Eagles-Steelers Rivalry
A historic NFC East rivalry between the Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles.
The Commanders–Eagles rivalry, formerly known as the Eagles–Redskins rivalry, is a National Football League (NFL) rivalry between the Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles.
Quick Facts
- First meeting
- 1934
- Total meetings
- Over 85 games
- Notable playoff clash
- 2002 Divisional Round (Eagles win)
- Defensive identity
- Steelers 'Steel Curtain' vs. Eagles 'Sacks
Lore & Background
The rivalry is one of the most heated rivalries in the NFL, and has featured some memorable moments in NFL history. The rivalry is most historically notable from the "Body Bag Game", where the Eagles injured nine Redskins players in a game in 1990. In 2010, the Eagles scored 59 points in three quarters against the Redskins in a game known as the Monday Night Massacre.
Reader's Guide
The Commanders lead the overall series, 91–88–6. The two teams have met twice in the playoffs, with Washington winning the first meeting in the 1990 Wild Card round, and Philadelphia winning in the 2024 NFC Championship Game.
Did You Know?
- The Commanders were originally founded as the Boston Braves in 1932 by George Preston Marshall.
- The Eagles were founded in 1933 by Bert Bell and Lud Wray.
- The Eagles and Redskins first faced off in the 1934 season.
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