Conquering all to win the Super Bowl was a significant accomplishment for the Philadelphia Eagles last season. This also makes them the team to beat next time around.
Questions were asked after a less-than-stellar start in 2024. Head coach Nick Sirianni was coming under fire and accusations of unrest between quarterback Jalen Hurts and wide receiver A.J. Brown cast further doubt on the franchise.
This provoked a positive response.
Philadelphia lost one more game and dominated throughout the postseason en route to hoisting the Vince Lombardi trophy once again. They pulverized everyone in their path and look more than capable of doing the same again despite losing some influential figures in free agency.
General manager Howie Roseman plans for every eventuality. He's been in this position before, so losing key personnel was anticipated. The Eagles still look strong across the board. They also have eight selections during the 2025 NFL Draft to find instant difference-makers and encouraging development pieces to bolster depth.
Eagles land rightfully at No. 1 in NFL post-free agency power rankings
Another bold playoff quest is widely expected next season. This was a sentiment echoed by Lou Scataglia from NFL Spin Zone, who rightfully placed Philadelphia at No. 1 in his post-free agency power rankings. However, he thought this was entirely dependent on whether Roseman could fill the holes left by established veterans effectively before competitive action resumes.
"Winning Super Bowl LIX, the Philadelphia Eagles are objectively the best team in the NFL until someone knocks them off the top or if they hit a legitimate Super Bowl hangover during the 2025 NFL Season. Only time will tell if Howie Roseman can get this roster back to an elite spot."
Lou Scataglia
Roseman is the man. Everyone around the league knows this. The Eagles have thrived under his leadership, so there's nothing to suggest the same cannot continue moving forward.
Losing players is all part of the business, especially where successful organizations are concerned. What separates the good teams from the also-rans is the ability to pivot effectively, think two steps ahead, and ensure there is always another player ready to step up. Roseman has mastered these tasks with supreme conviction.
The Eagles cannot take their foot off the gas. They have competition within their division after some bold moves by the Washington Commanders this offseason. Those in the NFC North will also fancy their chances of dethroning the defending champions. But again, Roseman's credentials inspire confidence that this latest triumph can be sustained.
Getting to the top of the perch is one thing. Staying there is something else.
Fortunately for everyone associated with the Eagles, they're in the best possible hands with Roseman leading the charge.
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