The Philadelphia Eagles are set to kick off their 2026 season with a bang, hosting the Washington Commanders at Lincoln Financial Field in Week 1. According to a report from @OzzyNFL, the game is scheduled for a 4:25 PM Eastern kickoff, giving fans a perfect late-afternoon showdown to start the year.
This home opener is a rare treat for Eagles faithful. Since Nick Sirianni took the helm in 2021, the Birds have only started a season at The Linc once before. Here's a quick look at their recent Week 1 history:
- 2021: at Atlanta Falcons (Win)
- 2022: at Detroit Lions (Win)
- 2023: at New England Patriots (Win)
- 2024: vs. Green Bay Packers in Brazil (Win)
- 2025: vs. Dallas Cowboys (Win)
The last time Philadelphia lost a season opener was back in 2020, when a Carson Wentz-led squad squandered a lead to Ron Rivera's Washington Football Team. That loss foreshadowed a difficult, franchise-altering season—a memory the Eagles are eager to erase.
Facing an NFC East rival right out of the gate adds extra spice. The early scheduling of Washington ensures that star quarterback Jayden Daniels will be on the field, after he missed both Eagles matchups last season due to injury. The Commanders, hungry to rebound from a tough 2025 campaign, will be looking to make a statement.
The rivalry doesn't stop there. The Eagles and Commanders are also slated for a Week 8 rematch in Landover, Maryland, under the bright lights of Sunday Night Football—a prime-time clash that could have major playoff implications.
The full Eagles 2026 schedule drops Thursday night, so stay tuned for more leaks and updates as they roll in. For now, mark your calendars: the Birds are ready to soar at home.