Can the Eagles Build the NFL's Next Dynasty?
"Why not start our dynasty now?"
Those words from Saquon Barkley moments after hoisting the Lombardi Trophy may prove prophetic as the Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2025 season with something potentially greater at stake than just another championship. With the pieces aligning perfectly, the Birds stand at the precipice of football immortality – the chance to cement their legacy as the NFL's next true dynasty.
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In the 59-year history of the Super Bowl, only eight teams have successfully defended their title. None have completed the three-peat. The Eagles, fresh off a 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, are primed to join that exclusive club, armed with a roster built not just for another run, but for sustained excellence.
Philadelphia's approach this offseason has been deliberate, balancing immediate needs with long-term stability. Unlike the 2018 offseason, when "running it back" became the mantra after their first Super Bowl win, this front office has executed a more calculated strategy.
Consider the numbers: 17 of 22 starters from the championship squad return, including 10 of 11 on an offense that bulldozed its way through the postseason. Despite losing key players like Mekhi Becton, Josh Sweat, C.J. Gardner-Johnson, and Darius Slay, the Eagles have methodically restocked their talent pool.
So, what defines a dynasty? The Chiefs went to five Super Bowls in six years, winning three. The Patriots won three in four years, then another three in five. The 90s Cowboys captured three in four years. The Steelers of the 70s claimed four in six.
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Philadelphia has now reached three Super Bowls in eight years with two victories. Another championship this season would solidify their standing as the NFL's next dynasty.
Beyond 2025, the Eagles are built for sustainable success. Their contractual foundation includes young stars like Jalen Carter, Nolan Smith, and Jordan Davis, locked in through 2026. Through 2027, the roster core of Jalen Hurts, DeVonta Smith, and Saquon Barkley remains intact. And through 2028, A.J. Brown and Cam Jurgens are secured.
The Eagles also boast the league's youngest defensive unit, led by 28-year-old veteran Zack Baun. Under a proven coaching staff that has maximized talent development, the defense is poised to remain a dominant force.
Philadelphia remains the betting favorite to win Super Bowl LX, currently sitting at +650 odds, ahead of the Bills, Ravens, Chiefs, and Lions.
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As the 2025 season approaches, the Eagles face a tougher schedule and the heavy burden of defending their title. Yet, as Jalen Hurts noted after capturing Super Bowl MVP honors, "It's all a journey. I've still yet to arrive. We've still yet to arrive as a team."
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