It happens every year.
Sometime in the spring, the NFL releases its official schedules for the 2026 season.
For Eagles fans, it’s one of the most exciting times of the offseason, along with the NFL Draft. Although the list of opponents have been known for months, the announcement of when and where those games will be played brings a whole new sense of excitement.
Fans immediately begin planning road trips, often making sure the games don’t interfere with weddings, birthdays or other events.
If they do, then the nuptials will just have to be moved.
Sometimes it’s more important to say “I did” than “I do.”
Here’s one opinion of how the 2026 season will play out for the Birds. Keep in mind I reserve the right to alter my predictions as the season progresses.
Spoiler alter, I don’t think they will go 17-0 or 0-17. I’m thinking double-digits wins and a playoff berth, pending injuries and other unexpected developments. (Last season’s record: 6-12).
Week 1: Sunday, September 13: Eagles vs. Commanders (4:35 p.m.). It’s the day after my 50th high school reunion, so it’s doubtful I’ll be paying much attention. But Birds have won five straight season-openers. (WIN).
Week 2: Sunday, September 20: Eagles at Titans (1 p.m.). Denzel Washington comes out of the stands to coach the Titans and calls for Cam Ward to run a “Fake 23 Blast with a backside George reverse.” (WIN).
Week 3: Monday, September 28 (8:15 p.m.). Eagles at Bears. Bears enjoyed a thrilling season and will continue to make progress in 2026. Former Eagles running back D’Andre Swift rushes for 100 yards and two TDs. (LOSS).
Week 4: Sunday, October 4: Rams at Eagles (1 p.m.). September 28: Jordan Davis won’t block a field goal this time. Matthew Stafford throws for 350 yards. (LOSS).
Week 5: Sunday, October 11: Eagles vs. Jaguars in London (9:30 a.m.). I’m furious this game is being played in England. This was going to be my road trip. Eagles have never lost overseas in the regular season. (WIN).
Week 6: Sunday, October 18: Panthers at Eagles (1 p.m.). Panthers will be coming off a bye while the Eagles will be coming off a long road trip. (LOSS).
Week 7: Monday, October 26: Cowboys at Eagles (8:15 p.m.): Eagles Director of Security Dom DiSandro leads the team out of the tunnel and sings the National Anthem. (WIN).
Week 8: Sunday, November 1: Eagles at Commanders (1 p.m.). Commanders coming off a bye and Eagles traveling after a Monday night game, albeit it’s a short trip. But Commanders stink. (WIN).
Week 9: Sunday, November 8: Giants at Eagles (1 p.m.). Big Blue will be better this year, but they’re not in the Eagles’ league (or division) just yet. (WIN).
Week 10: Bye.
Week 11: Sunday, November 22: Steelers at Eagles (4:25 p.m.). Steelers made a huge mistake by parting ways with Mike Tomlin and not parting ways with Aaron Rodgers. (WIN).
Week 12: Thursday, November 26: Eagles at Cowboys (4:30 p.m.). Eagles are 2-0 in Thanksgiving games in Dallas. Not this time. Dak Prescott throws two TD passes. (LOSS).
Week 13: Sunday, December 6: Eagles at Cardinals (4:05 p.m.). Cedar Creek High School graduate Max Melton grabs two interceptions in an Arizona upset. (LOSS).
Week 14: Sunday, December 13: Colts at Eagles (1 p.m.). Salem’s Jonathan Taylor rushes for 100 yards, but Saquon Barkley rushes for 150. (WIN).
Week 15: Saturday, December 19: Seahawks at Eagles (1 p.m.). Eagles have lost eight straight to Seattle. Make it nine straight. (LOSS).
Week 16: Thursday, December 24: Texans at Eagles (8:15 p.m.). Jeff Garcia comes out of retirement to lead the Birds to a win, then proclaims “Merry Christmas, Philadelphia!” (WIN).
Week 17: Sunday, January 3: Eagles at 49ers (8:20 p.m.). If I was going to pick just one road trip this season, this would be it. I’d get there early to play Pebble and Spyglass (bucket list) and then watch some football. (LOSS).
Week 18: Date TBD: Eagles at Giants. Mark it down as another season sweep vs. the G-men, unless the Eagles are resting their starters to get ready for the playoffs. (WIN)
Prediction: 10-7, wildcard playoff berth.
PGA memories
What a difference a few decades make.
Aaron Rai earned $3.2 million for winning the PGA Championship last Sunday at Aronimink Golf Club outside of Philadelphia.
Eight-four years ago, in 1942, Sam Snead won the 25th PGA Championship at Seaview Golf Club in Galloway Township. His first-place prize was $2,000.
Snead defeated Jim Turnesa 2 and 1 in the match-play final to win the first of his seven Major championships.
Seaview was designed by Donald Ross, who ironically also designed Aronimink.
David is a nationally recognized sports columnist who has covered Philadelphia and local sports for over 40 years. After 35 years with The Press, he has served as a columnist for 973ESPN.com and created his own Facebook page, Dave Weinberg Extra Points. Send comments to weinbergd419@comcast.net.
