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Billy Ray Barnes, champ with 1960 Eagles, dies at 90

Billy Ray Barnes, a member of the 1960 NFL champion Philadelphia Eagles, died at age 90. The team announced his passing, which occurred Wednesday in Landis, N.C.

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New Maxx Crosby Report Should Have Eagles' Attention

The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for their regular season finale and hopefully a long playoff run, but it's never too early to look ahead. The Eagles have shown under Howie Roseman that any time a player becomes available who can move the needle, they are willing to listen.

Jalen Hurts News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 3

Stream Of Consciousness: With The Pause Button Pressed, Eagles QB Jalen Hurts Opens Up

Jalen Hurts isn’t playing this week, a welcome respite for the Eagles' quarterback on the eve of Philadelphia’s fifth consecutive postseason berth. The pause button is pressed with backup Tanner McKee set to take over for Week 18 against the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field.

NFL News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 3

Eagles Legend Set To Play vs. Commanders While Starters Rest

The Philadelphia Eagles have at least two more games left before a long offseason. Philadelphia will face off against the Washington Commanders on Sunday afternoon and then will host at least one playoff game afterward at Lincoln Financial Field.

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The 'Leading receivers vs. each NFL team' quiz

How many of the NFL receivers to terrorize each team's fanbase the most in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Tanner McKee News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 2

Tanner McKee reveals how he’s preparing for Week 18 vs. Commanders

The Philadelphia Eagles held off the Buffalo Bills in Week 17, improving to 11-5 with their third straight win. Despite an inconsistent offense, the team has already clinched the NFC East and will host a playoff game.

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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.

Jalen Carter News / Athlon Sports / January 2

Eagles DT Jalen Carter Responds to Serious Accusation Amid Injury News

Jalen Carter is dealing with a hip injury ahead of the Philadelphia Eagles’ final regular-season game on Sunday against the Washington Commanders. The defending champions have already secured the NFC East title and are playing for playoff positioning as they head into their regular-season finale against the Commanders.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 2

Eagles Rookie Excited To Be In Middle Of Action In Week 18

Maybe Tyler Steen plays a quarter or so. Maybe he rests with the other starting offensive linemen, as he should, after playing 981 snaps (99 percent) this year.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 2

Eagles’ Jalen Carter, Dallas Goedert among players out for Week 18 vs Commanders

The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for their final regular season game before preparing for the playoffs. However, the Eagles won’t be going into their matchup with the Washington Commanders at full strength.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 2

Eagles Rule Out Six Starters For Regular-Season Finale Vs. Commanders

The Eagles ruled out six starters for Sunday’s Week 18 regular-season finale against the Washington Commanders. Philadelphia formally ruled out right

Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / January 2

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts quietly defends Nick Sirianni's latest bold decision that could affect playoff race

As the Philadelphia Eagles prep for the Washington Commanders in Week 18, they are doing so with the idea in mind that many starters won't play in the game.

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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.

Tanner McKee News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 2

Eagles' Tanner McKee Is Ready For His Close Up

Week 18 is becoming a thing for Eagles’ backup quarterback Tanner McKee. The Stanford product got an opportunity for his first NFL start late last season

Jalen Hurts News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 2

Jalen Hurts Opens Up About Eagles' Quarterback Room

The Philadelphia Eagles will look a bit different on Sunday when they take on the Washington Commanders. Most of the Eagles' starters will be rested for the Week 18 season finale as the team gets ready for hopefully another deep playoff run.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / The Lead / January 2

Is Eagles’ Elite Defense Good Enough to Win Another Super Bowl?

With the NFL Regular Season wrapping up, the Philadelphia Eagles find themselves as a top-three seed in the NFC. Despite their elite defense, many fans are uncertain of whether or not their offense is good enough for another Super Bowl run.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Viral Sports News / January 2

Philadelphia Eagles Former Pro Bowler Dies

Billy Ray Barnes entered the world in 1935 amid the hardships of the Great Depression in rural North Carolina. From those modest roots emerged a remarkable athletic journey that spanned college excellence in two sports and a distinguished nine-year tenure in professional football.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 2

Eagles HC explains controversial decision for Week 18 game

Eagles HC Nick Sirianni explains controversial decision for Week 18 game vs. Commanders

A previous report revealed that the 11-5 Eagles will rest QB Jalen Hurts and other starters for this Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Commanders, even though the Eagles could still earn the NFC's No. 2 playoff seed.

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The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders since 2000' quiz

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 2

Why Chance Campbell is a name Eagles fans should know for 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles have just one more game on the schedule before the playoffs begin. However, it’s not too early to start thinking about the 2026-27 campaign.

Jordan Mailata News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 2

Eagles 28-Year-Old Hints At Retirement Timeline

There are a lot of feel-good stories on the Philadelphia Eagles' roster. One of the biggest ones certainly is offensive lineman Jordan Mailata. The 28-year-old All-Pro is in his sixth season in the National Football League.

Saquon Barkley News / A to Z Sports / January 2

Eagles' decision to rest starters could directly cost RB Saquon Barkley money in Week 18

The Washington Commanders lay ahead as the sole opponent left for the Philadelphia Eagles. Philly is reportedly set to rest some starters with limited upside in the outcome of this matchup, entering the postseason.

Marcus Epps News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 2

Eagles Starter Marcus Epps Diagnosed With Concussion

The Philadelphia Eagles will face off against the Washington Commanders on Sunday without a chunk of their starters in place. The idea of resting starters was brought up quickly after the team's Week 17 win over the Buffalo Bills.

Tanner McKee News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 2

Tanner McKee reacts to getting Week 18 stage to showcase talent

The Philadelphia Eagles improved to 11-5 after holding on for a one-point victory over the Buffalo Bills in Week 17. Philadelphia has already clinched a playoff berth by winning the NFC East.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Field Level Media / December 31

Reports: Eagles plan to start QB Tanner McKee, rest Jalen Hurts, other starters

The Philadelphia Eagles plan to start little-used quarterback Tanner McKee and rest Jalen Hurts and several other starters in the regular-season finale at home Sunday against the Washington Commanders, according to multiple reports on Wednesday.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Rumors / December 31

Eagles Expected To Rest Jalen Hurts, Other Starters In Week 18

With the NFC East champion Eagles unable to secure a first-round bye in the playoffs, head coach Nick Sirianni is likely to give most of his starters an opportunity to rest in Week 18, according to Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / December 31

Eagles have reportedly made controversial decision about Week 18

The Philadelphia Eagles have a chance to secure the No. 2 seed in the NFC playoffs if things fall their way in the final week of the regular season.

Eagles had Josh Allen game plan ahead of win over Bills

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Charley Hughlett News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 31

Eagles Signing LS Charley Hughlett To PS

The Eagles announced on Wednesday that they are bringing veteran LS Charley Hughlett back on the practice squad. Hughlett, 35, originally signed on with the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent out of UCF back in 2012.