Differences

This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.

--- philadelphia_eagles [2024/11/21 04:00]
eziothekilla34 created
+++ philadelphia_eagles [2024/11/25 03:09] (current)
eziothekilla34
@@ Line 4: / Line 4: @@
 The Philadelphia Eagles were established in 1933, replacing the defunct Frankford Yellow Jackets.[([[https://www.profootballhof.com/teams/philadelphia-eagles/team-history/|profootballhof]])]
+===== Name Origin =====
+The team was named "Eagles" as a nod to the eagle symbol in the National Recovery Administration's logo, a New Deal program during the Great Depression.[([[https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-origin-of-the-Philadelphia-Eagles-team-name|quora]])]
+===== Champions =====
+The Eagles have won four NFL Championships: three before the Super Bowl era (1948, 1949, 1960) and one Super Bowl (LII in 2018).[([[https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/how-many-super-bowls-have-eagles-won/|cbsnews]])]
+===== Back-to-back With Shutouts =====
+They were the first team in NFL history to win back-to-back championships with shutouts in 1948 and 1949.[([[https://www.nfl.com/100/originals/100-greatest/teams-42|nfl]])]
+===== Merged With Steelers =====
+In 1943, the Eagles temporarily merged with the Pittsburgh Steelers due to World War II player shortages. The team was called the "Steagles."[([[https://priceonomics.com/football-in-a-time-of-war-the-strange-story-of-the/|priceonomics]])]
+===== Lincoln Financial Field =====
+The Eagles play at Lincoln Financial Field, affectionately called "The Linc," which opened in 2003.[([[https://www.lincolnfinancial.com/public/aboutus/newsroom/pressreleases/a-touchdown-partnership-lincoln-financial-marks-20-years-lincoln-financial-field-and-partnership-with-philadelphia-eagles|lincolnfinancial]])]
+===== Loyal Fans =====
+Eagles fans are famously passionate and were ranked as some of the most loyal fans in the NFL.[([[https://973espn.com/eagles-fans-rank-most-loyal-nfl/|973espn]])]
+===== Santa Claus During Halftime Show =====
+Philadelphia fans once booed Santa Claus during a halftime show in 1968—a moment that remains infamous.[([[https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/sports/nfl/philadelphia-eagles/eagles-fans-santa-snowballs/3729526/|nbcphiladelphia]])]
+===== Fly, Eagles Fly =====
+The team’s fans have a tradition of singing "Fly, Eagles Fly," the official fight song, after touchdowns.[([[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SosmpnWET4|youtube]])]
+===== Stadium Using 100% Renewable Energy =====
+Lincoln Financial Field was the first NFL stadium to use 100% renewable energy.
+[([[https://thebusinessdownload.com/home-field-the-philadelphia-eagles-lincoln-financial-field/|thebusinessdownload]])]
+===== Super Bowl Win =====
+The Eagles won Super Bowl LII in 2018, defeating the New England Patriots, 41–33.[([[https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/400999173/eagles-patriots|espn]])]
+===== Nick Foles MVP =====
+Quarterback Nick Foles was named the MVP of Super Bowl LII after a stellar performance, including the famous "Philly Special" trick play.[([[https://www.quora.com/How-would-you-rate-Nick-Foless-performance-in-Super-Bowl-2018|quora]])]
+===== Philly Special =====
+The "Philly Special" play from the Super Bowl has been enshrined in Eagles lore and even featured in the Hall of Fame.[([[https://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/ray-didinger|philadelphiaeagles]])]
+===== 57-Year Championship Drought =====
+The Eagles’ victory in Super Bowl LII ended a 57-year championship drought.[([[https://www.phillyvoice.com/eagles-patriots-super-bowl-52-final-score-recap/|phillyvoice]])]
+===== Chuck Bednarik =====
+Chuck Bednarik, known as "Concrete Charlie," was one of the last two-way players in the NFL and a cornerstone of the Eagles' 1960 championship team.[([[https://www.coachjeffdemers.com/blog/top-10-greatest-philadelphia-eagles-of-all-time|coachjeffdemers]])]
+===== Steve Van Buren =====
+Steve Van Buren, one of the greatest running backs in NFL history, led the Eagles to their first two championships.[([[https://www.newnetherlandinstitute.org/history-and-heritage/dutch_americans/stephen-steve-w-van-buren|newnetherlandinstitute]])]
+===== Harold Carmichael =====
+Harold Carmichael, a Hall of Fame wide receiver, remains the Eagles' all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns.[([[https://www.si.com/nfl/eagles/news/harold-carmichael-elected-into-hall-of-fame|si]])]
+===== Brian Dawkins =====
+Brian Dawkins, also known as "Weapon X," is one of the most beloved players in Eagles history and a Hall of Famer.[([[https://bleacherreport.com/articles/85305-weapon-x-is-brian-dawkins-worthy-of-the-hall-of-fame?m=1|bleacherreport]])]
+===== Reggie White =====
+Reggie White, "The Minister of Defense," is widely considered one of the best defensive players in NFL history and starred for the Eagles in the 1980s.[([[https://www.profootballhof.com/players/reggie-white/|profootballhof]])]
+===== Donovan McNabb =====
+Donovan McNabb is the Eagles' all-time leader in passing yards and touchdowns.[([[https://www.donovanmcnabb.com/the-person-1|donovanmcnabb]])]
+===== Headline =====
+Andy Reid coached the Eagles from 1999 to 2012, leading the team to five NFC Championship Games and a Super Bowl appearance.[([[https://home.maudience.com/pandemic-news8/how-long-was-andy-reid-with-the-eagles.html|maudience]])]
+===== Doug Pederson =====
+Doug Pederson became the first head coach to lead the Eagles to a Super Bowl victory in 2018.[([[https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/columnist/mike-jones/2018/02/04/doug-pederson-bill-belichick-eagles-patriots-super-bowl-lii/305992002/|usatoday]])]
+===== Dick Vermeil =====
+Dick Vermeil, who coached the Eagles from 1976 to 1982, led the team to their first Super Bowl appearance in 1980 (Super Bowl XV).[([[https://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/dick-vermeil-elected-to-the-pro-football-hall-of-fame|philadelphiaeagles]])]
+===== Nick Sirianni =====
+Nick Sirianni, hired in 2021, led the Eagles to an NFC Championship in his second season (2022).[([[https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/nfl/news/nick-sirianni-timeline-eagles-coach-record-philadelphia/fwgc1kk8e1qbpga9kogzyjee|sportingnews]])]
+===== Fierce Rivalries =====
+The Eagles have fierce rivalries with the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, and Washington Commanders.[([[https://blog.ticketmaster.com/dallas-cowboys-vs-new-york-giants-series/|ticketmaster]])]
+===== Cowboys =====
+The rivalry with the Cowboys is particularly intense, often considered one of the most heated in the NFL.[([[https://medium.com/@nflbitestream/dallas-cowboys-vs-eagles-rivalry-recap-0db3052891bb|medium]])]
+===== Miracle at the Meadowlands =====
+The Eagles defeated the Giants in the famous "Miracle at the Meadowlands" in 1978 when Herm Edwards returned a fumble for a touchdown.[([[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmccLMy-bHs|youtube]])]
+===== Black Jerseys Debut =====
+The Eagles were the first NFL team to wear black jerseys as part of their uniform in 2003.[([[https://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/throwback-to-black-13958000|philadelphiaeagles]])]
+===== 70 Sacks In A Single Season =====
+They are tied for the most sacks in a single season (70) during the 2022 campaign.[([[https://www.phillyvoice.com/video-eagles-70-sacks-2022/|phillyvoice]])]
+===== Wilbert Montgomery =====
+Wilbert Montgomery's 194 rushing yards in the 1980 NFC Championship Game remain a franchise playoff record.[([[https://acu.edu/2018/02/03/eagles-still-look-to-wilbert-in-nfl-playoff-crunch-time/|acu]])]
+===== NFL Draft 2017 =====
+The Eagles have hosted the NFL Draft in 2017, which was held outdoors at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.[([[https://www.vikings.com/news/2017-nfl-draft-to-be-hosted-by-philadelphia-17602290|vikings]])]
+===== Silver Linings Playbook =====
+The team was featured in the movie "Silver Linings Playbook," reflecting the deep connection Eagles fans have with the city.[([[https://www.amazon.com/Silver-Linings-Playbook-Novel/dp/0374533571|amazon]])]
+===== Michael Vick =====
+In 2010, Michael Vick set a Monday Night Football record with six total touchdowns in a single game against Washington.[([[https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/2195662/2020/11/13/michael-vick-monday-night-massacre-eagles-washington/|nytimes]])]
+===== 91 Yard Punt=====
+In 1994, Randall Cunningham launched a 91-yard punt, the third-longest in NFL history.[([[https://www.reddit.com/r/eagles/comments/12ifte6/randall_cunningham_91_yard_punt_3rd_longest_in/|reddit]])]
+===== Eagles Charitable Foundation =====
+Eagles Charitable Foundation provides health services to underprivileged youth in Philadelphia.[([[https://www.eaglescharitablefoundation.org/|eaglescharitablefoundation]])]
+===== Swoop =====
+The Eagles were among the first NFL teams to have a mascot, introducing "Swoop" in the 1990s.[([[https://www.whiteclouds.com/top-10/top-10-nfl-mascots/|whiteclouds]])]
+===== Jeffrey Lurie =====
+The team is owned by Jeffrey Lurie, who bought the franchise in 1994.[([[https://www.sportspromedia.com/news/philadelphia-eagles-jeff-lurie-minority-stake-sale-amkor-kim-family-nfl/|sportspromedia]])]
+===== Made Playoffs 19 Times =====
+The Eagles made the playoffs 19 times between 2000 and 2023, one of the highest numbers during this era.[([[https://www.pro-football-reference.com/teams/phi/playoffs.htm|pro-football-reference]])]
+===== Jalen Hurts =====
+Jalen Hurts, the current quarterback, became the youngest QB in franchise history to lead the team to the Super Bowl (2022 season).[([[https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/37929094/inside-jalen-hurts-20-year-connection-eagles-offensive-coordinator-brian-johnson|espn]])]
+===== 2022 Record =====
+In 2022, the Eagles had a 14-3 record, the best regular-season record in team history.[([[https://www.statmuse.com/nfl/ask/eagles-best-season-record|statmuse]])]
+===== Buddy's Watching You =====
+The Eagles' 1988 anthem "Buddy's Watching You" was a tribute to former coach Buddy Ryan.[([[https://www.worldradiohistory.com/Archive-All-Music/Billboard/80s/1989/BB-1989-05-13.pdf|worldradiohistory]])]
+===== Biggest Merchandise Sales =====
+Eagles fans hold the record for buying the most Super Bowl championship merchandise in the shortest time after a win.[([[https://www.phillyvoice.com/eagles-fans-are-buying-most-super-bowl-merch-ever/|phillyvoice]])]
+===== Climbed Light Poles After Super Bowl Victory =====
+Philadelphia fans famously climbed light poles after the Super Bowl LII victory, despite the city greasing them with Crisco.[([[https://slate.com/culture/2023/02/philadelphia-eagles-super-bowl-greased-pole-climbing-technique.html|slate]])]
+===== Fans Travel =====
+Eagles fans travel exceptionally well, often taking over opposing stadiums with their energy and cheers.
+[([[https://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/eagles-everywhere-australian-fans-bring-new-meaning-to-eagles-fans-travel-well|philadelphiaeagles]])]

User Tools

Site Tools

Differences

Page Tools