Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – January 8, 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles received the NFL’s official word — and wasted no time making their position clear.

Following a hard-fought 24–21 victory over the New York Giants in Week 18, the Eagles secured the fifth seed in the NFC playoffs under head coach Nick Sirianni. However, their Wild Card opponent was not finalized until the conclusion of Sunday Night Football, which determined the final NFC seeding picture.

Now, the wait is over.

Philadelphia will travel to face the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Wild Card Round on Monday, January 12 at 7:00 p.m. ET, with national coverage on ABC and ESPN. The matchup places the Eagles in a high-stakes, win-or-go-home contest against a historic postseason rival, setting the tone for what promises to be a dramatic opening to the playoffs.

The Eagles entered Week 18 with hopes of capturing the NFC East title, but a decisive Dallas Cowboys victory earlier in the day forced Philadelphia into a road playoff scenario despite their own win. Still, the Eagles handled business, resting several starters late while relying on timely execution and a critical defensive stop to seal the victory.

Philadelphia heads into the postseason with momentum. The Eagles closed the regular season winning seven of their final eight games, powered by one of the league’s most balanced rosters. Quarterback Jalen Hurts has remained efficient and poised, while the offense continues to generate explosive plays through both the air and on the ground.

Defensively, the Eagles have re-established their identity. The unit ranks among the NFL’s top defenses in sacks and red-zone efficiency, a key factor as they prepare to face a physical Packers offense led by quarterback Jordan Love.

Green Bay enters the matchup at 10–7, riding late-season momentum and strong offensive production. The Packers’ ability to stretch the field and protect their quarterback will be tested against Philadelphia’s aggressive pass rush and disciplined secondary.

The Eagles are expected to welcome back several key contributors, including A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Darius Slay, bolstering both sides of the ball as the team prepares for the cold conditions at Lambeau Field.

As the Eagles turn their focus to Monday night, the message from the locker room is clear: the NFL has set the stage, and Philadelphia is ready to prove it belongs among the NFC’s elite. The postseason journey begins under the national spotlight — with survival, momentum, and legacy on the line.