Eagles Playoff Scenarios: Locked in at the No. 2 seed, here’s who Philly could play Wildcard Weekend

The Philadelphia Eagles are officially locked into the NFC’s No. 2 seed following a commanding 41-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17. With the NFC East title secured, Philadelphia is now set to host the No. 7 seed during Wildcard weekend. While their opponent remains undecided, several intriguing scenarios could shape the opening round of the playoffs.

How the Eagles’ Opponent Will Be Determined

The Eagles’ first-round matchup will be determined after Week 18 and the scenarios are pretty straight forward. If Washington wins or Green Bay loses, Philadelphia will host the Packers. If Washington loses and Green Bay wins, Philly will host the Commanders.

Green Bay Packers @ Philadelphia Eagles

A clash with the Packers, a rematch from Week 1 in Brazil, brings immediate intrigue. Green Bay has been a consistent unit all season long, but haven’t been able to defeat any of the NFC’s top contenders. Their five losses this season have come from Minnesota and Detroit twice, as well as the Birds in Week 1.

Philly’s defensive line, bolstered by Jalen Carter and Co., has been a disruptive force all season. If the game unfolds at Lincoln Financial Field, home-field advantage and a passionate Philadelphia crowd could further tilt the scales in favor of the Eagles.

Washington Commanders @ Philadelphia Eagles

A rematch with the Commanders would bring an air of redemption after the Birds’ narrow Week 16 loss. Despite that defeat, Philadelphia’s ability to adjust without Jalen Hurts in the lineup demonstrated their depth and resilience. With Hurts likely to return for the playoffs, the Eagles have the tools to exploit Washington’s defensive vulnerabilities.

The Commanders’ reliance on strong performances from their rushing attack and a stingy defense makes them a tough opponent. However, Philadelphia’s multifaceted offense, led by Barkley and an All-Star receiving corps, should provide a strategic edge.

Philadelphia is preparing for all possibilities, but each potential opponent presents a unique set of challenges.

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Eagles Look Poised Despite Recent Adversity

Philadelphia’s victory over Dallas was a resounding response to their Week 16 loss to the Commanders, a game that snapped their 10-game winning streak. Even without Jalen Hurts, sidelined due to injury, and after losing backup Kenny Pickett midgame, the Eagles leaned heavily on their rushing attack, led by Saquon Barkley. Barkley’s stellar performance pushed him past 2,000 rushing yards on the season, further cementing his role as a key player in the Eagles’ playoff hopes.

While the Eagles fell short in their pursuit of the NFC’s No. 1 seed, their 13-3 record and NFC East title reflect the strength and depth of this roster. They now turn their attention to their first playoff test, with the aim of making a deep postseason run.

While their Week 18 matchup against the Giants is a chance to fine-tune their game, and potentially get Saquon the rushing record, the Eagles probably won’t play their starters. I wouldn’t either — it’s simply not worth risking any injuries at this point.

Regardless of who they face, the Eagles are positioned to make a deep postseason run.