Who will Eagles play in NFL playoffs? Updated potential opponents for Philadelphia in 2026 NFL bracket

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There were extremely high expectations entering this season following the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl win over the Kansas City Chiefs

While Philadelphia still finds itself in the postseason as the No. 3 seed, the Eagles have been a shell of their former selves a season ago.

The issue this season has not been the defense but the offense struggling to find its chemistry and rhythm. A.J. Brown has been at the forefront of headlines since the beginning of the season.

Despite the struggles and drama, the Eagles have one of the more talented rosters in the NFL. Combine that with championship experience, and there's always a chance to go on a postseason run.

The Eagles have several potential playoff opponents. AllSportsPeople breaks down all of the scenarios.

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Who will the Eagles play in the playoffs?

While the Eagles have secured a top-three seed in the NFC, it is still undecided whether they will be No. 2 or No. 3.

Heading into Week 18, the Eagles have plenty of potential Wild-Card opponents.

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Los Angeles Rams

If things stay put, the Eagles would face off against the Rams in the wild-card round. 

Not only would this provide a fascinating rematch from a game earlier this season, but these two organizations would also meet in the playoffs for the second year in a row.

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San Francisco 49ers

The 'Niners are playing for the top overall seed in Week 18; however, if they lose to the Seattle Seahawks and the Rams win, the Eagles would match up with San Francisco in the opening round. 

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Green Bay Packers

If the Chicago Bears lose in Week 18 and the Eagles win, Philadelphia would claim the No. 2 seed in the NFC conference. 

This would also result in them facing the Packers in the wild-card round of the playoffs.

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Eliminated 

Seattle Seahawks

With their record and lead in the NFC, the furthest the Seahawks can fall after a Week 18 loss is No. 5. 

This makes it impossible for Seattle to match up against Philadelphia in the Wild Card.

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Chicago Bears

With the Bears winning the NFC North and their record, the furthest they could fall after a Week 18 loss is No. 3.

Again, making it impossible for the Eagles to play them in the opening round.

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Winner of NFC South

Whoever wins the NFC South between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will also claim the No. 4 seed in the NFC conference.

Because the Eagles cannot fall below No. 3, they cannot play either of these teams if they make the postseason.

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