Jan 12, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) runs past Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Colby Wooden (96) in an NFC wild card game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Eagles, Packers to take ‘tush push’ debate on field in Week 10

The Philadelphia Eagles will visit the Green Bay Packers on Nov. 10 in the first game announced on the “Monday Night Football” schedule.

That game, which was announced Tuesday morning on “Good Morning America,” will feature the two teams at the center of the offseason “tush push” debate.

NFL owners tabled a vote on whether to ban the controversial play at the annual league meetings on April 1 in Palm Beach, Fla.

The Packers had proposed a ban on the play, which the Eagles and quarterback Jalen Hurts, in particular, run with great success in short-yardage situations. The Packers’ proposal sought “to prohibit any offensive player from pushing a teammate who was lined up directly behind the snapper and receives the snap, immediately at the snap.”

The debate is not gone for good: It’s expected to resurface when owners meet again this month in Minnesota.

The Eagles kicked off the 2024 season with a 34-29 victory over the Packers in Brazil. They also ended Green Bay’s season in the playoffs, courtesy of a 22-10 decision on Jan. 12 in Philadelphia.

On Monday, the defending Super Bowl champion Eagles learned that they will begin the season at home against the rival Dallas Cowboys on Sept. 4, host the Chicago Bears on Black Friday, Nov. 28, and visit the Washington Commanders on Dec. 20.

–Field Level Media

Jan 18, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) rolls out to throw against the Houston Texans during the third quarter of a 2025 AFC divisional round game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Chiefs playing on Christmas again vs. Broncos; Bears-Eagles on Black Friday

The Kansas City Chiefs will play on Christmas Day for the third year in a row, as Amazon Prime Video announced Monday it will carry the Chiefs’ home game against the Denver Broncos on Christmas night.

The Chiefs faced a different AFC West rival on Christmas in 2023 when they lost to the visiting Las Vegas Raiders 20-14. Last year, they went to Pittsburgh and beat the Steelers 29-10.

That will be the final game of a Christmas tripleheader, which the NFL plans to stage going forward after holding three games in 2024, when Christmas fell on a Wednesday.

As marquee NFL games continue to trickle out ahead of the full schedule reveal Wednesday, another holiday game was announced: The defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles will host the Chicago Bears on Black Friday, Nov. 28.

Also, the Eagles will visit the Washington Commanders on Saturday, Dec. 20, as part of a doubleheader that also includes the Bears hosting the rival Green Bay Packers.

–Field Level Media

Dec 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) is tackled by Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis (2)  during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Eagles installed as TD favorite in Cowboys opener

Philadelphia was immediately installed as a consensus touchdown favorite when it was revealed Monday that the Eagles will open their Super Bowl title defense at home against Dallas on Thursday, Sept. 4.

Most regulated sportsbooks have the Eagles as an early 7.0-point favorite. That includes DraftKings, where the opening Over/Under total points line is 46.5. Eagles running back Saquon Barkley opened as the +360 favorite to score the first touchdown of the 2025 season, followed by quarterback Jalen Hurts at +750.

It’s a key Week 1 showdown between the bitter rivals. The Eagles are currently the +650 favorites to repeat as Super Bowl champions while the Cowboys are +6000 longshots. Philadelphia is also the -140 favorite to win the NFC East, followed by Washington (+205), Dallas (+700) and the New York Giants (+2000).

The league announced the game on Monday, with the full NFL schedule to be released on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET.

The Eagles swept the Cowboys last season and have won the last three meetings at home.

The last time the NFC East rivals met in Week 1 was on Sept. 3, 2000, when Andy Reid coached Philadelphia to a 41-14 victory at Texas Stadium.

The Eagles went 14-3 in the 2024 regular season and routed the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX.

The Cowboys, who will be marking the debut of new head coach Brian Schottenheimer, finished 7-10 last season under Mike McCarthy.

–Field Level Media

Dec 10, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) hugs Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) after the game at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

NFL kicking off season with Cowboys at Eagles

The Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles will host the rival Dallas Cowboys when the NFL kicks off the 2025 regular season on NBC on Thursday, Sept. 4.

The league announced the game on Monday, with the full NFL schedule to be released on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET.

The Eagles swept the Cowboys last season and have won the last three meetings at home.

The last time the NFC East rivals met in Week 1 was on Sept. 3, 2000, when Andy Reid coached Philadelphia to a 41-14 victory at Texas Stadium.

The Eagles went 14-3 in the 2024 regular season and routed the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in Super Bowl LIX.

The Cowboys, who will be marking the debut of new head coach Brian Schottenheimer, finished 7-10 last season under Mike McCarthy.

The NFL also confirmed that Peacock will exclusively stream a Saturday night game in Week 17 on Dec. 27. Those teams will be determined at a later date as part of the late-season flex scheduling.

–Field Level Media

Feb 14, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (88)  reacts during the Super Bowl LIX championship parade and rally. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Reports: Eagles TE Dallas Goedert agrees to reworked deal

Tight end Dallas Goedert agreed to a reworked contract that will keep him with the Philadelphia Eagles through at least the 2025 season, multiple media outlets reported Wednesday.

ESPN reported that Goedert’s new deal is for $10 million with the opportunity to earn $1 million more via incentives. He was slated to earn $14.25 million in the final season of the four-year, $57 million extension he signed in November 2021.

“Dallas is a heck of a player — a heck of a player, a heck of a person,” Eagles general manager Howie Roseman said when asked about Goedert after the 2025 NFL Draft, per the Philadelphia Inquirer.

“Certainly don’t want to do anything publicly where we’re discussing anyone’s business, but I have so much respect for him. Been to two Super Bowls together and obviously would love him on this team.”

Goedert, 30, had 42 catches for 496 yards and two touchdowns while playing in a career-low 10 games this past season because of injuries, including a stint on injured reserve to recover from a hamstring strain.

He added 17 receptions for 215 yards and a score in the playoffs, helping the Eagles capture their second Super Bowl title in franchise history.

Goedert has totaled 349 catches for 4,085 yards and 24 touchdowns in 93 career games (76 starts) since being selected by the Eagles in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft out of South Dakota State.

–Field Level Media

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) celebrates after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Eagles’ A.J. Brown proposes, with assist from John Legend

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown earned one ring earlier this year and gave away another over the weekend.

Brown, 27, announced Sunday that he proposed to his girlfriend, Kelsey Riley, at the Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia. In attendance on Saturday were several teammates, friends, family and Grammy Award winner John Legend to serenade Riley on piano with “All of Me.”

Riley, however, posted on social media that she did not “hear a thing he was singing,” and Brown had to note that Legend was there.

Legend made sure all parties will remember that he, indeed, was in attendance.

“Congratulations to you both,” Legend wrote in the comments of Brown and Riley’s joint post. “Thank you for including me.”

Love apparently is in the air in “The City of Brotherly Love,” as two-time All-Pro Lane Johnson recently announced his own engagement to Kelsey Holmer. Star quarterback Jalen Hurts also recently was married to Bry Burrows.

Brown, Hurts and Johnson helped the Eagles defeat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX in February.

–Field Level Media

Dec 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis (90) celebrate with teammates after his fumble recovery against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Reports: Eagles exercise option for DT Jordan Davis

The Philadelphia Eagles are exercising the fifth-year option for defensive tackle Jordan Davis, multiple outlets reported Wednesday.

Davis, the 13th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, will earn a guaranteed $12.9 million in 2026.

Davis, 25, has started every game over the past two seasons for Philadelphia, including the Super Bowl LIX win against the Kansas City Chiefs in February.

He has recorded 3.5 sacks, 90 tackles, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery in 47 career regular-season games (39 starts). He added one sack each in the NFC Championship Game against the Washington Commanders and in the Super Bowl.

NFL teams have until Thursday to pick up the fifth-year options for 2022 first-round draft selections.

–Field Level Media

Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Jihaad Campbell is selected by the Philadelphia Eagles as the number 31 pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Grading the Eagles’ draft

Philadelphia Eagles

Grade: B+

Best Pick: LB Jihaad Campbell, No. 31 Overall

What We Liked: Days one and two felt like a coup. Letting the Eagles get a weapon like Campbell in their second level, and maybe even get some reps on edge, feels like we’re asking them to run back a second Super Bowl in a row. Pair him with Andrew Mukuba (No. 64), a lightning-quick safety who is an absolute ballhawk, and it seems like the highlight reel is ready to be replayed. I also dig the value on Drew Kendall (No. 168), a very athletic center prospect who could push Tyler Steen and Cam Jurgens for starting reps.

Not Sure About: Perhaps we were expecting too much, but this doesn’t feel quite like the collection of steals we’re used to from the Eagles, especially in day three. Mac McWilliams (No. 145) was not a draftable talent on our board and does not add meaningful depth to the cornerback room, though he may play on special teams. Linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (No. 161) is a Georgia guy whom general manager Howie Roseman clearly loves, but this time, the fifth round almost feels like pushing it for a guy who is more of a downhill run-stopper with a lacking mind for coverage. The team also doesn’t feel like it’s building for the near future anymore.

–Dean Bruce, special to Field Level Media

Jan 26, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) holds the NFC Championship trophy after a victory in the NFC Championship game against the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Jalen Hurts one of TIME’s 100 most influential people

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was named one of TIME’s 100 most influential people of 2025.

The Super Bowl LIX MVP guided the Eagles to a lopsided 40-22 win against the Kansas City Chiefs on Feb. 9.

Baseball Hall of Famer Derek Jeter, a five-time World Series champion with the New York Yankees, wrote the introductory piece on Hurts for the publication.

“We connected shortly after (the Super Bowl), and the only thing he asked about was insight on going back and winning again,” Jeter wrote. “Sometimes people win, then exhale. Jalen is not exhaling. He’s embracing the next challenge. Win or lose, Jalen’s resilience and determination offer all of us something to admire.”

Hurts, 26, whose Eagles lost a heartbreaker to Kansas City in Super Bowl LVII, threw for 221 yards and two touchdowns and rushed for 72 yards and a score in February’s rematch in New Orleans.

The NFL MVP runner-up in 2022, Hurts has compiled a 46-20 record as a starter in the regular season with 140 total touchdowns (85 passing, 55 rushing TDs) in 77 games.

–Field Level Media

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) lines up for the tush push play on the goal line against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Reports: Vote on tush push ban tabled by owners

NFL owners are tabling a vote on whether to ban the “tush push” play at the annual league meetings in Palm Beach, Fla., multiple outlets reported Tuesday.

The Green Bay Packers had proposed a ban on the play, which the Philadelphia Eagles and quarterback Jalen Hurts, especially, run with great success in short-yardage situations. The Packers’ proposal sought “to prohibit any offensive player from pushing a teammate who was lined up directly behind the snapper and receives the snap, immediately at the snap.”

The decision not to vote now does not mean the issue won’t be put before owners in the future. It means the owners could hold further discussions and the proposal could return with modifications.

Concerns about player safety — particularly the possibility of neck injuries because of the way both offensive and defensive players must position their bodies during the play — has fueled the thought of a potential ban.

“I think certainly the medical professionals at the league have high concerns about putting players in positions that could lead to catastrophic injuries,” Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst said, per The Athletic. “I think this is something that needs to be discussed and we need to be proactive with it rather than be reactive on that.

“I think we owe it to our players. It’s not about success. It’s about safety here.”

Not everyone agrees, including Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen.

“I’m not in favor of taking it out. I think it’s good for the game,” Steichen said, according to The Athletic. “What (the Eagles) do, they do it better than anyone. Other teams are doing it. Buffalo’s doing it. I think it’s been around for a long time, to be completely honest, because when you’re on the half-yard line and backed up, you gotta run a QB sneak. People (are) usually back there pushing.”

–Field Level Media