2025 Schedule: Eagles Set to Sabotage Chiefs in Prime Time
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Philadelphia, PA – May 14, 2025, 5:42 PM +07
The Philadelphia Eagles’ 2025 NFL schedule has been unveiled, offering the reigning Super Bowl LIX champions a prime-time stage to showcase their dominance and “sabotage” major rivals, particularly the Kansas City Chiefs. With five prime-time games, the Eagles are poised to continue their reign as they defend their title.
Prime-Time Schedule Packed with Challenges
The Eagles kick off the season with a prime-time showdown on Thursday, September 4, 2025, facing the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field, airing on NBC. This Week 1 clash provides the Eagles a chance to raise their Super Bowl LIX banner and make a statement in the NFC East. Vegas favors the Eagles heavily, predicting a -7 point victory (Inside The Iggles, May 14, 2025).
Other prime-time matchups include:
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Week 5: At Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Night Football (NBC).
Week 10: At Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football (ESPN/ABC).
Week 13: Vs. Green Bay Packers at home on Monday Night Football (ESPN/ABC).
Week 16: At Washington Commanders on Sunday Night Football (NBC).
A Chance to “Sabotage” the Chiefs
The Week 5 matchup against the Chiefs stands out as a prime opportunity for the Eagles to further assert dominance after their 40-22 rout in Super Bowl LIX (NFL.com, Feb 9, 2025). The Eagles’ defense sacked Patrick Mahomes six times without blitzing, and Arrowhead Stadium will be the stage to “sabotage” the Chiefs’ AFC title hopes. The Eagles and Chiefs have met for five straight seasons (2021-2025), breaking the record for consecutive seasons an NFC and AFC team have faced off (NJ.com, May 14, 2025), with the head-to-head now tied at 6-6.
Other Key Matchups
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Cowboys (Week 1): The Eagles are expected to capitalize on home-field advantage to overpower the Cowboys, who added George Pickens but remain underdogs.
Commanders (Weeks 10 and 16): Two prime-time clashes with the Commanders offer chances to solidify NFC East dominance against a rising Jayden Daniels.
Packers (Week 13): A home game against the Packers, led by Jordan Love (4,159 passing yards, 32 TDs in 2024, ESPN), will be a major NFC test.
Schedule Significance
With five prime-time games, the Eagles have ample opportunities to shine on the big stage. Three road games (Chiefs, Commanders x2) will test their away-game prowess, already proven under Nick Sirianni (21-17 win at Arrowhead in 2023). This schedule not only positions the Eagles to assert their dominance but also to disrupt the ambitions of top teams, especially the Chiefs.
Conclusion
The Eagles’ 2025 schedule sets the stage for the Super Bowl LIX champions to dominate, with the Week 5 Chiefs matchup as the highlight. Led by Jalen Hurts (Super Bowl LIX MVP) and a top-tier defense, the Eagles are ready to “sabotage” their rivals and defend their title in prime time.
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