The Philadelphia Eagles are still perched atop the NFC East, but let’s be honest - this doesn’t feel like the same team that steamrolled its way to a Super Bowl just last season. The record says 8-5, and yes, they’re technically in control of their own destiny, but the way they’ve been playing lately? That’s a different story.
A three-game losing skid has exposed some real concerns on both sides of the ball. The offense has sputtered at times, lacking the rhythm and explosiveness we saw in 2024.
Meanwhile, the defense - once a strength - is starting to show signs of wear, particularly late in games. Fatigue, injuries, and inconsistent execution have crept in, and with just a few weeks left in the regular season, the margin for error is razor-thin.
Where the Eagles Stand in the NFC Playoff Picture
Right now, the Eagles still hold the top spot in the NFC East, sitting 1.5 games ahead of the Dallas Cowboys (6-6-1). That cushion is meaningful - it keeps them out of the Wild Card logjam for now - but it doesn’t guarantee anything if the current slide continues.
The goal is straightforward: win the division, lock in a top-four seed, and get at least one playoff game at Lincoln Financial Field. That’s the baseline. But if they want more - a first-round bye, home-field advantage, a real shot at repeating - they’ve got work to do, and not much time to do it.
In the broader NFC landscape, the Eagles have slipped to the No. 3 seed. The Rams (10-3) and Packers (9-3-1) are out in front, and the Seahawks (10-3) are lurking in the Wild Card with a better record than Philly. That three-game losing streak didn’t just bruise egos - it cost them valuable ground in the seeding race.
Here’s how the NFC playoff picture stacks up right now:
NFC Standings (Top 10)
1.
Los Angeles Rams (10-3)
2.
Green Bay Packers (9-3-1)
3.
Philadelphia Eagles (8-5)
4.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-6)
5.
Seattle Seahawks (10-3)
6.
San Francisco 49ers (9-4)
7.
Chicago Bears (9-4)
8.
Detroit Lions (8-5)
9.
Carolina Panthers (7-6)
10.
Dallas Cowboys (6-6-1)
That’s a crowded field, and the Eagles are right in the thick of it. If they can hold the division, they’ll avoid the chaos of the Wild Card, but a slip-up could drop them into a brutal road-heavy playoff path. And let’s not forget - teams like the Bears and 49ers are peaking at the right time.
The one thing working in Philly’s favor? A strong 7-3 conference record.
That could be a tiebreaker ace up their sleeve if it comes down to it. But make no mistake - the drop from a top-three seed to a Wild Card spot would be significant.
That’s the difference between hosting a playoff game and potentially traveling across the country in January.
What’s Left on the Eagles’ Schedule
If you’re looking for a silver lining, it’s this: the Eagles’ final stretch is manageable - at least on paper. After tonight’s game, three of their last four opponents are already eliminated from playoff contention.
That includes two meetings with the Commanders and a home game against the Raiders. The only real test left is a Week 17 road trip to face the Bills.
Here’s the rundown:
- Week 15: vs. Raiders
- Week 16: at Commanders
- Week 17: at Bills
- Week 18: vs. Commanders
That’s a schedule that gives the Eagles a chance to get right - to rediscover their identity, build momentum, and lock down the division. But they can’t afford to coast. The Eagles need to find that edge again, especially with the top seeds pulling away.
And while the Commanders are out of the playoff picture, division games always carry weight. If Jayden Daniels doesn’t suit up, those matchups could tilt even further in Philly’s favor - but that’s not something you can bank on. The Eagles have to take care of business, regardless of who’s under center for Washington.
The Big Picture
This isn’t about whether the Eagles will make the playoffs - odds are, they will. It’s about what kind of team they’ll be once they get there.
Will they be the battle-tested defending champs who know how to flip the switch when it matters most? Or will they be the team that stumbled into the postseason, dragging a cold offense and a tired defense into hostile territory?
They’ve got four weeks to answer that question. The NFC East is still theirs to lose. But if they want more than just a ticket to the dance, they’ll need to start playing like contenders again - and soon.