Eagles Clinch Playoff Spot: 10 Surprising Facts About Their Postseason History
The Eagles have secured a playoff spot, marking their fourth consecutive postseason appearance. Here are 10 intriguing facts about their playoff history.
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Philadelphia: The Eagles just clinched a playoff spot, and it was pretty smooth sailing. They didn’t even have to sweat it out. A few key games went their way, and boom, they’re in!
It’s wild to think that this is their fourth straight trip to the playoffs. Nick Sirianni is making history too, becoming just the sixth coach to reach the postseason in his first four seasons. That’s some impressive company!
Andy Reid, the former Eagles coach, still holds the record for most playoff appearances with nine. But since 1988, the Eagles have made the playoffs 23 times, more than any other team. That’s a lot of postseason action!
In total, the Eagles have made it to the playoffs 31 times. They’ve been on a roll since 2000, hitting the postseason 16 times. It’s hard to believe they’ve done that more than in the years before 2000.
They haven’t had a dry spell longer than three years without making the playoffs since the mid-80s. The only team with a longer gap is the Vikings. So, the Eagles have been pretty consistent!
Right now, they’re the only NFC team to make the playoffs for four straight years. The Chiefs and Bills are in the same boat, but the Eagles are standing out in the NFC.
There are 12 players on the current roster who could be heading to the playoffs for the fourth year in a row. It’s a mix of offense and defense, and it’s cool to see some familiar faces still around.
Nick Sirianni is also among the active coaches who have reached the playoffs at least four times. It’s a big deal, and he’s in good company with some well-known names.
Interestingly, the Eagles have only won playoff games in consecutive seasons twice in the last 20 years. They did it in 2017 and 2018, and before that, it was back in the early 2000s.
This playoff appearance is a milestone for the Eagles, making it 31 times in their history. Among the original NFL teams, only the Steelers and Packers have more playoff appearances. It’s a testament to their legacy!