The NFL is set to reveal its complete 2025 schedule on Wednesday, May 14, when football fans across the country will learn the dates and times for every matchup on the season’s slate. The full 18-week schedule will be unveiled at 8 p.m. ET, continuing the league’s tradition of turning the release into a marquee offseason event.
After defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 40–22 in Super Bowl LIV, the Eagles enter the year as defending champions. The victory marked Philadelphia’s second Lombardi Trophy, reaffirmed their status as one of the NFL’s premier franchises and denied Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs a historic three-peat.
Traditionally, the defending Super Bowl champion hosts the NFL’s Thursday night season opener. Here are the Eagles’ three most likely opponents for that coveted matchup:
1. Washington Commanders
An NFC Championship Game rematch under the lights would set the tone for a high-drama season. Washington, which upset Detroit last postseason before falling to Philadelphia, would bring immediate intrigue to the opener. Second-year quarterback Jayden Daniels is coming off a stunning rookie campaign, and Washington has acquired Deebo Samuel from the 49ers and five-time Pro Bowl tackle Laremy Tunsil from the Houston Texans in blockbuster trades. With both teams reloaded and locked in a fierce division rivalry, this matchup would be a ratings magnet.
2. Los Angeles Rams
Philadelphia eliminated the Rams in last season’s divisional round, and a rematch offers plenty of compelling narratives. Matthew Stafford returns for a 17th season, and L.A. made headlines by pairing Davante Adams with breakout star Puka Nacua to create one of the league’s most dangerous receiving tandems. Add in the Rams’ aggressive offseason strategy — flipping their first-round pick for future capital and bolstering tight end and defensive line depth — and this matchup could serve as a measuring stick for two NFC contenders.
3. Detroit Lions
Detroit was widely expected to face Philadelphia in last year’s NFC title game before Washington played spoiler. With former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson now leading the Chicago Bears as head coach, the Lions must recalibrate after fielding the NFL’s top-scoring offense (29.0 points per game) over the last three seasons. Still, Detroit made waves by locking up Kerby Joseph with a record-setting extension and signing veteran corner D.J. Reed to solidify their secondary. The matchup would pit two of the NFC’s most complete rosters in a potential playoff preview.
Eagles 2025 Opponents
Home Games:
Chicago Bears
Dallas Cowboys
Denver Broncos
Detroit Lions
Las Vegas Raiders
Los Angeles Rams
New York Giants
Washington Commanders
Away Games:
Buffalo Bills
Dallas Cowboys
Green Bay Packers
Kansas City Chiefs
Los Angeles Chargers
Minnesota Vikings
New York Giants
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Washington Commanders
After celebrating their Super Bowl triumph, the Eagles now face the daunting challenge of defending their title. Defensive mainstays Josh Sweat, Milton Williams and Darius Slay are all gone. C.J. Gardner-Johnson was traded to the Houston Texans, leaving a leadership void in the secondary.
GM Howie Roseman, operating with limited cap flexibility, responded by signing Azeez Ojulari to a one-year deal and selecting Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Despite the turnover, the Eagles’ core remains intact, including Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts, All-Pro receiver A.J. Brown and defensive stalwart Jalen Carter.
The NFL is set to reveal its complete 2025 schedule on Wednesday, May 14, when football fans across the country will learn the dates and times for every matchup on the season’s slate. The full 18-week schedule will be unveiled at 8 p.m. ET, continuing the league’s tradition of turning the release into a marquee offseason event.
After defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 40–22 in Super Bowl LIV, the Eagles enter the year as defending champions. The victory marked Philadelphia’s second Lombardi Trophy, reaffirmed their status as one of the NFL’s premier franchises and denied Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs a historic three-peat.
Traditionally, the defending Super Bowl champion hosts the NFL’s Thursday night season opener. Here are the Eagles’ three most likely opponents for that coveted matchup:
1. Washington Commanders
An NFC Championship Game rematch under the lights would set the tone for a high-drama season. Washington, which upset Detroit last postseason before falling to Philadelphia, would bring immediate intrigue to the opener. Second-year quarterback Jayden Daniels is coming off a stunning rookie campaign, and Washington has acquired Deebo Samuel from the 49ers and five-time Pro Bowl tackle Laremy Tunsil from the Houston Texans in blockbuster trades. With both teams reloaded and locked in a fierce division rivalry, this matchup would be a ratings magnet.
2. Los Angeles Rams
Philadelphia eliminated the Rams in last season’s divisional round, and a rematch offers plenty of compelling narratives. Matthew Stafford returns for a 17th season, and L.A. made headlines by pairing Davante Adams with breakout star Puka Nacua to create one of the league’s most dangerous receiving tandems. Add in the Rams’ aggressive offseason strategy — flipping their first-round pick for future capital and bolstering tight end and defensive line depth — and this matchup could serve as a measuring stick for two NFC contenders.
3. Detroit Lions
Detroit was widely expected to face Philadelphia in last year’s NFC title game before Washington played spoiler. With former offensive coordinator Ben Johnson now leading the Chicago Bears as head coach, the Lions must recalibrate after fielding the NFL’s top-scoring offense (29.0 points per game) over the last three seasons. Still, Detroit made waves by locking up Kerby Joseph with a record-setting extension and signing veteran corner D.J. Reed to solidify their secondary. The matchup would pit two of the NFC’s most complete rosters in a potential playoff preview.
Eagles 2025 Opponents
Home Games:
Chicago Bears
Dallas Cowboys
Denver Broncos
Detroit Lions
Las Vegas Raiders
Los Angeles Rams
New York Giants
Washington Commanders
Away Games:
Buffalo Bills
Dallas Cowboys
Green Bay Packers
Kansas City Chiefs
Los Angeles Chargers
Minnesota Vikings
New York Giants
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Washington Commanders
After celebrating their Super Bowl triumph, the Eagles now face the daunting challenge of defending their title. Defensive mainstays Josh Sweat, Milton Williams and Darius Slay are all gone. C.J. Gardner-Johnson was traded to the Houston Texans, leaving a leadership void in the secondary.
GM Howie Roseman, operating with limited cap flexibility, responded by signing Azeez Ojulari to a one-year deal and selecting Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. Despite the turnover, the Eagles’ core remains intact, including Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts, All-Pro receiver A.J. Brown and defensive stalwart Jalen Carter.
