Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – January 5, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles received the NFL’s official word — and wasted no time making their stance clear.
On Sunday night, the league finalized its Wild Card Weekend schedule for the 2025 postseason, confirming that the Eagles, entering as the NFC’s No. 3 seed, will host at Lincoln Financial Field to face the No. 6-seeded San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, January 11, at 4:30 p.m. ET. The game will air nationally on Fox, placing one of the NFL’s storied rivalries squarely in the prime-time spotlight.
The Eagles’ announcement came shortly after the NFL’s release, emphasizing readiness and determination despite a season-ending Week 18 loss. In a brief statement from the NovaCare Complex, the team wrote: “Lincoln Financial Field. Sunday afternoon. San Francisco. This is the moment. We’re ready.”
Philadelphia enters the postseason on the heels of a difficult stretch, having lost to divisional rivals Washington in Week 18 and suffered an upset to Chicago earlier this month. Quarterback Jalen Hurts and head coach Nick Sirianni have openly acknowledged the urgency of returning to form, and the playoff stage could mark a critical turning point — not just for the season, but for Sirianni’s tenure.
Speculation has been rampant that Sirianni may be coaching for his job in the coming weeks. Despite a career regular-season record of 58–25 and two NFC championship appearances, the Eagles’ 6-3 playoff mark and recent missteps have fueled questions about leadership stability. Sources indicate that team owner Jeffrey Lurie, who assumed the role in 1994, has made it clear that no contract extensions will be offered before the season concludes, putting both Sirianni and GM Howie Roseman under intense scrutiny.
The stakes extend beyond coaching. Lincoln Financial Field will present a hostile, high-pressure environment. San Francisco has earned the No. 6 seed through a late-season push, including a thrilling Week 18 contest against Seattle in which they nearly overcame a 10-point deficit before falling on a late interception. With the Eagles hosting, the 49ers face not only a historic rival but a rowdy crowd in freezing January conditions.
Still, Philadelphia is no stranger to adversity. The rivalry with San Francisco dates back to 1951, and playoff matchups between the two have been rare but defining. With both teams having split their recent encounters, the pressure is on for the Eagles to respond.
The NFL has made its schedule. The Eagles have made their statement.
Sunday, January 11.
4:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
Lincoln Financial Field.
The stage is set — for survival, redemption, and a chapter that could define the future of one of football’s most storied franchises.
