Full History Of Philadelphia Eagles In Timeline From 1909

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1909: Frankford Athletic Association Disbands

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

1912: Frankford Athletic Association reform

In 1912, several of the original players from the 1899 football team kept the team together and became known as Loyola Athletic Club. In keeping with Yellow Jackets tradition, they 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, 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 6-2-1 Record

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

1924: NFL Franchise Granted

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

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

1928: Providence Steam Roller Win

In 1928, the Providence Steam Roller won the NFL title, breaking the domination by the Chicago Bears, New York Giants, and Green Bay Packers.

1931: Liquidated Assets Awarded

After searching for a replacement for the Yellow Jackets, the NFL granted an expansion franchise to Bert Bell and Lud Wray, who were awarded the liquidated assets of the Yellow Jackets organization in 1931.

1931: Suspension of Frankford Yellow Jackets

In 2007, the Philadelphia Eagles wore "throwback" jerseys 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.

1931: Yellow Jackets Go 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 Philadelphia Eagles played their first game against the New York Giants at the Polo Grounds in New York City. They lost the game 56-0.

1933: Eagles and Steelers inaugural season

In 1933, both the Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers began playing, marking the start of a significant rivalry since they were in the same division.

1933: Team Colors: Light Blue and Yellow

In 1933, the Philadelphia Eagles adopted light blue and yellow as their team colors.

1933: Joined NFL Eastern Division

In 1933, the Philadelphia Eagles became part of the NFL Eastern Division, marking the beginning of their journey in professional football.

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: Rivalry Begins

In 1933, the Philadelphia Eagles' rivalry with the New York Giants began with the founding of the Eagles, strengthening as both teams gained prominence in the 1940s and 1950s. The two teams have played in the same division every year since 1933.

1933: Expansion Team Joined NFL

In the 1933 NFL season, the Philadelphia Eagles were one of three teams to join the NFL as expansion teams. Wray became the Eagles' first head coach and the Eagles struck a deal with the Philadelphia Phillies to begin playing at the Baker Bowl.

1933: Beginning of Rivalry with Giants

The Eagles' rivalry with the New York Giants, which started in 1933, is one of the oldest and best rivalries in the NFL.

October 21, 1934: First Meeting with Redskins

On October 21, 1934, the Philadelphia Eagles first met Washington (then the Boston Redskins) during Washington's first year under the Boston Redskins moniker; the Redskins defeated the Eagles 6–0 at Fenway Park.

1934: Domination by a Few Teams

Between 1927 and 1934, three teams won all but one title, with the exception of the Providence Steam Roller, which won in 1928.

1934: Tied for Third in the East

In 1934, the Eagles had their best finish in their early years, tying for third in the East.

1934: Team Colors: Light Blue and Yellow

In 1934, the Philadelphia Eagles maintained light blue and yellow as their team colors for the season.

1935: Proposed Annual College Draft

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

1935: Added Green to Uniforms

In 1935, the Philadelphia Eagles added green to their uniforms, transitioning to colors of kelly green, silver, and white 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: Bert Bell Becomes Sole Owner

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.

1936: Eagles Played at Municipal Stadium

From 1936 to 1939, the Eagles played at Municipal Stadium in South Philadelphia.

1937: Eagles Finished 2-8-1

The Eagles finished the 1937 season 2–8–1 and continued to struggle over the next three seasons.

1939: Eagles Played at Municipal Stadium

From 1936 to 1939, the Eagles played at Municipal Stadium in South Philadelphia.

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: Pennsylvania Polka

In December 1940, Bell intervened to stop the sale of Art Rooney's Steelers and they exchanged their entire Eagles roster and territorial rights in Philadelphia to Thompson for his entire Steelers roster and his rights in Pittsburgh. Bell became the Steelers' head coach and Rooney became the Steelers' general manager.

1940: Moved to Shibe Park

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

1941: Home Opener at Municipal Stadium, Move to Shibe Park

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

1941: Finished with 2-8-1 Record

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

1942: Finished with 2-9 Record

In the 1942 season, the Eagles finished the season 2–9.

1943: Team Merged with Steelers

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.

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 Philadelphia Eagles finished second place.

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 Philadelphia Eagles finished second place.

1947: Reached NFL Championship Game

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

1948: Team Logo: Eagle in Flight

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

1948: First NFL Championship

In 1948, the Eagles won their first NFL Championship against the Chicago Cardinals by a score of 7-0 in a snowstorm. Steve Van Buren scored the only touchdown.

1948: NFL Championship Victory

In 1948, the Philadelphia Eagles won their first NFL Championship. This victory marked a significant milestone in the team's history.

1948: Eagles set touchdown record

In 2013, the Eagles offense scored 51 touchdowns, surpassing the previous season-high set back in 1948.

1948: Training camp held at Saranac Lake

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

1949: Franchise Rushing Offense Record

In 1949, the Eagles' team had the best rushing offense in franchise history until the 2021 Eagles team.

1949: Left NFL Eastern Division

In 1949, the Philadelphia Eagles concluded their tenure in the NFL Eastern Division, which they had been a part of since 1933.

1949: Consecutive NFL Championship

In 1949, the Philadelphia Eagles returned to the NFL Championship game for a third consecutive year and won 14–0 for their second consecutive title game shutout. Chuck Bednarik was selected as the first overall pick in the 1949 NFL draft.

1949: Second NFL Championship Victory

In 1949, the Philadelphia Eagles won their second NFL Championship. This victory solidified their position as a dominant team in the league at the time.

1949: First Division Title Since 1949

In 1960, an observer noted that the Eagles had "nothing but a championship" since their first division title since 1949.

1949: Sold to 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.

1950: Greasy Neale Retired

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

1950: Loss 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.

1950: Joined National Conference

In 1950, the Philadelphia Eagles transitioned to the National Conference after being in the Eastern Division since 1933.

1951: Training camp held in Hershey

In 1951, the Philadelphia Eagles held their preseason training camp in 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.

1953: Joined Eastern Conference

In 1953, the Philadelphia Eagles moved from the National Conference to the Eastern Conference.

1954: Shibe Park Renamed

In 1954, Shibe Park was renamed Connie Mack Stadium.

1954: Logo on 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: Moved to Franklin Field

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

1958: Hired Buck Shaw as Head Coach

In 1958, the Philadelphia Eagles hired Buck Shaw as head coach and acquired quarterback Norm Van Brocklin in a trade with the Los Angeles Rams.

1959: Death of Bert Bell

During the 1959 season, former Eagles owner and NFL commissioner Bert Bell attended an Eagles game and suffered a heart attack during the fourth quarter, later dying 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 against the Dallas Cowboys with a score of 27–25.

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

On November 20, 1960, Chuck Bednarik made a hard tackle, known as "The Hit", on New York Giants' running back Frank Gifford at Yankee Stadium. Gifford was knocked unconscious, taken to the hospital, and forced to retire for 18 months due to a concussion.

December 26, 1960: Eagles Win 1960 NFL Championship

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

1960: Van Brocklin's Departure

In 1960, Van Brocklin agreed to play for the Eagles with the understanding he would become head coach upon retirement. However, the team promoted Nick Skorich, leading Van Brocklin to quit and become the Minnesota Vikings' head coach.

1960: Eagles Championship

In 1960, the Eagles won their first championship since then which ended a 57-year drought after their Super Bowl LII win.

1960: Celebrated 1960 Season

In 1960, the Eagles, led by retiring players Shaw, Van Brocklin, and Bednarik, were more known for their grit than talent, winning their first division title since 1949, aided by Pro Bowl receivers Tommy McDonald and Pete Retzlaff.

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1960: Third NFL Championship Victory

In 1960, the Philadelphia Eagles won their third NFL Championship. This victory marked another significant achievement in the team's history.

1960: Ed Khayat on Championship Team

In 1971, Ed Khayat, who was a defensive lineman on the Eagles' 1960 NFL championship team, replaced Jerry Williams as head coach.

1960: Anniversary of 1960 Championship Team

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

1961: Jurgensen Becomes Starter

In 1961, Sonny Jurgensen became the Eagles' starting quarterback after Van Brocklin's departure, leading the team to a 10-4 record, finishing just behind the New York Giants. Despite on-field success, the franchise faced turmoil.

1962: Only Winning Season From 1962 to 1975

From 1962 to 1975, the Eagles only had one winning season.

1962: Injury-Decimated 1962 Season

In 1962, the Eagles' team was decimated by injuries and suffered a 49-0 loss to the Packers.

1963: Sale to Jerry Wolman

In 1963, the remaining shareholders of the Eagles sold the team to Jerry Wolman, a Washington developer, for $5.505 million.

1964: Hiring of Joe Kuharich

In 1964, Jerry Wolman hired former Cardinals and Washington Redskins coach Joe Kuharich to a 15-year contract.

1966: Second Place Finish and Playoff Bowl Loss

In 1966, the Eagles finished second in the NFL Eastern Conference and lost to the Baltimore Colts 20-14 in the Playoff Bowl.

1966: End of division rivalry with Steelers

In 1966, the Eagles' major rivalry with the Pittsburgh Steelers as part of the same division ended after existing since 1933. This also marked the start of the Super Bowl era and the Steelers' road losing streak against the Eagles.

1966: Left Eastern Conference

In 1966, the Philadelphia Eagles left the Eastern Conference after being there since 1953.

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.

1967: 6-7-1 Season

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

1967: Placed in Capitol Division of the Eastern Conference

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

1967: Training camp held in Hershey

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

1968: Snowballs thrown at Santa Claus

During the 1968 season, fans of the struggling 2-11 Philadelphia Eagles pelted snowballs at a Santa Claus during a halftime Christmas celebration, contributing to the reputation of Eagles fans for bad behavior.

1968: Training camp held at Albright College

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

1968: 2-12 Season

In 1968, the Eagles recorded a 2-12 record.

1969: Stylized Eagle Logo

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

1969: Pre-1969 Logo

In 1969 the logo took on a more stylized look.

1969: Tose Buys the Team, Kuharich Fired

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

1969: Helmet Variations

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: White Helmets with Kelly Green Wings

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

1970: Placed in NFC East

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

1970: 3-10-1 Record

In 1970, the Eagles finished with a 3-10-1 record before moving to Veterans Stadium in 1971.

1970: Steelers move to AFC

In 1970, the Pittsburgh Steelers moved to the American Football Conference (AFC), leading to less frequent games against the Philadelphia Eagles, who remained in the National Football Conference (NFC).

1970: Placement in NFC East Division

In 1970, with the merger of the NFL and AFL, the Eagles were placed in the NFC East Division. The team finished the season with a 3–10–1 record.

1971: Move to Veterans Stadium and Coaching Change

In 1971, the Eagles moved to Veterans Stadium. After starting the season with three blowout losses, Jerry Williams was fired and replaced by Ed Khayat. Norm Snead was traded to the Minnesota Vikings.

1972: Don McCafferty Fired

In 1972, Don McCafferty became the head coach to be fired within three years of winning a Super Bowl, a fate Doug Pederson later repeated in 2021.

1972: 2-11-1 Season

In 1972, the Eagles finished with a 2-11-1 record and released coach Khayat. They had surprise wins against the Kansas City Chiefs and the 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 Philadelphia Eagles' logo featured a more stylized version of the eagle, since 1969.

1973: John Matuszak Drafted

Due to losing to the Eagles, the Houston Oilers got the first pick in the 1973 NFL draft and selected John Matuszak. The Eagles selected Charle Young with the second overall pick.

1973: Training camp held at Widener University

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

1973: Hiring of Mike McCormack

In 1973, Mike McCormack was hired as head coach. Roman Gabriel and Harold Carmichael joined the team.

1973: Team Name Added Below the Eagle

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

1974: Silver Wings Helmet Design

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

1974: Addition of Bill Bergey

In 1974, general manager Jim Murray added Bill Bergey to the defensive side of the line.

1975: Firing of Mike McCormack

In 1975, Mike McCormack was fired after a 4–10 season.

1975: 4-10 Record

In 1975, the Eagles finished with a 4–10 record which prompted the hiring of Dick Vermeil in 1976.

1976: Hiring of Dick Vermeil

In 1976, Dick Vermeil was hired as coach, but the Eagles finished 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: "Invincible" movie subject

The 1976 Philadelphia Eagles season was the subject of the movie Invincible, starring Mark Wahlberg as Vince Papale. The film differs slightly from true events.

1977: Acquisition of Ron Jaworski

In 1977, Ron Jaworski was acquired in a trade with the Los Angeles Rams for Charle Young. The Eagles defense began gaining a reputation as one of the hardest-hitting.

1978: "The Miracle at the Meadowlands"

In 1978, the Eagles defeated the Giants in "The Miracle at the Meadowlands", making the playoffs with a 9–7 season. Wilbert Montgomery exceeded 1,000 yards.

1978: The Eagles referenced in "The Deer Hunter"

In the 1978 Academy Award-winning movie The Deer Hunter, characters Nick and Stan discuss a hypothetical Eagles game during a hunting trip, with Nick betting on the Steelers winning.

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1978: Falcons Upset Eagles

The Eagles' rivalry with the Atlanta Falcons first emerged after the Falcons upset the Eagles in the 1978 Wild Card Round 14–13.

1979: Montgomery Shatters Rushing Records

In 1979, the Eagles tied for first place with an 11–5 record. Wilbert Montgomery shattered team rushing records 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 XV Berth

In 1980, the Eagles defeated the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Championship Game 20-7 and earned a berth in Super Bowl XV, led by Wilbert Montgomery and Leroy Harris.

1981: Wild-Card Loss to Giants

In 1981, after a 6-0 start and 10-6 final record, the Eagles lost in the wild-card round to the New York Giants, 27–21.

1982: Vermeil Quits Due to Burnout

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

1983: Missed Playoffs

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

1984: Missed Playoffs and Near Move to Phoenix

In 1984, the Eagles failed to make the playoffs again and almost moved to Phoenix, Arizona.

1984: 49ers Win Record

The Eagles' 18 total wins in 2024 tied the NFL record with the 1984 San Francisco 49ers.

1985: Sale to Braman and Leibowitz, Campbell Fired

In 1985, Leonard Tose sold the Eagles to Norman Braman and Ed Leibowitz for $65 million due to gambling debts. Marion Campbell was fired, and Fred Bruney replaced him for the last game.

1985: Best Rushing Offense

In 1985, the Chicago Bears had the best rushing offense since the 2021 Eagles.

1985: Acquisition of Reggie White

In the 1985 Supplemental draft, the Eagles acquired the rights to pass rusher Reggie White from the Memphis Showboats.

1985: Bears Win Record

The Eagles' 18 total wins in 2024 tied the NFL record with the 1985 Chicago Bears.

1986: Hiring of Buddy Ryan, Jaworski Released

In 1986, Buddy Ryan was hired as head coach, and the Eagles released Ron Jaworski. Randall Cunningham took Jaworski's place. Despite a 5-10-1 season, Cunningham showed promise.

1987: Strike-Shortened Season

In 1987, a strike shortened the season. Substitute players filled in poorly. The regular team finished with a 7–8 record.

1987: Establishment of the Eagles Honor Roll

In 1987, the Eagles Honor Roll was established, inducting all Eagles players in the Pro Football Hall of Fame at the time as its inaugural class.

1988: "Fog Bowl" Loss to 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 Incident

In 1989, the rivalry between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys was marked by the "Bounty Bowl" incident.

November 12, 1990: "Body Bag Game" Victory

On November 12, 1990, the Eagles defeated the Washington Redskins 28–14 in a Monday Night Football game that was dubbed the "Body Bag Game" due to the number of injuries inflicted on the Redskins. The defense scored three of the Eagles' four touchdowns.

January 7, 1991: Ryan Fired, Kotite Hired

On January 7, 1991, Eagles head coach Ryan was fired and replaced by offensive coordinator Rich Kotite.

June 25, 1992: Jerome Brown's Death

On June 25, 1992, All-Pro defensive tackle Jerome Brown tragically died in an automobile accident. The team dedicated the 1992 season to him.

May 6, 1994: Jeffrey Lurie Buys the Eagles

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

1994: Jeffrey Lurie Buys the Team

In 1994, Jeffrey Lurie bought the Philadelphia Eagles for $185 million, marking a change in ownership for the team.

1995: Super Bowl XXIX Record

In 1995, Super Bowl XXIX set a scoring record of 75 points, one point more than the 74 points scored in Super Bowl LII.

1995: Training camp held at West Chester University

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

1995: Eagle in Flight Logo Until 1995

Until 1995, the team logo for the Philadelphia Eagles was an eagle in flight carrying a football in its claws, since 1948.

December 1996: Mention of Cowboys last playoff win

In January 2010, the Eagles lost against the Dallas Cowboys. This game was Cowboys first playoff win since December 1996.

1996: Radical Logo and Uniform Changes

In 1996, the Philadelphia Eagles radically altered their logo and uniforms, changing the primary kelly green color to a darker "midnight green", abandoning silver, and changing the helmet wings and eagle head logo.

1996: Rebrand of Uniform

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.

1996: Minor Alterations to Uniforms

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

1997: Eagles appoint judge to stadium

During a 1997 game against the San Francisco 49ers in Philadelphia, fan incidents were so numerous that a judge, Seamus McCaffery, was appointed to preside over a temporary courtroom at the stadium for the following home game. 20 suspects came before him that day.

1997: Midnight Green Jerseys and Pants

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

1998: Mike Quick becomes color analyst

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

September 12, 1999: Last Home Game Blacked Out

On September 12, 1999, the last Philadelphia Eagles home game was blacked out on television in the Philadelphia market due to not being sold out. This game against the Arizona Cardinals 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 game against the Dallas Cowboys at Veterans Stadium, Cowboys wide receiver Michael Irvin suffered a career-ending cervical spine injury after being tackled by Eagles safety Tim Hauck.

1999: Continuous Sold-Out Home Games

Since the 1999 season, the Philadelphia Eagles have sold out every home game continuously, 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 Nick Foles would later repeat.

2002: Final Game at Veterans Stadium

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

December 2003: Eagles Court Ends

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

2003: Subtle Uniform Changes

In 2003, the Philadelphia Eagles introduced subtle changes to their 1996-style uniforms, including adding black shadows and silver trim to the numbering and altering the stripe on the pants. They also debuted black alternate jerseys.

2003: White Jerseys with White Pants

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

March 16, 2004: Eagles Acquire Terrell Owens

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

2004: White on White During Preseason

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

2004: Franchise-Best Start

In 2004, the Eagles achieved a franchise-best 13-1 start, a feat matched in the 2022 season.

2004: Black Cleats and Alternate Jersey

In 2004, the Philadelphia Eagles started wearing black cleats exclusively and continued to use their black alternate jerseys.

2004: Mention of Peyton Manning passer rating record

In 2013, Nick Foles passer rating was third-highest in league history behind only Peyton Manning in 2004.

2004: Terrell Owens Debut

Terrell Owens last scored three touchdowns in his debut with the team in 2004 until Barkley matched his record in 2024.

2005: Eagles ranked second in merchandise sales

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 sold out rapidly.

2005: Super Bowl XXXIX Rematch

In 2005, the Eagles faced the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XXXIX, a game that would be later be referenced in Super Bowl LII.

2006: Alternate Black Jerseys Once a Season

From 2006 to 2013, the Philadelphia Eagles wore the alternate black jerseys once a season for the last November home game, except in 2007, 2010, and 2011.

2006: Eagles fans ranked third in loyalty

In 2006, American City Business Journals ranked Eagles fans third in loyalty, noting that 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 Jereé Longman's book, If Football's a Religion, Why Don't We Have a Prayer?, describing the fans of the 700 Level at Veterans Stadium as having a reputation for "hostile taunting, fighting, public urination and general strangeness."

2006: Eagles win NFC East title

In 2006, the Eagles lost Donovan McNabb mid-season but still managed to win the NFC East title with a 10-6 record under coach Reid. They won the Wild Card game but lost in the Divisional Round.

2006: Close Rivalry Since 2006

The Eagles and Dallas Cowboys rivalry has been close, with each team winning 12 games since 2006.

2006: "The Gang Gets Invincible" references Wahlberg film

The award-winning comedy 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 Eagles team

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

2007: White on White During Preseason Exception

In 2007, the Philadelphia Eagles made an exception not wearing white jerseys with white pants during preseason games, since 2004.

2007: 75th-Anniversary Uniforms

In 2007, the Philadelphia Eagles used throwback uniforms in place of the black alternates for their anniversary to commemorate past teams.

2007: Eagles fail to reach playoffs

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

2007: Patriots Win Record

The Eagles' 18 total wins in 2024 tied the NFL record with the 2007 New England Patriots.

August 2008: Eagles Sold Out Games

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

2008: Eagles games broadcasted on WYSP and WIP

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

2008: Eagles fans placed first in Forbes survey

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

2008: Eagles reach NFC Championship Game

In 2008, the Eagles finished with a 9-6-1 record and made the playoffs as a wild card team. They upset the Minnesota Vikings and the defending Super Bowl champion New York Giants to advance to the NFC Championship Game, where they lost to the Arizona Cardinals 32-25, despite rallying from a 24-6 halftime deficit.

2008: Black Jerseys against the Arizona Cardinals

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

2008: "Silver Linings Playbook" highlights Eagles season

The film Silver Linings Playbook highlights the 2008 Philadelphia Eagles season. The film was critically acclaimed and nominated for several awards including 8 Academy Awards.

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December 6, 2009: Andy Reid wins 100 games with the Eagles

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: Mention of Doug Pederson as quality control assistant

Doug Pederson was a quality control assistant coach for the Eagles in 2009.

January 11, 2010: Tom Heckert, Jr. leaves Eagles for Browns

On January 11, 2010, General Manager Tom Heckert, Jr. 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 Eagles lost the Wild Card game to the Dallas Cowboys 34-14, 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 Eagles after eight seasons with the team.

April 4, 2010: Donovan McNabb traded to Washington Redskins

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

September 12, 2010: Throwback Uniforms to honor the 1960 Team

On September 12, 2010, during the 2010 season game against the Green Bay Packers, the Philadelphia Eagles wore uniforms similar to those worn by the 1960 championship team to honor the team's 50th anniversary.

2010: Mention of Doug Pederson as quality control assistant

Doug Pederson was a quality control assistant coach for the Eagles in 2010.

2010: Kolb Traded to Arizona

In 2010, Kevin Kolb became displeased at losing the starting quarterback job to Michael Vick and was traded to Arizona for Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie.

2010: White on White During Preseason Exception

In 2010, the Philadelphia Eagles made an exception not wearing white jerseys with white pants during preseason games, since 2004.

2010: Throwback Uniforms

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

2010: Rivalry Since 2010

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

2010: Eagles games broadcasted on WYSP and WIP

Through 2010, Eagles games continued to be broadcast on rock-formatted WYSP and sports-talk Sports Radio 610 WIP, both owned by CBS Radio.

2011: Sweeping the Cowboys

Before their Week 17 win in 2024, the Eagles last swept the Dallas Cowboys in 2011.

2011: Mention of Doug Pederson as quarterbacks coach

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

2011: WYSP becomes WIP-FM

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

2011: Did not use Black Jerseys

In 2011, the Philadelphia Eagles did not use black alternate jerseys in their games.

2011: White on White During Preseason End

In 2011, the Philadelphia Eagles ended to wear white jerseys with white pants exclusively during preseason games, since 2004, except for 2007 and 2010.

2011: Mention of Aaron Rodgers passer rating record

In 2013, Nick Foles passer rating was third-highest in league history behind only Aaron Rodgers in 2011.

2011: Eagles miss playoffs after offseason acquisitions

The 2011 Eagles season was considered a major disappointment. After a lockout-affected offseason and high-profile free agent signings, including Nnamdi Asomugha and Steve Smith, 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, head coach Andy Reid was fired after fourteen seasons with the team, following a loss to the New York Giants.

2012: Mention of Doug Pederson as quarterbacks coach

Doug Pederson was quarterbacks coach for the Eagles in 2012.

2012: Nike Takes Over as Apparel Licensee

In 2012, Nike took over from Reebok as the NFL's official apparel licensee, but the Philadelphia Eagles decided against 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: Eagles Hall of Fame Retitling

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

January 16, 2013: Chip Kelly hired as head coach

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

2013: Alternate Black Jerseys Once a Season

In 2013, the Philadelphia Eagles wore the alternate black jerseys once a season for the last November home game, since 2006, except in 2007, 2010, and 2011.

2013: Eagles move training camp 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 from Lehigh University in Bethlehem.

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, a former Eagles linebacker and special-teamer, and Rob Ellis, replacing many Philadelphia sports personalities.

2014: Mention of personnel moves

Following the 2014 season, Chip Kelly was given total control and made some controversial personnel moves that affected the team's future.

2014: Adoption of "Elite 51" Uniform

For the 2014 season, the Philadelphia 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: Blackout Uniform Debut

In 2014, the Philadelphia Eagles introduced black pants to complement their black jerseys against the New York Giants, creating a blackout uniform set and winning the game 27-0 for their first shutout in 18 years.

2014: Eagles miss playoffs after Foles' injury

In the 2014 season, the Eagles started 9-3 but lost their last three games, missing the playoffs after Nick Foles broke his collarbone and was replaced by Mark Sanchez.

December 29, 2015: Chip Kelly released as head coach

On December 29, 2015, Chip Kelly was released as head coach by the Eagles after a 6-9 record.

2015: Mention of draft picks

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

2015: Mention of Pederson's work with Alex Smith

Doug Pederson's work with Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith was praised in 2015.

2015: Preseason games televised on WCAU

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

2015: Eagles acquire DeMarco Murray and Byron Maxwell

In 2015, the Eagles acquired league leading rusher DeMarco Murray and Super Bowl champion Byron Maxwell. The first two games of the season were dismal.

January 18, 2016: Doug Pederson hired as head coach

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

September 3, 2016: Eagles trade Sam Bradford, name Carson Wentz 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: NFL Color Rush Uniform

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

2016: Tom Brady breaks Foles' TD-INT ratio record

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

2017: Last Super Bowl Win

Before winning the Super Bowl in 2024, the Eagles last won the Super Bowl in 2017.

2017: Mention of future draft picks

In 2016, the Eagles traded draft picks for the opportunity to draft Carson Wentz, which included 2017 first-round pick and a 2017 fourth-round pick.

2017: Draft Weekend Insults

In 2017, Cowboys legend Drew Pearson exchanged insults at the opposing franchise during draft weekend, contributing to the Eagles and Dallas Cowboys rivalry.

2017: Frank Reich's Super Bowl Season

In 2017, Frank Reich, who reunited with Carson Wentz in 2021, was the Eagles' offensive coordinator during their Super Bowl-winning season.

2017: Eagles Broadcasting Contract Extended

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

2017: Wentz injured, Foles takes over

In 2017, the Eagles finished with a 13-3 record, but Carson Wentz was injured in Week 14 and replaced by Nick Foles. The Eagles clinched the #1 seed and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs.

2017: 13-Win Season

In 2017, the Eagles secured their third 13-win season in franchise history, a feat matched in 2022.

2017: All-White Uniform Debut

In 2017, 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: Super Bowl LII Divisional Round Victory

The Philadelphia Eagles' path to winning Super Bowl LII in 2018 included a 2017 divisional round victory over the Atlanta Falcons.

2017: Regular All-Black Uniform

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's Start with Giants

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

2018: Mention of future draft picks

In 2016, the Eagles traded draft picks for the opportunity to draft Carson Wentz, which included 2018 second-round pick and a 2018 fourth-round pick.

2018: Draft Weekend Insults

In 2018, Eagles legend David Akers exchanged insults at the opposing franchise during draft weekend, contributing to the Eagles and Dallas Cowboys rivalry.

2018: Injuries and Playoff Berth

In 2018, the Eagles faced numerous injuries, with Nick Foles starting the season due to Carson Wentz's injury. Despite a 4-6 start, the team rallied to finish 9-7 and secure a playoff berth as the sixth seed.

2018: Eagles' Record

In 2018, the Eagles finished with a 9-7 record.

2018: Last Postseason Win

In 2018, the Eagles secured their last postseason win before their victory in 2022.

2018: Only Wore White Pants

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

2019: Carli Lloyd appeared at Eagles practice

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

2019: Last NFC East Win

In 2019, the Eagles last won the NFC East before winning it again in 2022.

2019: Eagles' Playoff Loss

In 2019, the Eagles matched their 9-7 record from the previous year and clinched the NFC East. Carson Wentz suffered a concussion in the Wild Card round, and the Eagles lost to the Seattle Seahawks 17-9.

2019: All-White Look as Road Uniform

In 2019, the all-white uniform 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.

2020: 610 WIP becomes WTEL

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

2020: Turbulent 2020 Season

In 2020, the Eagles faced consecutive losses, a controversial tie, and numerous injuries. Jalen Hurts replaced Carson Wentz as starting quarterback, leading to a 4-11-1 record and missing the playoffs.

January 11, 2021: Doug Pederson Fired

On January 11, 2021, the Eagles fired head coach Doug Pederson after disagreements over coaching staff changes. This made him the first head coach fired within three years of winning a Super Bowl since 1972.

January 21, 2021: Nick Sirianni Hired

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

2021: White Uniforms 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: Release to Media

In 2022, it was released to the media that the Eagles would be changing their wordmark to a more modernized design.

2022: Draft Pick

In 2022, the Eagles gained an extra first-round selection in the NFL draft.

2022: Successful 2022 Season

In 2022, the Eagles started with an 8-0 record, secured the top seed in the NFC with a 14-3 record, won the NFC East, and reached Super Bowl LVII, ultimately losing to the Chiefs.

2022: New Black Alternate Helmet

In 2022, the Philadelphia Eagles unveiled a new black alternate helmet to be worn with the all-black uniform. Also announced that Kelly Green uniforms would return as an alternate in 2023 due to production issues.

2022: Inflation Adjustment

In 2022, the entry fee of $3,500 paid by the Bell–Wray group in 1931 to secure the NFL franchise would be equivalent to roughly US$67,000 when adjusted for inflation.

2023: Barkley's Last Season with the Giants

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

2023: Kelly Green Uniforms Return

In 2023, The Eagles returned to wearing Kelly Green uniforms 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: Eagles' 2023 Season and Coordinator Firings

In the 2023 season, the Eagles finished with a poor defense and were eliminated in the Wild Card round. Subsequently, offensive coordinator Brian Johnson and defensive coordinator Sean Desai were fired.

March 4, 2024: Jason Kelce Retirement

On March 4, 2024, Jason Kelce retired from the Eagles after a 13-year career.

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: Saquon Barkley's Debut

On September 6, 2024, in his debut, Saquon Barkley rushed for 109 yards with two rushing touchdowns and a receiving touchdown in a 34-29 victory over the Green Bay Packers.

December 2024: Sale of Ownership Stake to Outside 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: Cowboys Lead All-Time Series

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 total

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

2024: Eagles defeat Steelers at Lincoln Financial Field

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

2024: Eagles Broadcasting Contract Extended

In 2024, the Eagles' broadcasting contract with WIP-FM was extended, which originally happened in 2017.

2024: New Wordmark and Third Helmet

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

2024: Eagles Defeat Commanders in NFC Championship

In the 2024 NFC Championship Game, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Commanders 55–23, marking the first postseason meeting between the two teams.

January 2025: Fan banned from stadium after viral incident

During a January 2025 home playoff game against the Green Bay Packers, an Eagles fan was banned from the stadium and lost his job after shouting obscenities at a woman wearing Packers gear. The incident gained significant attention online.