The Philadelphia Eagles will be on a mission to get back to the playoffs in 2026. Philly's easiest path to the postseason is by winning the NFC East division title, which would guarantee a home game during the first round. That divisional race will start immediately in Week 1.
The Eagles will open the 2026 season with a home game against the Commanders, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
This announcement comes after the confirmation that Dallas and New York will play on Sunday Night Football in Week 1.
Philadelphia matches up favorably against Washington, especially with home field advantage. But the Commanders have taken the Eagles down to the wire in almost every game over the past three years. Washington even beat Philly 24-17 in their last matchup.
If the Eagles can get a win in Week 1, they will start the season in excellent position in the NFC East.
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This is far from the only Eagles game that has already been teased this week. Philadelphia will play in one international game, heading to London to face Jacksonville in Week 5. It is their only international game on the 2026 schedule.
The Eagles will also go head-to-head with the Cowboys on Thanksgiving. That game will be especially important for the NFC East division standings, as both teams should be in the playoff picture by late November.
Philadelphia vs. Dallas has some extra pop in 2026 after both teams agreed to a trade during the first round of the draft.
The rest of Philadelphia's schedule will be revealed on Thursday night as part of the NFL's complete 2026 schedule release.
The Philadelphia Eagles will be on a mission to get back to the playoffs in 2026. Philly's easiest path to the postseason is by winning the NFC East division title, which would guarantee a home game during the first round. That divisional race will start immediately in Week 1.