Eagles part ways with beloved pep band, ending a 28-year tradition

It’s the end of an era. The Eagles are saying goodbye to the pep band that helped define the sound of game day at Lincoln Financial Field for nearly three decades. While the team hasn’t used the word “fired,” members of the band were “stunned” when they received the news Wednesday morning, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Matt Breen.

Eagles Fans Lose More Than Just Music

For 28 seasons, the Eagles Pep Band has been more than just background noise. With every booming note of “Fly, Eagles Fly,” they rallied the crowd, gave voice to the city’s unrelenting spirit, and helped shape one of the most iconic chants in sports. From pre-kickoff hype to celebratory touchdown tunes, their sound was Philly’s soundtrack on Sundays.

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As of Wednesday evening, the Eagles’ official website still celebrated the group’s contributions, highlighting their legacy and the grassroots energy they brought to the field. Formed in 1995 by frontman Bobby Mansure, the original four-man ensemble reinvented an old team tune from the 1950s, transforming it into the electrifying anthem we know today.

Fly, Eagles Fly—But Without the Band

The Eagles have confirmed the fight song isn’t going anywhere, but it will now play without the band that gave it life. A team source told CBS News Philadelphia that their “on-field entertainment is evolving,” though specifics about what comes next remain unclear.

For fans, it’s hard to imagine a home game without the familiar faces of Mansure, Brian Saunders, Anthony “Skull” DiMeo, and Bruce Mulford—strolling musicians who connected directly with the crowd in a way few entertainers could.

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Despite the abrupt decision, the band isn’t leaving with hard feelings. “We’re not bitter,” Mansure told Breen. “It’s been glorious.” From Super Bowl runs to sideline serenades, their journey with the franchise is one that Eagles fans—and the musicians themselves—won’t forget.

The news marks a nostalgic moment for a fanbase deeply rooted in tradition. While the team may be looking forward, many in Philly will still hear echoes of the pep band every time the crowd belts out that timeless refrain: Fly, Eagles, Fly.

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