The road to Super Bowl LIX begins this Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field, where the Philadelphia Eagles will face their first postseason test against the Green Bay Packers. As the NFC's No. 2 seed, the Eagles’ path to New Orleans could run straight through Philadelphia – provided they take care of business in the wild card round.
The stakes are immense for Nick Sirianni's squad. A victory over Green Bay would secure a spot in the divisional round and guarantee another playoff game at the Linc. The Eagles enter Sunday’s matchup with a significant advantage: all 22 starters are healthy and ready to go, a rare luxury after a grueling 18-week season.
Philadelphia’s potential divisional round opponent will hinge on other wild card results. If the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeat Washington, the Eagles would face their long-time nemesis in a highly anticipated rematch. Tampa Bay has eliminated Philadelphia in four of their six playoff meetings, including last year’s 32-9 blowout that abruptly ended the Eagles’ 2023 season.
However, if Washington pulls off an upset, the Eagles’ next opponent would be either the Minnesota Vikings or Los Angeles Rams, depending on Monday night's outcome. Each matchup presents unique challenges, but Philadelphia has the talent and ability to compete with any NFC contender.
Looking further ahead, the NFC Championship could pit the Eagles against the Detroit Lions, Vikings, or Rams. If the Eagles reach Super Bowl LIX, they would likely face one of the AFC’s powerhouses in New Orleans – the Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills, or Baltimore Ravens being the most likely opponents.
Oddsmakers see Philadelphia as a strong Super Bowl contender, giving them the fourth-best odds (+700) to hoist the Lombardi Trophy. With home-field advantage, a healthy roster, and the passionate energy of Eagles fans, the pieces are in place for a memorable playoff run.
Still, the journey begins with Green Bay. The Packers, led by running back Josh Jacobs and quarterback Jordan Love, pose a formidable challenge. Love has steadily improved in his first year as a starter, guiding Green Bay to an 11-6 record and earning a playoff berth in the competitive NFC.
The Eagles will kick off their playoff campaign on Sunday at 4:30 p.m. ET on FOX. For Philadelphia fans, predicted dreams of a second Lombardi Trophy hang in the balance. The question is whether this Eagles team can capitalize on its potential, starting with a must-win showdown against the Packers.
