomery's record

In 1979, the Philadelphia Eagles tied for first place with an 11–5 record. Wilbert Montgomery broke team rushing records with 1,512 yards.

1980: Training Camp at West Chester University

From 1980 to 1995, the Eagles held their training camp at West Chester University.

1980: Eagles win NFC Championship, advance to Super Bowl XV

In 1980, the Philadelphia Eagles dominated the NFC, defeating the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Championship Game 20–7. Wilbert Montgomery's outstanding rushing performance led the Eagles to Super Bowl XV.

1981: Wild Card Berth and playoff loss to Giants

In 1981, the Philadelphia Eagles started the season strong but finished 10-6, earning a wild-card berth. They lost in the wild-card round to the New York Giants 27-21, ending their hopes of repeating as NFC champs.

1982: Dick Vermeil quits due to "burnout"

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

1983: Failed playoff

In 1983, the Philadelphia Eagles failed to make the playoffs, continuing a period of struggles.

1984: Tied NFL Record

In 1984, the Eagles tied the NFL record for the most total wins in a season, matching the mark set by the San Francisco 49ers.

1984: Potential move to Phoenix

In 1984, the Philadelphia Eagles failed to make the playoffs and considered moving to Phoenix, Arizona.

1985: Braman and Leibowitz buy team, Campbell fired

In 1985, Norman Braman and Ed Leibowitz purchased the Philadelphia Eagles from Leonard Tose for $65 million to cover Tose's gambling debts. Marion Campbell was fired during the season.

1985: Bears division crown

In 1985, the Chicago Bears clinched the NFC East division crown.

1985: Tied NFL Record

In 1985, the Eagles tied the NFL record for the most total wins in a season, matching the mark set by the Chicago Bears.

1985: Acquisition of Reggie White

In 1985, the Philadelphia Eagles acquired the rights to elite pass rusher Reggie White through the Supplemental draft.

1985: #1 Rushing Offense Since 1985

The Eagles finished the 2021 season with the #1 rushing offense; It was the best rushing offense since the 1985 Chicago Bears.

1986: Buddy Ryan's arrival and team rejuvenation

In 1986, Buddy Ryan became the head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles and revitalized the team with his tough attitude. Ron Jaworski was released, and Randall Cunningham showed promise despite a 5–10–1 season.

1987: Players' strike and regular team's revenge win

In 1987, a strike shortened the NFL season. Replacement players filled in during the strike, and the regular Eagles team later won a revenge game against the Dallas Cowboys. The team finished the season with a 7-8 record.

1987: Establishment of Eagles Honor Roll

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

1988: Playoff loss to Chicago Bears in "Fog Bowl"

In 1988, the Philadelphia Eagles reached the playoffs but lost to the Chicago Bears in a game known as the "Fog Bowl", with a score of 20–12.

1989: "Bounty Bowls" against Dallas

In 1989, the Philadelphia Eagles played two matches against Dallas known as the "Bounty Bowls". Buddy Ryan placed a bounty on the Cowboys' kicker, and Eagles fans threw snowballs at the Cowboys' coach. The Eagles won both games.

1989: Bounty Bowl

In 1989, the rivalry between the Eagles and Cowboys escalated with the "Bounty Bowl" incident.

November 12, 1990: "Body Bag Game" victory over Redskins

On November 12, 1990, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Washington Redskins 28–14 during a Monday Night Football game. The game was dubbed the "Body Bag Game" due to the high number of injuries inflicted on the Redskins by the Eagles.

January 7, 1991: Ryan Fired, Kotite Hired

On January 7, 1991, the Philadelphia Eagles fired head coach Buddy Ryan and replaced him with offensive coordinator Rich Kotite.

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 team and fan base dedicated the 1992 season to honor his memory, with the motto "bring it home for Jerome".

1993: Eagles Miss Playoffs

In 1993, after a promising start, the Philadelphia Eagles, coached by Rich Kotite, fell apart and missed the playoffs, finishing the regular season with an 8-8 record.

May 6, 1994: Jeffrey Lurie Buys the Eagles

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

1994: Jeffrey Lurie Buys the Team

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

1994: Eagles Miss Playoffs, Rhodes Hired

In 1994, Jeffrey Lurie's first season as owner, the Philadelphia Eagles finished with a 7-9 record and missed the playoffs. As a result, Rich Kotite was fired and replaced by Ray Rhodes, the former defensive coordinator for the San Francisco 49ers.

1995: Team Logo

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

1995: Training Camp at West Chester University

From 1980 to 1995, the Eagles held their training camp at West Chester University.

1995: End of Cunningham's Tenure as Starting Quarterback

In 1995, Ray Rhodes benched Randall Cunningham in favor of Rodney Peete, leading to tension. Rumors circulated that Lurie and Rhodes tried to trade Cunningham to the Arizona Cardinals, but the trade did not materialize, and Cunningham retired shortly after the season.

1995: Super Bowl XXIX Record

In 1995, Super Bowl XXIX set a Super Bowl record of 75 points. The combined 74 points scored in the Eagles' Super Bowl win was one point shy of the Super Bowl record of 75, set in Super Bowl XXIX in 1995.

1995: Eagles playoff run ends in Divisional Round

In 1995, the Philadelphia Eagles finished the season with a 10-6 record, earning a playoff spot. They defeated the Detroit Lions 58-37 in the Wild Card Round but were eliminated in the Divisional Round by the Dallas Cowboys with a score of 30-11. This marked Randall Cunningham's last game as an Eagle.

December 1996: Cowboys Last Playoff Win

December 1996 marked the last time the Dallas Cowboys had won a playoff game until their victory against the Eagles in January 2009.

1996: Uniform Change and Playoff Loss

In 1996, the Philadelphia Eagles changed their uniform colors from kelly green to a darker midnight green. They lost in the playoffs despite a 10-6 regular season record.

1996: Logo and Uniform Alterations

In 1996, the team's logo and uniforms were radically altered. The primary kelly green color was changed to "midnight green". Silver was practically abandoned, and the helmet wings were changed to a primarily white color. The team's logo combination also changed.

1997: Eagles Appoint Judge to Preside Over Courtroom at Stadium

After a 1997 game against the San Francisco 49ers in Philadelphia featured many incidents, the Eagles appointed a judge, Seamus McCaffery, to preside over a temporary courtroom at the stadium.

1997: Eagles Campaign

After a 6–9–1 campaign, the Philadelphia Eagles had a poor season in 1997.

1997: Midnight Green Jerseys and Pants

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

1997: 49ers division crown

In 1997, the San Francisco 49ers clinched the NFC East division crown.

1997: Previous Cowboys-Cardinals match in Arizona

In 1997, there was a previous Cowboys–Cardinals match in Arizona.

1998: Andy Reid Packers' Quarterback Coach

In 1998, Andy Reid worked as Packers' quarterback coach.

1998: Mike Quick Replaces Stan Walters

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

1998: Eagles Worst Season Since 1972, Rhodes Fired

In 1998, the Philadelphia Eagles suffered a 3-13 record, their worst since 1972. As a result, head coach Ray Rhodes was fired.

September 12, 1999: Last Home Game Blacked Out

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

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 cervical spine injury after being tackled by Eagles safety Tim Hauck. Some Eagles fans were reported to have responded with applause. Irvin was taken to Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. The Eagles finished the season with a 5-11 record.

1999: Home Game Sellout Streak Begins

In 1999, the Philadelphia Eagles began a continuous sellout streak for every home game.

1999: Andy Reid Hired, McNabb Drafted

In 1999, the Philadelphia Eagles hired Andy Reid as head coach and drafted Donovan McNabb as the second overall pick in the NFL draft. There was initial skepticism and booing from fans who wanted Ricky Williams instead.

1999: Eagles missed the playoffs

In 1999, the Philadelphia Eagles missed the playoffs.

1999: Rebuilding Year and Ticket Sales

The 1999 season was a rebuilding year for the Philadelphia Eagles, with two home games failing to sell out, leading to local TV blackouts.

2000: "Pickle Juice Game"

In 2000, the Philadelphia Eagles won the "Pickle Juice Game" against the Dallas Cowboys, where players drank pickle juice to combat the 109-degree heat. The Eagles won 41-14. The season ended with an 11-5 record and a playoff berth.

2001: Playoff Loss to the Rams

In 2001, the Philadelphia Eagles finished the season with an 11-5 record and made it to the playoffs, eventually losing to the St. Louis Rams in the NFC Championship game 29-24.

2002: Tom Brady's Super Bowl Win

In 2002, Tom Brady won Super Bowl XXXVI as the backup for Drew Bledsoe, a feat that Nick Foles would later emulate, becoming the first backup quarterback to start and win a Super Bowl since Brady's win in 2002.

2002: NFC Championship Loss

In 2002, despite injuries, the Philadelphia Eagles reached the NFC Championship game with a 12-4 record, but lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 27-10 in the last game at Veterans Stadium.

2002: Midnight Green Jerseys and Pants

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

2002: NFC Championship Loss and Last Game at Veterans Stadium

In 2002, the Eagles lost the NFC Championship Game to the Buccaneers 27-10, which was also the final game ever played at Veterans Stadium.

December 2003: "Eagles Court" Ends

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

2003: Uniform Changes and Black Alternate Jerseys Debut

In 2003, black shadows and silver trim were added to the white and green numbering on both white and green jerseys. The team also debuted black alternate jerseys, which were worn for two selected home games each season. In the 2003 and 2004 regular season home finales, the team wore the green road pants with the black alternate jerseys, but lost both games.

2003: White Jerseys and Pants

In 2003, the Eagles wore white jerseys with white pants in the first two games of the season. After that, the white jerseys along with white pants were worn exclusively during preseason games from 2004 to 2011, with the exception of 2007 and 2010.

2003: Shutout Loss and NFC Championship Appearance

In 2003, the Philadelphia Eagles were shut out by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first regular-season game at Lincoln Financial Field. Despite this, the team finished 12-4 and reached the NFC Championship game, losing to the Carolina Panthers 14-3.

March 16, 2004: Acquisition of Terrell Owens

On March 16, 2004, the Philadelphia Eagles acquired Terrell Owens in a three-way trade with the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers.

2004: White Jerseys and Pants During Preseason

From 2004 to 2011, with the exception of 2007 and 2010, the white jerseys along with white pants were worn exclusively during preseason games.

2004: Peyton Manning Sets Passer Rating Record

In 2004, Peyton Manning set the record for the best passer rating, which Nick Foles came close to breaking in the 2013 season.

2004: Terrell Owens' Debut

In 2004, Terrell Owens had an impressive debut, the Eagles had a player score three touchdowns in their debut until Saquon Barkley in 2024.

2004: Last time Eagles repeated as NFC East champions

In 2004, the Eagles were the last team to repeat as NFC East champions before the 2025 Eagles.

2004: Giants' wide receivers caught only two touchdown passes

In 2004, the New York Giants' wide receivers caught only two touchdown passes.

2004: Matching 2004 Start

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

2004: Green Road Pants with Black Alternate Jerseys and Black Cleats

In the 2003 and 2004 regular season home finales, the team wore the green road pants with the black alternate jerseys, but lost both games. Also, in 2004, the team also started wearing black cleats exclusively.

2005: Eagles Rank Second in Merchandise Sales

Despite finishing with a 6–10 record in the 2005 season, the 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: Team Struggles, Owens Suspended

In 2005, the Philadelphia Eagles had a 6-10 record, failing to make the playoffs for the first time since 1999. Terrell Owens was suspended and eventually cut due to behavior issues and a feud with Donovan McNabb.

2005: Super Bowl XXXIX Rematch

In 2005, the Philadelphia Eagles played against Tom Brady and the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XXXIX, marking their second Super Bowl appearance together.

2006: Black Alternate Jerseys Once a Season

From 2006 to 2013, the Eagles have only worn the alternate black jerseys once a season and 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 Eagles fans third in its study to determine the most loyal fans in the NFL, noting they filled 99.8% of the seats in the stadium over the previous decade.

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 that describes 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, despite losing McNabb to injury, the Eagles, led by Westbrook, secured their fifth NFC East title under coach Reid with a 10-6 record. They won against the New York Giants in the Wild Card game but were defeated by the New Orleans Saints in the Divisional Round.

2006: Close Series Since 2006

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

2006: "The Gang Gets Invincible" references Invincible

The comedy television series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia references the 2006 film Invincible.

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2006: Mentioned in Silver Linings Playbook novel

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

2007: Throwback Uniforms

For the 2007 season, the Eagles used throwback uniforms in place of the black alternates for their anniversary to commemorate past teams. Due to the special 75th anniversary uniforms serving as the "alternates" for one game in 2007, the Eagles could not wear the alternate black jersey that season per league rules at the time.

2007: White Jerseys and Pants During Preseason

From 2004 to 2011, with the exception of 2007 and 2010, the white jerseys along with white pants were worn exclusively during preseason games.

2007: Tied NFL Record

In 2007, the Eagles tied the NFL record for the most total wins in a season, matching the mark set by the New England Patriots.

2007: 75th Anniversary Uniforms

In 2007, to celebrate the team's 75th anniversary, the uniforms featured a 75th season logo patch on the left shoulder. The team wore "throwback" yellow and blue jerseys against the Detroit Lions, winning the game 56–21.

2007: Eagles Miss Playoffs

In the 2007 season, the Eagles ended with an 8-8 record, failing to reach the playoffs for the second time in three seasons.

August 2008: Consecutive Sold-Out Games and Waiting List

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

2008: Eagles Games Broadcast on WYSP and WIP

From 2008 through 2010, Eagles games were broadcast on both rock-formatted WYSP and sports-talk Sports Radio 610 WIP, as both stations were owned and operated by CBS Radio.

2008: Eagles Fans Ranked First by Forbes

In 2008, Forbes placed the Eagles fans first in its survey, which was based on the correlation between team performance and fan attendance.

2008: Eagles Upset Giants En Route to NFC Championship Game

In 2008, the Eagles finished the season with a 9-6-1 record and made the playoffs with a wild card berth. The team upset the Minnesota Vikings in the first round, winning the game 26-14 and defeated the defending Super Bowl champion New York Giants 23-11 en route to their sixth NFC Championship Game. However, they lost to the Arizona Cardinals 32-25.

2008: Black Jerseys with White Pants

In 2008, the black jerseys with white pants reappeared for the Thanksgiving night game against the Arizona Cardinals.

2008: Highlighted in Silver Linings Playbook

The film Silver Linings Playbook highlights the 2008 Philadelphia Eagles season.

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January 2009: Eagles Lose Wild Card Game to Cowboys

In January 2009, the Eagles lost their wild card game against the Dallas Cowboys 34-14, handing Dallas their first playoff win since December 1996.

December 6, 2009: Andy Reid Achieves Milestone Victory

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

2009: Doug Pederson Joins Eagles as Quality Control Assistant Coach

In 2009, Doug Pederson began his time with the Eagles as a quality control assistant coach, before being promoted in later seasons.

January 11, 2010: Tom Heckert, Jr. Hired by Cleveland Browns

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

March 5, 2010: Brian Westbrook Cut from Eagles

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

April 4, 2010: Donovan McNabb Traded to Washington Redskins

On April 4, 2010, the Eagles traded Donovan McNabb to the Washington Redskins for a second-round draft pick.

September 12, 2010: Wore uniforms similar to 1960 championship team

On September 12, 2010, the Eagles wore uniforms similar to the ones that were worn by the 1960 championship team in honor the 50th anniversary of that team. In weeks 4 and 6 of the 2010 season, the Eagles wore their white jerseys in a matchup against the Washington Redskins and Atlanta Falcons, respectively, before reverting to their midnight green jerseys for the rest of their home games.

2010: Throwback Uniforms

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

2010: White Jerseys and Pants During Preseason

From 2004 to 2011, with the exception of 2007 and 2010, the white jerseys along with white pants were worn exclusively during preseason games.

2010: Eagles Games Broadcast on WYSP and WIP

From 2008 through 2010, Eagles games were broadcast on both rock-formatted WYSP and sports-talk Sports Radio 610 WIP, as both stations were owned and operated by CBS Radio.

2010: Doug Pederson Continues as Quality Control Assistant Coach

In 2010, Doug Pederson remained in the role of quality control assistant coach for the Eagles.

2010: Vick Takes Over as Eagles Starter

In the 2010 season, after Kevin Kolb suffered a concussion in Week 1, Michael Vick took over as the starting quarterback for the Eagles.

2010: Rivalry Balance Since 2010

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

2011: White Jerseys and Pants During Preseason

From 2004 to 2011, with the exception of 2007 and 2010, the white jerseys along with white pants were worn exclusively during preseason games.

2011: Did Not Use Black Jerseys

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

2011: Aaron Rodgers Sets Passer Rating Record

In 2011, Aaron Rodgers set the record for the highest passer rating in NFL history, which Nick Foles nearly surpassed in 2013.

2011: WYSP Renamed WIP-FM

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

2011: Doug Pederson Promoted to Quarterbacks Coach

In 2011, Doug Pederson was promoted to quarterbacks coach for the Eagles.

2011: Sweeping the Cowboys

In 2024, the Eagles clinched the NFC East by sweeping the Dallas Cowboys for the first time since 2011, with Barkley running for 167 yards and crossing the 2,000 yard mark.

2011: Eagles "Dream Team" Fails to Meet Expectations

The 2011 season for the Eagles was a major disappointment, despite high-profile free agency signings and Vince Young calling Philadelphia the "Dream Team". The team finished with an 8–8 record and missed the playoffs.

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

On December 30, 2012, after a loss to the New York Giants, head coach Andy Reid was fired after fourteen seasons with the team.

2012: Eagles Honor Roll Retitled as Eagles Hall of Fame

By 2012, the Eagles Honor Roll had been retitled as the Eagles Hall of Fame.

2012: Nike Uniforms

For the 2012 season, Nike took over from Reebok as the NFL's official apparel licensee, but the Eagles decided that they would not be adopting Nike's "Elite 51" uniform technology. The Eagles also revived their black alternate jersey and resumed wearing white pants with their white jerseys in the regular season.

2012: Doug Pederson Serves as Quarterbacks Coach for Eagles

In 2012, Doug Pederson continued his role as the quarterbacks coach for the Philadelphia Eagles.

January 16, 2013: Chip Kelly Hired as Head Coach

On January 16, 2013, Chip Kelly was brought in as head coach of the Eagles after a 4-12 season.

2013: Black Alternate Jerseys Once a Season

From 2006 to 2013, the Eagles have only worn the alternate black jerseys once a season and 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 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 Eagles post-game show is hosted by Kevin Riley and Rob Ellis.

2014: Adopted Elite 51-style Uniform

For the 2014 season, the Eagles officially adopted the "Elite 51"-style uniform from Nike. However, 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 Promising Start

In 2014, the Eagles began the season strongly, making NFL history by winning their first three games after trailing by ten or more points. However, despite holding the divisional title for most of the season, injuries and losses led to their elimination from playoff contention.

2014: Blackout Uniforms

In Week 6 of 2014, the Eagles introduced black pants to complement their black jerseys, giving them a blackout uniform set. The Eagles won the game 27–0. The victory was their first shutout in 18 years.

December 29, 2015: Chip Kelly Released as Head Coach

On December 29, 2015, Chip Kelly was released as head coach of the Eagles after a 6-9 record. Pat Shurmur was named interim head coach.

2015: Eagles Slated for 13th Overall Pick

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

2015: Chip Kelly Makes Controversial Moves and Eagles Struggle

In 2015, Chip Kelly made controversial personnel moves, including trading LeSean McCoy and Nick Foles, and acquiring DeMarco Murray and Byron Maxwell. The Eagles struggled, and Murray's performance declined.

2015: Doug Pederson Coaches Alex Smith

In 2015, as the Kansas City Chiefs' offensive coordinator, Doug Pederson was praised for his work with quarterback Alex Smith, helping the Chiefs move into the top 10 in scoring offense.

2015: Preseason Games Televised on WCAU

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

January 18, 2016: Doug Pederson Hired as Head Coach

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

September 3, 2016: Sam Bradford Traded, Carson Wentz Named Starter

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

2016: Color Rush Uniforms

In Week 16 of 2016, the Eagles wore a variation of the all-black look as part of the NFL Color Rush program, but with solid black socks as opposed to black with white sanitary socks of the original look.

2016: Tom Brady Breaks TD-INT Ratio Record

In the 2016 season, Tom Brady broke Nick Foles's record for the best TD-INT ratio in NFL history, which Foles had set in 2013.

2017: Drew Pearson Insults Eagles

In 2017, Cowboys legend Drew Pearson insulted the Eagles franchise during the draft weekend.

2017: Reunion with Frank Reich

In 2017, Frank Reich was the Eagles' offensive coordinator during their Super Bowl-winning season.

2017: Super Bowl LIX Win

In 2017, the Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40–22 in Super Bowl LIX, winning their second Super Bowl. Jalen Hurts was named Super Bowl MVP, breaking his own record for most rushing yards for a quarterback in a Super Bowl, with 72. Barkley set the NFL record for most rushing (2,504) and scrimmage yards (2,857) in a full season. The Eagles also set an NFL record for the most points scored in a postseason with 145 points.

2017: Eagles Extend Broadcasting Contract with WIP-FM

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

2017: Eagles Clinch #1 Seed Despite Wentz Injury

In 2017, the Eagles started the season with a 10-1 record and finished 13-3, clinching the #1 seed and home-field advantage. Carson Wentz was injured in Week 14, and Nick Foles took over as quarterback.

2017: Eagles Make Draft Pick Trade

In 2017, the Eagles traded draft picks from the 2016 draft and a pick from the 2017 draft.

2017: Eagles Defeat Falcons in Divisional Round

In 2017, the Eagles' path to winning Super Bowl LII included a divisional round victory over the Falcons.

2017: First Since 2017

In 2022, the Eagles secured their third 13-win season, their first since 2017.

2017: First NFC Championship Since 2017

In 2023, the Eagles advanced to the NFC Championship for the first time since 2017.

2017: All-White Look

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

2018: David Akers Insults Cowboys

In 2018, Eagles legend David Akers reciprocated the insults towards the Cowboys franchise during the draft weekend.

2018: Eagles Make Draft Pick Trade

In 2018, the Eagles traded draft picks from the 2016 draft and a pick from the 2018 draft.

2018: Only White Pants

In 2018, the 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: Injuries and Playoff Berth

In 2018, the Philadelphia Eagles faced numerous injuries, including to quarterback Carson Wentz. Nick Foles started the season, and Wentz returned in week 3. Despite a 4-6 record after 10 games, the Eagles managed to win 5 of their last 6, finishing the season with a 9-7 record and making the playoffs as the sixth seed.

2018: Matching 2018 Record

In 2019, the Eagles matched their 9-7 record from 2018 and made it to the playoffs.

2018: First Postseason Win Since 2018

In the Divisional Round of 2023, the Eagles routed the Giants for their first postseason win since 2018.

2019: Carli Lloyd at Eagles Joint Practice

In 2019, soccer star Carli Lloyd appeared at a joint practice of the Eagles with the Baltimore Ravens, where she nailed a 55-yard field goal attempt.

2019: Another Playoff Appearance

In 2019, the Eagles matched their 9–7 record from 2018. They won 4 straight games to close the season, clinching the NFC East in Week 17 and a playoff berth for the third consecutive season. Carson Wentz started his first playoff game but left early due to a concussion. The Eagles lost to the Seahawks 17–9, ending their season.

2019: All-White Road Uniform

In 2019, the all-white look began to be utilized 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.

2019: Clinching the NFC East

In 2022, the Eagles clinched the NFC East for the first time since 2019 and the NFC's #1 seed for the first time since 2017.

2020: 610 WIP Changes to WTEL

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: Struggles and Quarterback Change

In 2020, the Eagles had a difficult season, opening with consecutive losses, and tying with the Bengals due to a controversial coaching decision. Injuries plagued the team, leading to 14 different offensive line combinations. Rookie quarterback Jalen Hurts replaced Wentz, leading the Eagles to one victory before finishing the season with a 4-11-1 record and missing the playoffs.

January 11, 2021: Doug Pederson Fired

On January 11, 2021, the Eagles announced that they had fired head coach Doug Pederson after a disappointing season. The move was described as being in the best interests of both Pederson and the team.

January 21, 2021: Nick Sirianni Hired

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

2021: White Uniforms and Black Pants

During Week 10 of the 2021 season, the 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.

2021: Eagles Played Chiefs at Least Once a Year Since 2021

Since 2021, the Eagles played the Kansas City Chiefs at least once a year, with two of those matchups being Super Bowls.

2022: Vic Fangio Consultant

In 2022, Vic Fangio served as a consultant for the Philadelphia Eagles.

2022: Eagles Wordmark Change

In 2022, the Eagles announced a change to a more modernized wordmark design.

2022: New Black Alternate Helmet

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

2022: Franchise-Best Start

In 2022, the Eagles won their first eight games, marking their best start in franchise history. They also matched their franchise-best 13-1 start from 2004 and secured their third 13-win season and first since 2017. The Eagles reached 14 regular season wins, a franchise record, and Jalen Hurts was named as one of the five finalists for the NFL Most Valuable Player Award.

2022: Conditional Draft Pick

In the 2022 NFL draft, the Eagles had a conditional second round pick as part of a trade.

2022: Inflation Adjustment of Entry Fee

The $3,500 entry fee that the Bell-Wray group paid in 1931 for the Philadelphia Eagles franchise is equivalent to roughly US$67,000 in 2022 dollars.

2023: Kelly Green Uniforms Return

In 2023, Kelly Green uniforms returned as the teams 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: Defending NFC Champions' Struggles

In 2023, despite starting 10-1, the Eagles, as defending NFC Champions, had a poor defense, ranking 26th. The Eagles were eliminated in the Wild Card round. Offensive coordinator Brian Johnson and defensive coordinator Sean Desai were subsequently fired.

March 4, 2024: Jason Kelce Retirement

On March 4, 2024, center Jason Kelce announced his retirement after 13 years with the Eagles.

March 13, 2024: Saquon Barkley Signs with Eagles

On March 13, 2024, Saquon Barkley signed a three-year $37.75 million deal with the Philadelphia Eagles.

September 6, 2024: Barkley's Impressive Debut

On September 6, 2024, Saquon Barkley debuted with 109 rushing yards and three touchdowns in a 34–29 victory over the Green Bay Packers, becoming the first Eagles player to score three touchdowns in their debut with the team since Terrell Owens in 2004.

December 2024: Eagles Sell Ownership Stake

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

2024: Eagles Hall of Fame Inductees as of 2024

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

2024: All-Time Series as of 2024

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

2024: Eagles Extend Broadcasting Contract with WIP-FM

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

2024: Eagles Win vs Steelers at Lincoln Financial Field

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

2024: New Wordmark Applied to Uniforms, Black Helmet Returns

In the 2024 season, the Eagles' new wordmark was applied to the uniforms due to resolution of supply chain issues. Additionally, the black helmet was brought back as the team's third helmet option.

2024: Only division winner to win division again in 2025

The Eagles were the only 2024 division winner to win their division again in 2025.

January 2025: Eagles Fan Incident at Playoff Game

During a January 2025 home playoff game against the Green Bay Packers, an Eagles fan shouted obscenities at a woman wearing Packers gear, leading to the 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.

2025: Eagles Season

In 2025, Kellen Moore was hired as the head coach of the New Orleans Saints. Brandon Graham signed a contract to return to the Eagles after initially retiring. The Eagles secured their fifth consecutive winning season with a Week 15 shutout win. They clinched the NFC East division title after a Week 16 win over the Washington Commanders, becoming the first team to repeat as NFC East champions since the 2004 Eagles. The Eagles were defeated in the Wild Card round by the San Francisco 49ers.

2025: Rematch vs Green Bay Packers

In Week 10 of 2025, the Eagles played a rematch against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, wearing the black helmets with the white jerseys, black pants and white socks.

2025: All-Black Uniforms

With the exception of 2017 and 2025, the Eagles have regularly worn the all-black uniforms at home against the Giants since the 2014 'blackout' game.

January 13, 2026: Patullo and Philadelphia Part Ways

On January 13, 2026, Patullo and Philadelphia parted ways. Pundits and players deemed Patullo's playcalling and offense uninspiring and very predictable.

January 29, 2026: Sean Mannion Hired as New Coordinator

On January 29, 2026, Sean Mannion was hired as the new coordinator as part of their offensive coaching overhaul. Jeff Stoutland also stepped away from the team after 13 seasons as offensive line coach.