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Eagles face uphill battle for NFL playoffs after 2-5 start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 3:01 PM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Eagles face uphill battle for NFL playoffs after 2-5 start

Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles are currently 2-5 following a five-game losing streak, including a recent 38-21 defeat to the Dallas Cowboys. They sit third in the NFC East, trailing the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys, yet remain mathematically in playoff contention due to the division's competitive nature. The Eagles must improve significantly to remain relevant in the race, especially with their next game against the Washington Commanders on Sunday. Their path to the postseason may hinge on winning remaining divisional matchups after struggling with offensive consistency and defensive lapses throughout the season.

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Status Watch

•Eagles lost five straight games, now 2-5 on the season.
•Upcoming match against Washington Commanders is crucial for postseason hopes.
•Philadelphia currently ranks third in the NFC East.
•NFC East standings provide a potential path back to playoff contention.
•Team struggles include injuries and poor offensive performance.

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3:01 PMYahoo Sports — Can the Eagles still make the NFL playoffs after their 2-5 start?

What they're saying

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Philadelphia has lost five straight games, but the NFC East standings leave the Eagles with a possible path back into the playoff race
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