The Philadelphia Eagles travel to Highmark Stadium on Sunday, December 28, to face the Buffalo Bills in a Week 17 showdown loaded with playoff seeding implications and potential Super Bowl preview vibes.
TIME UPDATE: Due to the newly upgraded turf at Highmark Stadium, kickoff for the Eagles vs. Bills rivalry matchup has been adjusted to ensure perfect playing conditions. The game will now kick off at 4:40 p.m. ET.
The highly anticipated matchup between these two powerhouse teams will now kick off at 4:40 p.m. ET and will air nationally on FOX, with streaming available via FUBO (try it free).
Odds and Betting Lines (BetMGM Sportsbook):
Spread: Bills -1.5
Moneyline: Bills -125, Eagles +105
Over/Under: 44.5 points
Expert Picks and Score Predictions
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Bleeding Green Nation: Eagles 27, Bills 24
Philadelphia’s dominant run game, led by Saquon Barkley, exploits Buffalo’s weak rush defense, while Vic Fangio’s unit contains Josh Allen just enough for a statement road win. -
SI.com Upset Alert: Eagles +1.5 (and moneyline)
The Eagles are live underdogs – Buffalo ranks near the bottom in yards per carry allowed, and Philly’s ground attack is peaking at the perfect time. -
Sports Interaction Projection: Eagles 31, Bills 28
Jalen Hurts and the Eagles’ balanced offense outpace a vulnerable Bills defense in a high-scoring thriller. -
Dimers Simulation: Eagles 26, Bills 23
Win probabilities: Eagles 52%, Bills 48% -
ESPN Analytics: Eagles 51.4% chance to win, Bills 48.6%
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Covers Early Lean: Eagles +2.5
Philly’s elite defense and resurgent run game make them the value play against a Bills team that has struggled to cover as favorites.
Game Outlook
This clash pits two of the NFL’s most complete teams against each other. The Eagles, fresh off clinching the NFC East and riding strong momentum, bring one of the league’s top rushing attacks—powered by Saquon Barkley—into a matchup against Buffalo’s porous run defense (second-worst in yards per carry allowed). Jalen Hurts is playing at an elite level, and Philadelphia’s defense has the tools to disrupt Josh Allen’s rhythm.
Buffalo has won four straight and remains in the hunt for better AFC seeding, but recent games have exposed cracks beneath the surface. Highmark Stadium will be electric, but the Eagles have consistently thrived in hostile environments when the stakes are highest.
The matchup tilts toward Philly’s physical dominance in the trenches, clock control through the run game, and ability to force Allen into uncomfortable situations.
Final Word
All signs point to an Eagles victory. Philadelphia’s elite ground attack should punish the Bills throughout the afternoon, while Hurts delivers timely, decisive plays. It may stay tight into the fourth quarter on a cold Buffalo day, but the Eagles’ balance, toughness, and hunger for a statement road win make them the team to back in this Week 17 blockbuster.
Fly Eagles Fly. 🦅
