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NFL News / Last Word On Sports / January 8

Eagles Receive Positive Injury Update, as 49ers Could Be Shorthanded

With the NFL Wild Card games kicking off this weekend, one team has several players getting healthy just in time for the playoffs. While the Eagles received

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / January 8

Why Hurts is confident Eagles offense will step up during the playoffs

Why Jalen Hurts is confident Eagles offense will step up during the playoffs

The struggles endured by the Philadelphia Eagles' offense throughout the regular season left fans and outsiders wondering if the defending Super Bowl champions have the goods to make another run this winter.

Jason Kelce addresses Eagles sitting starters, losing No. 2 seed for playoffs

49ers decision: Will Kyle Shanahan suit up 3 QBs against the Eagles?

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Jalen Hurts News / Field Level Media / January 8

Eagles' Jalen Hurts puts perfect home playoff record on line vs. 49ers

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts puts his 5-0 home record in the playoffs on the line Sunday against the visiting San Francisco 49ers. Both wild-card teams lost in Week 18 and took significant drops in the NFC playoff seeding.

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The 'NFL passing TD leaders by year' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to lead the league in passing touchdowns for each season since the AFL/NFL merger in 1970 can you name in six minutes?

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 7

Nick Sirianni boldly declares the Eagles have found offense identity before 49ers showdown

When it comes to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2025, the biggest question surrounding the reigning Super Bowl champions has been their offensive identity, or lack thereof.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 7

Jordan Mailata is hyped to have Lane Johnson back for playoffs

The Philadelphia Eagles received some excellent news ahead of their Wild Card round matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. Lane Johnson returned to practice on Wednesday and is expected to play this weekend.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 7

Eagles Not-So-Secret Weapon Returning At Right Time

The Philadelphia Eagles will face off against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday in the Wild Card Round of the playoffs and appear poised to get a game-changing talent back in the lineup.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Rumors / January 7

Eagles’ Lane Johnson Returns To Practice; Azeez Ojulari’s Practice Window Opens

The Eagles are expecting to get some reinforcements on both sides of the ball in the playoffs. The most impactful player who could return is right tackle Lane Johnson, who has not played since mid-November due to a foot injury.

Jalyx Hunt News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 7

Jalyx Hunt's Journey Into Eagles' Record Book Began With Third-Grade Lesson

Jalyx Hunt was in third grade, growing up in Hagerstown, Md., when he learned what may have been his most valuable lesson about the game of football. It had to do with the physicality of the sport.

Lane Johnson News / Athlon Sports / January 7

Eagles Announce Good News on Wednesday

Lane Johnson has been the missing piece in the Philadelphia Eagles’ offensive line. The two-time All-Pro offensive tackle has missed seven games in a row due to a foot injury, which he sustained in Philly’s Week 11 win over the Detroit Lions.

Nick Sirianni News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 7

Eagles’ Nick Sirianni Defends OC On Eve Of Playoffs

The NFL playoffs are always a high-leverage environment. Not only are seasons on the line, but so are jobs and career trajectories. Perhaps, no one is more at risk in Philadelphia than first-year offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Jalen Carter News / Athlon Sports / January 7

Eagles Announce Jalen Carter News Before 49ers Game

The Philadelphia Eagles did not have the services of Jalen Carter in their Week 18 loss to the Washington Commanders. The three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle was forced to sit out the game due to a hip injury, which he sustained in practice heading into the final game of the regular season.

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Nakobe Dean News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 7

Eagles Get 25-Year-Old Starter Back For Playoff Run

The Philadelphia Eagles are getting a key cog back on defense when they take on the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Nakobe Dean exited the team's Week 16 matchup against the Washington Commanders on Dec.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Field Level Media / January 7

Eagles RT Lane Johnson (foot) returns to practice

Philadelphia Eagles star right tackle Lane Johnson returned to practice on Wednesday. It's a positive sign considering the six-time Pro Bowl selection has missed the Eagles' last seven games with a Lisfranc injury.

Bill Cowher News / The SportsRush / January 7

NFL Legend Bill Cowher Explains Why Eagles’ November Slump Makes Them Super Bowl Contenders

The Philadelphia Eagles finished the 2025 season on a less-than-hot streak. They ended 11-6 after mostly getting things together in December, following a major wobble in November and early December.

Azeez Ojulari News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 7

Eagles Designate LB Azeez Ojulari To Return From IR

The Philadelphia Eagles announced they’ve designated LB Azeez Ojulari to return from injured reserve. This opens Ojulari’s 21-day window to practice before being activated.

NFL News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 7

49ers' Mr. Irrelevant Will Challenge Eagles' Defense

The NFL’s Mr. Irrelevant certainly was exactly that the last time the Eagles hosted the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC playoffs. On the sixth play of the NFC Championship in the 2022 season, Haason Reddick ruined Brock Purdy’s elbow, knocking him from the game briefly.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / January 7

Philadelphia Eagles vs. San Francisco 49ers Wild Card Round broadcast details: Will you be able to watch on TV?

The NFL playoffs are gearing up. The Philadelphia Eagles are preparing themselves to host the San Francisco 49ers for a Wild Card matchup that has plenty of people excited.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / January 7

Jason Kelce addresses Eagles sitting starters, losing No. 2 seed for playoffs

Philadelphia suffered a 24-17 defeat in Week 18 that resulted in the Eagles falling to the No. 3 seed for the NFC playoffs.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / Stadium Rant / January 7

The Philadelphia Eagles Should Target This 2-Time Coach Of The Year As Offensive Coordinator

The Philadelphia Eagles are about to embark on another playoff journey, beginning Sunday afternoon against the San Francisco 49ers. The reigning Super Bowl champions do not come without their flaws, however.

Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / January 7

Eagles coach makes key reveal about injured player that will help Philadelphia beat 49ers to start Super Bowl run

Linebacker Nakobe Dean is a player that Philadelphia Eagles fans are keeping a close eye on this week. Ahead of Philly's first playoff matchup, Dean's injury status looms large, but Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio revealed some great news about his status.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Total Apex Sports / January 6